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Refusing to Read: Latent Hyperopia, A common cause of Lazy Eye (Amblyopia) in kids.

Signs and Symptoms Headaches Intermittent blurry vision, near and far Fatigue (ocular and mental) Avoiding reading Delayed learning (reading and generally) Crossed Eyes (Strabismus) Clumsiness Overview Hyperopia or hypermetropia, more commonly known as farsightedness, is a common form of Glasses Prescription and is found in about a quarter of adults. This is the case when it is easier to […]

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Adjusting to Contact Lenses

Normal or Not? 6 Things You May Experience While Adjusting to Contact Lenses For nearly 135 million people worldwide, contact lenses provide precise, comfortable vision correction. Removable lens options provide both teenagers and adults natural-looking, low-maintenance control over their vision. Each year, contact lenses improve, making them more practical and economical for more people. Whether you’re switching […]

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Can Myopia Improve With Age?

Yearly comprehensive eye exams can help your optometrist assess your child’s overall eye health and check for any signs of eye conditions.  One of the most common eye conditions we diagnose in children is myopia. If your child has been diagnosed with myopia, you probably have questions like: “Does Myopia get better as my child ages?” or “What can I […]

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Can Dry Eye Cause Headaches?

If you’ve ever experienced dry eyes, you know how irritating the symptoms can be. Your eyes might feel dry, uncomfortable, or even feel as if something is stuck in them. Sometimes, you may notice that you experience headaches and dry eyes at the same time.  Both dry eyes and headaches are common conditions that affect many Canadians. Sometimes, […]

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Can the Increase of Nearsightedness (Myopia) Be Controlled?

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common visual condition that is on the rise worldwide. Some estimates suggest that over 50% of the world’s population will have myopia by 2050. While myopia cannot be cured, it’s essential to manage and control it to prevent worse eye issues from appearing later in life. We’ll dive into some myopia […]

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What Causes Myopia (Nearsightedness)?

During your yearly eye exam, your optometrist may mention that you or your child are suffering from myopia (also known as nearsightedness). Myopia is a common refractive error in children. The error can cause distant objects to appear blurry.  But what causes patients to develop myopia? Keep reading to learn how myopia develops and how it can be controlled. […]

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Contact Lenses for Myopia Control (Types, Brands, & How They Work)

If you have visited your optometrist for an eye exam to check the health of your eyes, they may have noticed signs of myopia. Also known as nearsightedness, myopia can be frustrating if left uncorrected.  Luckily, specific contact lenses have been developed to control the progression of myopia. Keep reading to learn how you can limit the effects and progression of […]

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