Signs and Symptoms Twitching or vibrating of upper or lower eyelid Overview One of the most common complaints we get here at Dr. Bishop and Associates is related to twitching of the eyelids. This quivering of the eyelids can be quite alarming as it is completely involuntary and sometimes quite difficult to resolve. It can occur […]
Nighttime driving can be a daunting task. The stark contrast between darkness and bright light creates visual conditions that are less than ideal for drivers. The fact is, the human eye is not designed with night vision in mind. Our eyes are not well equipped to adjust to low-light situations, and the glare of oncoming […]
What is a refraction test? The human eye is a complicated subject and there are a lot of different components that go into optical health. At Dr. Bishop & Associates, we’re committed to giving our patients the best vision care we possibly can. Part of that care involves regular eye exams that make sure nothing has changed in your eye. […]
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 […]
Normal or Not? Here Are 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 […]
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 […]
When Should Your Child Have Their First Exam? The Answer May Surprise You Your little bundle of joy has entered the world, and as you look at them, you can’t help but think about how absolutely perfect they are. Soon, you’ll be following up with doctors, assessing their growth, getting their first shots, and checking […]
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, […]
Are you finding it difficult to read? Do you find that you have to hold your phone further away from your face to see what you’re doing? If so, it’s probably because your near vision is getting worse. If you’ve noticed that your near vision is declining, you should know it is an entirely normal […]
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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