Glasses can be a great way to help improve your vision, but they need to fit well to provide long-lasting comfort. Ideally, your frames weren’t a grab-and-go selection—they should sit comfortably on your nose and around your ears. If they don’t, you’re likely pushing your glasses back up your nose multiple times a day. There […]
What Is Usually the First Sign of Glaucoma?
The first sign of glaucoma is increased eye pressure, however, the first symptom you may notice is loss of peripheral vision. […]
Eye Glare & Halos in Vision: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
Eye glare and halos can be a minor irritation or a sign of possible eye conditions like cataracts. Your eye doctor has treatments available to address the cause of your halos and can recommend ways to lower your risk of eye problems. […]
Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
The main difference between myopia and hyperopia is how they affect a patient’s vision: myopia causes blurry vision when looking at distant objects, while hyperopia causes blurry vision when looking at nearby images. […]
Retinal Imaging: How It Works & Why It’s Important
Retinal Imaging involves taking images of the retinal blood vessels located inside the eye, providing your doctor with detailed information about the state of your retina. Retinal imaging technology is used to assess the health of the retina and determine any changes that may indicate the presence of a retinal condition. […]
How Long Between Cataract Surgery on Each Eye?
Imagine waking up one morning to a world clouded over, where even the simplest tasks become daunting. Millions of individuals affected by cataracts experience this scenario as an unfortunate reality. Thankfully, cataract surgery is an option to help clear up vision. Cataract surgery is a procedure that has helped millions of people by restoring clarity […]
How to Clean Your Glasses the Right Way
If you’re one of the many Canadians who rely on glasses to see, you probably already know the struggle of dirty lenses. A smudge or fingerprint can quickly get in the way of crystal-clear vision. While you may be tempted to clean your glasses with the nearest tissue or t-shirt, doing so can cause scratches, […]
5 Home Remedies for Dry Eye
5 home remedies we recommend for dry eye syndrome include:
Wearing adequate eye protection
Eating a diet full of omega-3s and other helpful vitamins
Drinking more water and less alcohol
Using eye drops
Taking frequent breaks from staring at screens and books
Visit Visionary Eye Centre in Sherwood Park if you’re experiencing dry eyes. […]
15 Signs You Should See an Eye Doctor
When to See an Eye Doctor We all know that getting regular eye exams is important. Adults should undergo an eye exam at least once every two years, though your optometrist may recommend you come visit more often. There may be other reasons you need to visit us outside of your regularly scheduled eye exam. […]
How To See Better When Driving at Night
If you’re struggling to see while driving at night, Visionary Eye Centre in Sherwood Park can help. An eye exam with your eye doctor can assess the reason for your night vision problems and recommend solutions. […]