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How Much Is an Eye Exam in Alberta?

Taking care of your eyes is a core part of your overall health, and one of the easiest forms of eye care is comprehensive eye exams. These exams help your optometrist monitor changes in your vision and offer valuable insights into your eye health. But there is still one important question here: how much does…
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Can Dry Eyes Cause Watering?

Redness, burning, and discomfort are all symptoms associated with dry eyes. While it sounds counter-intuitive, watery eyes are also one of them.  Watery eyes are better understood as a positive feedback loop within your body.  When your eyes are dry, a signal is sent to your brain, leading your body to produce excess reflexive tears…
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Can Dry Eyes Cause Blindness?

Dry eyes are a common and often uncomfortable condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Characterized by insufficient tears or poor tear quality, dry eyes can lead to various symptoms, including redness, irritation, and a gritty sensation.  While these symptoms are usually manageable, many people wonder if dry eyes can lead to more severe consequences, such…
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What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?

Pink eye—just hearing the name can bring up thoughts of a contagious and frustrating eye condition. Pink eye is a highly contagious infection that is well-recognized by visible redness and constant itching, and it’s a lot more common than most people think.  However, it isn’t the only eye condition that can cause these symptoms. There…
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How Long Does An Eye Exam Take?

Regular eye exams play a vital role in maintaining healthy vision and detecting potential issues early. But when life has you running around, you may decide to ignore the importance of your vision—until you notice eye disease symptoms. Eye exams take time, but that time is well spent. An eye exam takes around 30–60 minutes,…
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Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, Optician: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the roles of various eye care professionals is essential for making informed decisions about your vision health. Optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians each contribute uniquely to maintaining and enhancing eye health, though their training, expertise, and services differ significantly. Depending on your vision and eye health needs, you may need to visit an optometrist, an…
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Do Eye Drops Expire?

Eye drops are a regular part of many people’s lives, especially those of us dealing with persistent dry eyes. One thing to remember is that eye drops do expire, but there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer about when because it depends on the drop. For example, a preservative-free eye drop may only be good for a…

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