So you’re in the market for a new pair of glasses? That’s great! But there’s a lot to consider before you’re able to pick the perfect pair, and much of it has to do with how your lenses serve your eyes. Every pair of eyes are different, sometimes even from each other, so the very […]
The Best Glasses Frames for Your Face Shape
Glasses are more than just a tool to help you see; they’re an extension of your unique personality and fashion sense! Because of this, some thought has to go into choosing your glasses, including the style, colour, and finally, the size. Today, we’re going to take a look at the different face shapes and their […]
Your Guide to Cataract Surgery
Cataract Diagnosis Most common in older adults, cataracts are a condition that causes the eye’s lens to gradually become cloudy, impairing vision. This clouding is typically caused by age, but UV exposure and other factors such as smoking can increase your chances of developing cataracts sooner. This gradual decrease in the transparency of your eye’s […]
Caring for Your Eyes: Problems to Watch for & How to Maintain Good Health
As we age, many of us will begin to experience vision problems. However, there are signs of trouble you can look out for, and mention to your optometrist during your next annual eye exam. Symptoms You Can Watch For At Any Age Your Range of Focus Changes As we age, many of us will find […]
6 Things You Didn’t Know Your Optometrist Could Do
When you say “optometrist”, most people immediately think “eye doctor”. Those people are right; optometrists are healthcare specialists that are trained to detect, diagnose, and provide treatment for the components that make up your eyes. Fading eyesight, dry eye, and other visual ailments can make completing tasks very uncomfortable and difficult. Optometrists are extremely important […]
Glaucoma: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment Options
Glaucoma is known to be the second-highest cause of blindness worldwide. Currently, an estimated 68 million people are affected around the world, of who almost 7 million are blind. Glaucoma is not one specific eye disease, but rather a collection of conditions that causes your intraocular (internal) fluid to build pressure inside of your eyes, […]
Cataracts: Everything You Need to Know
Many Canadians develop cataracts as they age, and cataracts are most commonly found in individuals over 60 years old. Cataracts cause a normally clear lens to cloud over, gradually impairing vision. The size and severity of cataracts can vary widely: from small areas of minor cloudiness to large opaque areas that significantly impede vision. Cataracts […]
21 Maui Jim Optical Styles We Love
This classic Maui inspired line of frames provides effortless fashion that moves easily from the boardwalk to the boardroom. Maui Jim has been changing how people see the world since 1980, when they started selling their first seven styles of sunglasses on Ka’anapali beach in Lahaina, Maui. With over 125 styles now available there is […]