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Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses • July 2, 2025

Are Glasses & Contacts Prescriptions the Same?

Many people assume they can use the same prescription for both glasses and contact lenses, but they serve your vision in different ways. Glasses rest slightly away from your eyes, while contact lenses sit directly on the surface, changing how each one needs to be measured. Glasses and contact lens prescriptions are different because each…

Woman being fitted with red progressive glasses at optician.

Eyeglasses • May 23, 2025

How to Get Used to Progressive Lenses

The recommended strategy is patience and a few simple habits that help your eyes and brain adapt to the new way of seeing. Progressive lenses offer clear vision at multiple distances without the need for switching between different pairs of glasses, but adjusting can take a little time. If you're over 40 and noticing changes…

A patient smiling after their eye exam while trying on their new pair of prescription glasses.

Eyeglasses • April 28, 2025

How Do I Get Prescription Glasses?

When it comes to keeping your vision clear, the right eyewear matters. It means you get clarity and comfort rather than blurriness and discomfort. So how do you pick the right glasses? Getting prescription glasses means visiting the optometrist, working through several tests, picking out frames, and more. Each step is equally important for making…

A young girl with her left hand covering her left eye while performing a Snellen vision test.

Eye Exams • April 7, 2025

How Much Is an Eye Exam in Calgary?

Eye Exams Are Health Care Eye care is an essential part of health care as eye exams assess more than your vision. Optometrists can detect many health conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and brain tumours, during routine eye exams. Children’s eye exams help monitor visual development, giving your child the best chance for lifelong…

An optometrist shines a light into a patient’s eye as part of a comprehensive eye exam to check on glaucoma progression

Eye Conditions, Eye Disease Diagnosis & Management • March 28, 2025

How to Prevent Glaucoma from Worsening

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, but you can often slow progression with the proper management and care. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with glaucoma, you may be wondering what you can do to keep this condition from worsening. The good news is that you can take…

Smiling person trying on prescription glasses in an optometry store showcasing frame options for long-lasting eyewear

Eye Exams, Eye Health Articles, Eyeglasses • February 20, 2025

How Long Do Prescription Glasses Last?

Prescription glasses are a vital tool for maintaining clear vision and supporting your overall eye health. On average, prescription glasses last between one to three years, depending on factors such as prescription stability, frame quality, and daily care. Proper maintenance and regular eye exams help ensure your glasses remain effective and comfortable for as long…

A Calgarian standing outside in snowy cold weather with irritated dry eyes

Dry Eye • February 20, 2025

Can Calgary’s Cold Weather Cause Dry Eyes?

Wintertime in Calgary means stunning snowy landscapes and crisp air, but it can also bring uncomfortable challenges, especially for your eyes. Have you noticed your eyes feeling gritty, itchy, or unusually dry during the colder months? Calgary’s cold weather, coupled with its low humidity, plays a significant role in causing dry eyes. But do not…

Using a Snellen chart, a mature patient's visual acuity is measured by their optometrist during their routine eye exam.

Eye Exams, Myopia • October 1, 2024

What Does 20/40 Vision Mean?

Our visual acuity determines how clear and sharp we see the world around us. High visual acuity allows individuals to perceive fine details, which is helpful for tasks that require precision. The numbers in visual acuity measurements represent a ratio. The first number is the distance you see an object clearly, while the second is…

A person laying in bed covers their eyes due to dry eye discomfort.

Dry Eye, Eye Conditions • September 5, 2024

Waking Up with Dry Eyes: 5 Ways to Get Relief

Waking up and facing the world should be invigorating, yet for many, it starts with a struggle against dry eyes. This condition affects millions globally, impacting daily routines and productivity. If you are among those who greet each day with gritty, irritated eyes, you can find relief. You can manage your dry eyes by: Adding…

Young man with a stressed expression pressing at his closed eyes with both hands.

Dry Eye, Eye Conditions, Eye Strain • July 30, 2024

Why Does my Eye Hurt When I Blink?

Experiencing eye pain when you blink can be both uncomfortable and worrying. It’s important to understand the potential causes of this discomfort in order to address the issue effectively. The various reasons why your eye might hurt when you blink includes: Dry eyes Eye infection Foreign objects in the eye Corneal abrasion A stye or…