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Sunglasses • June 25, 2026

What Sunglasses Suit My Face?

Key Takeaways Your face shape can be a helpful starting point for finding flattering sunglasses. The main face shapes include round, oval, heart, and square. Frame style, size, and fit can all affect how sunglasses look and feel. Lens colour can complement your skin tone. Prescription sunglasses are available in a variety of styles, and…

a person wearing glasses as they read a book at home

Eyeglasses • May 27, 2026

Different Types of Glasses and Their Importance

Key Takeaways Different glasses serve different purposes, from reading to driving to sun protection. Over-the-counter reading glasses do not replace a proper prescription. Polarised lenses help with both daytime driving and outdoor activities. Safety glasses protect eyes during work, sports, and active family life. A comprehensive eye exam helps match the right glasses to your…

Multiple pairs of unique and colourful glasses.

Eyeglasses • April 28, 2026

What Are the Latest Styles in Eyeglasses?

Finding new eyeglasses can feel like a fresh start. Our team at Chestermere Optometry understands that your frames are not just a tool for clear vision. They also express your personality and can even boost your mood. Current trends offer a wide range of styles, from bold acetate and unique geometric frames to classic lightweight…

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

Eye Exams, Myopia • April 28, 2026

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 middle-aged woman inspecting her new pair of prescription eyeglasses.

Eyeglasses • April 28, 2026

Do I Really Need Glasses With This Prescription?

Receiving an eyeglass prescription can be both a relief and a new challenge. In some cases, prescription glasses can restore clear vision, while others may provide an unnoticeable change. If you have just received your first prescription, you may wonder, "Do I need glasses with this prescription?" Ultimately, the decision to start wearing glasses is…

A person with one eye that is red and irritated and another eye that is perfectly healthy

Eye Conditions, Eye Health Articles • March 19, 2026

What Is the Difference Between Pink Eye and Allergies?

When you or your child develops red, itchy, and watery eyes, it can be worrying. You want to provide comfort quickly, but first, you need to know what you are dealing with. Is it allergies from playing outside, or is it a contagious case of pink eye? It can be difficult to tell the difference,…

A person sitting at a desk with a laptop and holding their glasses while they rub their dry eyes

Dry Eye • February 24, 2026

What Do Dry Eyes Feel Like?

If your eyes often feel uncomfortable, you might be experiencing a common condition known as dry eye. Sensations associated with dry eye often include a gritty, scratchy, or burning feeling that usually affects both of your eyes. Dry eye occurs when your tears are not able to provide adequate lubrication, leading to a range of…

Eyeglasses • January 30, 2026

How Do I Know If I Need Glasses?

You may notice obvious changes in your vision, like trouble reading road signs from a distance. But sometimes, the signals your eyes send are more subtle. Frequent headaches or a persistent feeling of tired eyes can also be clues that your vision needs support. These signs often point to a need for an eye health…

a close up image of a man who is experiencing lazy eye

Vision Therapy • January 20, 2026

When is it Too Late to Treat Lazy Eye?

Managing Lazy Eye Lazy eye is an eye condition many people have heard of but may not completely understand. A lazy eye isn’t “lazy,” but weaker than the other eye. This eye condition commonly appears in early childhood but can develop in adults. Although treating lazy eye in childhood offers the best possible outcome for…

A person looks up as they apply eye drops to their dry eyes

Dry Eye • December 16, 2025

Eye Drops for Dry Eyes: What You Need to Know

After a long day of work or parenting, you may feel a gritty, scratchy, or tired sensation in your eyes. This discomfort is common, and eye drops often seem like a quick fix. However, there are many kinds of eye drops, and not all of them work the same way. The key to effective eye…