Your optometrist can play a key role in diagnosing and treating glaucoma. Glaucoma refers to a group of eye diseases that can cause damage to your optic nerve and cause permanent vision loss. Glaucoma is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it often progresses slowly and without symptoms until significant vision loss has…
How to Clean Eyelids for Dry Eyes
If you have dry eyes, you may wonder what causes them. You may be surprised to learn that eyelid hygiene can influence dry eye development. Keeping your eyelids clean can help improve dry eye symptoms, and don’t worry—your optometrist can help. You can clean your eyelids yourself with eyelid wipes or a clean washcloth and…
Does Laser Eye Surgery Cause Dry Eyes?
Every year, thousands of Canadians undergo laser eye surgery in order to achieve the freedom of clear vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses. While laser eye surgery can greatly improve your vision, it also comes with the potential for side effects. One potential side effect of laser eye surgery is dry eyes. …
Is Lazy Eye the Same as Strabismus?
While lazy eye and strabismus may seem similar, they are very different and require different treatments. Many parents are concerned when they hear their child has a vision problem, and it can be confusing to understand the difference between similar conditions. Lazy eye (amblyopia) is when one of the eyes is not focusing correctly, while…
How Long is an Eye Prescription Valid?
Caring for your eyes is an important part of your overall health. Part of your health and care for your vision is to have regular eye exams. When your vision changes and you need a new or different prescription, they are only valid for 1 to 2 years. When you receive a prescription from your…
Is Laser Eye Surgery Painful?
Laser eye surgeries, such as LASIK, PRK, and SMILE, are commonly performed vision correction procedures used to help patients correct refractive issues with their vision. The surgery is often performed using numbing agents to minimize discomfort. When you visit Broadway Eyecare, our team of experienced optometrists will happily walk you through the before and after…
Are Visine Eye Drops Bad for Your Eyes?
Prescription Eye Drops Compared to OTC Eye drops can be a convenient treatment tool for various eye problems, from dry eye to myopia control. Patients can also try many over-the-counter options to relieve allergies or eye irritation symptoms temporarily. But are over-the-counter eye drops safe? Are prescription eye drops more effective than common brands like…
When Should a Child Have Their First Eye Exam?
Good vision care habits are built from a young age. Healthy eyes are essential to your child’s development, and the first step is scheduling consistent eye exams with your optometrist. Early and frequent eye exams can help your children develop good vision care habits they can carry with them through adulthood. But when should a…
Until What Age Can a Lazy Eye Be Treated?
Visual Acuity vs Visual Ability When most people think of visual ability, they likely think of how well they can see—with or without eyeglasses or contact lenses. But vision is more than how clearly you see. Many parts of the eye, from cells to muscles, control eye movement, health, and vision. As a result, your…
Why Can’t I Read with Glasses On?
Reading with Vision Problems Glasses are a practical, convenient tool for improving vision. For example, prescription lenses can improve distance vision for driving or watching movies. Likewise, reading glasses can provide clearer near vision for reading and writing. But what happens when you can’t read even with your corrective lenses? Reading problems have many potential…