Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common eye problem that many Canadians find themselves dealing with every day. While it’s possible to address myopia with eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other types of myopia control, many people find themselves wondering what causes myopia in the first place and if it’s possible to avoid it. Some of the factors…
Category: Children’s eye health
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…
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…
What is Better For Myopia Control: Glasses or Contact lenses?
As a parent, your child’s well-being is most important. If they have myopia, how do you protect their vision from worsening? With the correct treatment, you can reduce myopic progression in your child; it can be as easy as wearing glasses or contacts. When discussing myopia control with your optometrist, what is the better choice…