Contact Lens Safety in Edmonton: Habits That Protect Your Eyes (And Ones That Don’t)
Contact lenses are one of the safest and most effective vision correction options available when they are used correctly. The
Strabismus and Amblyopia in Edmonton Children: What Parents Need to Know
Strabismus and amblyopia are two of the most common conditions diagnosed during childhood eye exams in Edmonton, and both are
Are Cheap Glasses Worth It? What Edmonton Patients Should Know Before Buying
Budget prescription glasses are more widely available now than at any other point in history. Online retailers sell complete pairs
Sunglasses and UV Protection in Edmonton: What Your Optometrist Wants You to Know
What Does UV Radiation Do to Your Eyes? Ultraviolet radiation from the sun causes cumulative, progressive damage to the ocular
Dry Eye and Contact Lenses in Edmonton: Can You Still Wear Lenses if Your Eyes Are Dry?
Why Dry Eye Makes Contact Lens Wear Harder Contact lenses sit on the tear film that covers the corneal surface.
Emergency Eye Care in Edmonton: When to Go to an Optometrist vs. the Emergency Room
Go to the Emergency Room (or Call 911) If You Have: Call Eyes On Optometry First If You Have: What
How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam in Edmonton? (By Age and Health Condition)
Eye Exam Frequency by Age Infants (6 Months) The Alberta Association of Optometrists recommends every child’s first eye exam at
Diabetic Eye Exam in Edmonton: Why Annual Retinal Checks Are Non-Negotiable
What Is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy occurs when chronically elevated blood sugar damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina.
How Alberta Health Care Covers Eye Exams in Edmonton: A Complete 2026 Guide
Who Gets a Free Eye Exam Under AHCIP? Children Under 19 AHCIP covers one comprehensive eye exam per calendar year
Glaucoma Screening in Edmonton: Who Should Get Tested and How Often
What Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, usually as a result of