Do you find yourself with dry eyes, reaching for eye drops and a headache, rubbing your temples more often than usual? While it may seem like dry eyes cause headaches, they are simply coincidental. However, it’s still important to consider the potential underlying cause of both. If there is a shared trigger, pinpointing it and […]
Battling the persistent, prickling itch of dry eyes can be more than an inconvenience; it can affect how we work, learn, and enjoy life. Once the discomfort sets in, one of the first lines of defense is artificial tears. However, its important to understand when and how often because, surprisingly, you can actually cause negative […]
Solar eclipses can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many people. They’re a true spectacle to behold, but it also means you need to make sure you know what you need to do for safe solar viewing. Regular sunglasses don’t provide enough protection during an eclipse. The eyewear and devices made for looking directly at the […]
IPL (intense pulsed light) photofacials can benefit people who want to rejuvenate their skin and say goodbye to redness, age spots, and pigmentation. IPL treatment emits light energy or pulses that can penetrate deep into the dermis, minimizing the signs of aging and improving skin colour and texture. If you’re considering an IPL photofacial, you’re […]
In today’s digital age, many people spend a significant amount of time in front of screens, leading to many concerns about potential side effects. Too much time at a screen can lead to eye strain, blurry vision, and dry eye syndrome. Could blue light glasses help avoid this? Blue light glasses don’t reduce dry eyes, […]
We all want to look and feel great. But that doesn’t mean our skin will naturally look the way we want it to. Our environment is tough on our skin. In Focus Eyespa may be able to help! We have Intense pulsed light (IPL) in our eyecare clinic to treat dry eyes however our experienced […]
Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when there’s a problem with your tear production. Symptoms include irritation, grittiness and blurry vision. But can it lead to blindness? Mild to moderate dry eye disease would rarely cause vision loss. However, severe, untreated dry eye disease can lead to vision complications, corneal scarring and […]
Dry eye disease is a common condition that many Canadians experience. There are many ways to find relief from dry eye symptoms, and an optometrist can help by determining the underlying cause of dry eyes and providing tailored treatments. You don’t have to put up with blurry vision, scratchy, gritty, stinging sensations and red eyes […]
If you suffer from dry eyes and are a contact lens wearer, you know how uncomfortable and frustrating it can be. Dryness, irritation, and blurred vision are just a few issues that can arise. But you don’t have to live with these symptoms or give up wearing contact lenses. With modern lens technology, there’s a […]
Dry eyes are a common condition affecting millions of people every year. Caused by a number of environmental, work and lifestyle choices like screen time and health related issues, it can lead to discomfort, redness, and a burning sensation in the eyes. While these symptoms are common, there’s one more symptom that many people wonder […]
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