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 […]
How Often Can You Get an IPL Photofacial?
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 […]
Do Blue Light Glasses Help with Dry Eye?
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, […]
When Do You See Results from a Photofacial?
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 […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Blindness?
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 […]
Do Optometrists Treat Dry Eye Disease?
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 […]
Are Daily Contact Lenses Better for Dry 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 […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurriness?
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 […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Vitreous Detachment?
Millions of Canadians are dealing with the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye disease. Unfortunately, dry eyes often accompany other uncomfortable conditions like digital eye strain or floaters, so it’s not unreasonable to wonder if dry eyes will cause floaters or vitreous detachment. While vitreous detachment and dry eye symptoms are both often related to aging, […]
Can Contacts Cause Dry Eyes?
Dry eyes are one of the most common complaints heard by eye care professionals when talking to contact lens wearers. With more than half of contact wearers reporting dry eyes, it’s no surprise you may be experiencing dry eye while wearing contact lenses too. This sensation is called contact lens related dry eye. It’s the […]