Whether your wear contact lenses, have some sort of chronic eye problem, or just get dry eyes regularly, there are lots of different reasons for someone to need to use eye drops. Some people can get the drops in their eyes effortlessly and without thinking. If you don’t like the idea of putting things in your eye or have unsteady aim for some reason, however, it can be more challenging. We at Crowfoot Vision Centre want our patients in Calgary and Arbour Lake to get the most out of their eye drop treatments, so they can keep their visits to the doctor at…

Groceries, devices, and even services can be ordered online today. All it takes is a swipe on a smartphone or a click of a mouse, and you have just about everything you need on the Internet. While you can order your next pair of shoes, food from the local store, and even a new computer over the web, the last thing you should order is contact lenses. Like other prescription products, contact lenses are not a one-size-fits-all solution. First, you must be fitted for lenses by an established Calgary optometry center, like Crowfoot Vision. Then, you want to have your products…

It’s all in the eyes! Did you know that an eye exam can reveal not only problems with your vision but also important clues about your general health? For this reason, setting up an eye exam in Calgary is just as vital as going to your family doctor or dentist for a regular checkup. Like general and dental health problems, early detection of eye problems, from cataracts to glaucoma, can help reduce the severity of some of the symptoms. But eye exams can also help detect other health problems whose symptoms also affect the eyes. That’s why at Crowfoot Vision Centre, we provide…

Astigmatism might be limiting in some ways, but you are not limited when it comes to contacts. Thankfully, there are numerous designs out there today that are suitable for individuals suffering from astigmatism. Typically, your optometrist will recommend a softer lens, which is a toric lens with a weighted ballast to prevent lens rotation. Before you go out and buy just any type of contact lens, it is best to understand what your condition is and how contact lenses affect it. What is Astigmatism and How Do You Get It? Astigmatism is an eye condition that comes from your cornea or lens when…

You want the very best for your child. You want them to explore, excel at learning, and be happy. One way to ensure that they do all these things is to have their vision checked at your Calgary optometry center. Unlike adults, children are not aware that their vision may be failing them. They may not tell you that things are blurry, but instead, it will show in their grades at school or even how they perform in extracurricular activities. If you are worried that your child may have a vision problem, make an appointment at Crowfoot Vision for an eye…

If you’ve recently gotten an eye exam from your optometrist in Calgary, it’s a perfect time to get a new pair of glasses. At Crowfoot Vision Centre in Calgary, we want all of our customers to get the glasses that make them see and look great. In order to choose a great pair of glasses, you should keep in mind two important things: your face shape and your style. Different kinds of glasses work better with different face shapes. The main shapes of the face are round, oval, and square. If you have full cheeks and a narrow jaw, you probably have a round or…

Your glasses are an essential investment if you have a less-than-perfect vision. After you’ve gotten your diagnosis from an optometrist and chosen your glasses at your local eye clinic in Calgary, your next job will be to keep your glasses safe from any damage. Losing or breaking them too often will get expensive quickly. We at Crowfoot Vision Centre suggest these four simple ways to help keep your lenses damage-free: 1. Be careful where you put them Ideally, your glasses won’t be anywhere but on your nose or in their case. Whenever you put them anywhere else, the chance that they’ll be damaged immediately…

What Your Calgary Optometry Team Wants You to Know To countless residents of Northwest Calgary, getting an annual eye exam is simply a matter of routine. Unfortunately, many others wait until they have a serious vision problem to see an eye doctor in Calgary. By the time a problem has manifested to the point that it is debilitating, it may be quite complicated to manage. The professionals at Crowfoot Vision Centre hope that you will make routine eye examinations a part of your yearly healthcare plan. We always prefer to catch an eye condition early and treat it as soon as possible. Your Calgary…

If you visit our Calgary eye center as a matter of routine, you might sometimes wonder about all the eye conditions that exist. At Crowfoot Vision Centre, we hope that you may be free from eye pain, poor vision, and other health issues related to the eyes. However, many different eye conditions are experienced by individuals every day, and awareness plays a key role in inefficient treatment. 4 Common Eye and Vision Issues  Catching problems early can be of help in combatting them. You cannot always detect potential eye conditions, but in many cases, various symptoms are apparent. If you notice the signs of…

Some people think that springing for prescription sunglasses isn’t worth the higher price. They think they’ll just lose them anyway. Instead, they buy cheap, five-dollar sunglasses at the local gas station. With a few easy tricks for not losing your unique sunglasses, however, the benefits of going prescription are significant. Benefits of sunglasses Prescription sunglasses have a lot of benefits for your health. Because they’re typically better made, the protective aspects of prescription sunglasses are often greater than cheaply made, non-prescription sunglasses. From UV rays to cancer, unprotected eyes are vulnerable to a lot of potential problems that sunglasses can help prevent. There…

Contact lenses are an amazing modern convenience, which is why millions of people across the world wear them every day. Whether you are thinking about getting contact lenses or have used them for years, your optometrist at Crowfoot Vision Centre can discuss the best practices you should know. Proper care and hygiene are always important when you have contacts. We offer an impressive selection of contact lenses at our Calgary eye center, and we are always happy to assist you in making the best choices. Separating Fact from Fiction on the Subject of Contact Lenses  While many of the statements you might hear about…

Headaches can be the result of a variety of causes. Did you know that vision problem can lead to headaches? Even simple eye strain may result in recurring headaches, especially if other, underlying issues exist. Using prescription eyeglasses or other types of eyewear that is not accurately matching your vision can also cause fatigue, dizziness, and headaches. If you are experiencing poor vision and headaches, it is time to visit your Arbour Lake optometry center. One of the experienced optometrists at Crowfoot Vision Centre will examine your eyes. This is the best way to explore the underlying problem, as well as address any resultant symptoms…

The prominent line across the lenses of bifocal glasses can be a real giveaway that you’re aging. Luckily, there’s a new option that can help correct your vision: progressive lenses. Many people start to need bifocals after around 40 because of a condition called presbyopia, and progressive lenses are specifically designed to better compensate for this condition. What is presbyopia? Two of the most important parts of your eye are the cornea and the lens. The cornea is the outer, spherical part of your eye through which light passes. Just below the outer cornea, there is a clear structure called the lens. The…

The ability to see clearly at any distance is invaluable. If you have trouble reading and require eyeglasses to correct that issue, progressive glasses could be the perfect solution for you. It is not unusual to begin losing the ability to read without glasses, especially after the age of 40. You might already have acquired a pair of reading glasses to manage this condition. What you may not realize is that eventually, you could lose the capacity to see things clearly from other distances, as well. This is one of the reasons that progressive lenses are prescribed for users entering their 40s or…