Summer is here and with that comes longer days and more hours exposed to direct sunlight. While you should protect your eyes year-round, summer is one of the most important times to find sunglasses that offer protection from the harmful UV rays of the sun. Three Reasons You Need Proper UV Protection in Your Sunglasses Garden variety sunglasses will not do. Instead, you need sunglasses that offer UV protection (which is often listed on the label). Sunglasses improve your vision and style, but also protect your overall eye health. Because sun exposure on a daily basis puts you at higher risk for…

Summer is here, which means it is officially the season for sunglasses. Now is the time to stock up on your favourite styles or even change out your current one so that you can sport something fashionable this season. The good news is most of these trends will work great for fall and winter too, allowing you to get the most out of your investment. Whether you are just out enjoying the great weather or planning a trip to the beach, you can have the hottest sunglasses in Calgary this year. Top 6 Sunglass Styles Sunglasses are essential in the summer. Because…

Vision-threatening diseases, when caught early, can be cured or treated properly so that you can preserve your vision and slow the progression of vision loss. To do this, you need to go in for routine eye exams. While most people are aware of the importance of eye exams, they are confused as to how often they should have them done. When to Visit Calgary Eye Doctors Determining how often you need an eye exam in Calgary depends on your age and family history, but the rule of thumb to decide on the ideal frequency involves consideration of these factors: Children 5 Years and…

Contact lenses are designed for daily use and it is important that they are kept clean and sanitary. Not caring for your lenses could lead to a variety of complications, including severe eye infections that may lead to something as serious as permanent blindness. Unlike in the past, caring for your soft contact lenses today is much easier than you think. In fact, now you can find one-bottle care systems and a variety of cleaning trays at your local pharmacy. If caring for your contacts each night does not work for you, consider looking for daily disposable contact lenses from your…

Maybe you want to enhance your natural eye colour, or maybe you have a costume party coming up and you need coloured contacts to complete your look. You've gone shopping online to find the perfect pair—and the pair you want comes from a sketchy costume shop on the other side of town. Should you take the risk and purchase those contacts? Or should you consult with a professional optometrist instead? Unless you get your contacts from an optical care professional, those coloured lenses could do disastrous things to your eyes. We'll tell you more about that below. We'll also tell you…

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Did you know that, for children, 80 per cent of learning is visual? To make sure your child isn’t at a disadvantage when they begin school, it’s important that they have a comprehensive eye exam before they start the first grade. To make sure every Alberta child gets the best start possible, the Alberta Association of Optometrists offers the Eye See… Eye Learn program to all kindergarten students. While Alberta Health covers the cost of eye exams for children until they turn 19, this program goes one step further by providing a free pair of glasses to any child who needs a prescription. Crowfoot…

Your optometrist plays an important role in taking care of your general health. Here’s why you should visit your local Calgary optometry centre at least once a year. Eye Exams An annual eye exam does far more than check how far you can see, although that’s a part of it too. Here’s what optometrists will test during an exam: Visual acuity: This test is the part that you’re probably most familiar with. It involves reading charts with letters that get progressively smaller with and without different lenses to determine how far or close you can see. Retina: A retinoscopy, or a test of the retina, is…

At Crowfoot Vision Centre, we strive to provide the best care for our patients. That’s why all of our eye exams include numerous diagnostic tests to thoroughly assess the health of your eye and to spot any indications of eye disease before they become a problem.

One such test is a retinal scan, and for this, we choose to use the Optos California retinal scanner. Here’s why we perform this test and why we chose this advanced device.

With summer closing in, many people are starting to think about investing in a new pair of prescription or non-prescription sunglasses.

If you’re not sure which brand you should choose, consider Maui Jim. Created on the beaches of Hawaii, these sunglasses are among the best options for protecting your eyes.

For many people, contact lenses are a preferable alternative to prescription eyewear. They provide the same corrective benefits as glasses without the risk of breaking or losing them. Contact lenses also eliminate the issue of foggy or smudged lenses.

If you’re a contact lens wearer who’s sensitive to light, Acuvue Oasys with Transitions may be perfect for you.

Similar to photochromatic lenses for eyewear, these contact lenses react to changes in light and darken in bright conditions. Here’s everything you need to know about these first-of-their-kind contact lenses that are available now at Crowfoot Vision Centre in Calgary.

With so hundreds of models to choose from on the market, shopping for a new pair of eyeglasses can be overwhelming. After all, even if the frames look amazing, how do you know if they’re a high-quality product? To make your shopping trip a little easier, the experts at Crowfoot Vision Centre share five of our favourite brands. Ray-Ban Best known for their sunglasses, Ray-Ban is also a global leader in prescription eyewear. Streamlined, sleek and frill-free, these frames are made with the everyday wearer in mind. Ray-Ban’s timeless styles mean you won’t be rushing to replace your frames anytime soon, plus they’ll…

In order to provide the best vision correction possible, eyeglasses need to be kept clean. In fact, without regular TLC, your lenses are likely to be grimy and will be at risk of getting scratched or nicked. But haphazard washing can also lead to them getting damaged. Here’s how to safely clean your eyeglasses. 1. Start with clean, dry hands Before you begin cleaning your glasses, it’s important to ensure that your hands themselves are clean. If you have lotion, dirt or food particles on your hands, these things could easily transfer to your glasses, thus undermining the entire process of cleaning them. We…

Most people who wear contact lenses use traditional, extended-wear lenses. However, daily disposable contact lenses are increasing in popularity, among both healthcare providers and the general population. They’re surprisingly beneficial and can be worn by almost anyone. What Are Daily Disposable Contact Lenses? As can be deduced from their name, daily disposable contact lenses are single-use lenses that get thrown out at the end of each day. Every morning, you’ll use a brand-new pair. Remember that these are “daily” contact lenses; they’re strictly to be used during waking hours and should never be slept in. Daily disposable contacts are less expensive that you…

Every week, people spend countless hours staring at their screens. Many of them have jobs that involve working with a computer and then go home to watch Netflix on their flat screen TV, laptop or tablet. Unfortunately, an abundance of screen time can harm your eyes. Here’s what you should know about how screens can affect your eye health, along with some tips on reducing the damage caused. The Negatives of Too Much Screen Time To start off, how can you tell if your electronic devices are negatively affecting your eyes? While the symptoms may vary, the overuse of screens is most…

Gone are the days of trying to wear sunglasses over your glasses or, even worse, trying to go without sunglasses altogether. Prescription sunglasses are a game-changer and it’s important that you choose ones that work well for you. Polarized lenses are a very popular option and for good reason. Here’s what you should know about them. What Are Polarized Lenses? Sunlight is polarized when it hits a smooth surface, meaning that instead of scattering, it travels uniformly, creating an intense ray of light. This light can be distracting and the glare can impair your visibility. Polarized lenses are manufactured to reduce glare by blocking…

“Pink eye” is the colloquial term for an eye condition where the white parts of the eye become itchy, red, and inflamed. It’s actually an infection of the clear layer that covers the white tissue inside your eye called the conjunctiva.  Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, isn’t usually a serious infection. Most kinds of pink eye will go away on their own after a few days. But if after this time period has passed you continue to experience issues, it may be time to arrange a visit to our Calgary eye center. There are three main types of pink eye. Here’s a guide to each…