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…

For many people, summer is synonymous with fireworks season, and in some cases that means setting off your own. But fireworks, even small ones, should never be used carelessly. At our Calgary eye center, we want to make sure our patients know the ins and outs of protecting their eyes when using fireworks. Here are five tips for having a safe experience. 1. Wear eye goggles It’s important to remember that even with the smallest of fireworks, you’re dealing with explosives. Safety goggles should be worn at all times when setting off fireworks. This is the most effective way to keep any…

Has your optometrist told you that you need to start visiting your Calgary NW eye care centre more frequently? If so, and you happen to be over the age of 39, it may have to do with the fact that aging commonly increases the possibility of developing eye problems. However, a diet rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals can help stave off a whole host of potential complications. Here are five eye-health-enhancing foods to include in your diet. 1. Leafy greens Kale, spinach, arugula, Swiss chard and other leaf vegetables are chock full of essential vitamins and minerals that are great for…

Your Local Calgary Optometrists Discuss Eyewear How often have you heard someone narrate a funny story about losing their pair of glasses on their own forehead, in the refrigerator, or someplace else, only to find it a few hours later? If you wear glasses, has a similar incident that happened to you? While that makes for a good laugh at family gatherings, you would have had a fairly stressful time until you actually found your glasses. Imagine how convenient it would be if you owned more than just one pair! Not only could you go about your business and find the…

The next time you’re in Calgary for a visit to the optometrist for an eye exam, we hope you choose Crowfoot Vision Centre. Our team tries our best to give our patients the best in optometry services. Here, for example, are just a few ways that you can protect your eyesight on a regular basis: UV protection and other safety eyewear. Damage to your eyes is often painful and irreversible. The best way to protect them is to have the right equipment. If your job requires safety glasses, be sure to wear them at all times. When you’re not at work, you can use sunglasses to…

Are you dealing with nearsightedness, farsightedness, or some other less-than-perfect vision issue? You may think that the only way to fix your vision problem is by wearing either prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, some eye health problems require a different approach, such as vision correction. Vision correction is an umbrella term for optometric techniques, usually involving procedures like surgery or therapy, that are used to repair general vision problems like myopia (nearsightedness) or hyperopia (farsightedness). At Crowfoot Vision Centre, our optometrist in Calgary can perform thorough eye exams to help you determine whether a vision correction procedure is the right choice for your eye…

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…

If you have any questions about an eye exam, contact lenses, or glasses, it’s important to consult an expert. At Crowfoot Vision Centre, we’ve been serving the Calgary community since 1992. Here are a few of the most common questions we’ve heard over the years about eye care: Is looking at a computer or television screen for too long bad for my eyes? There’s nothing inherently more harmful about looking at a computer screen than anything else. It’s just light, after all. That being said, there is a chance that staring at the same object for extended periods of time, as we do…

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…