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Eye Conditions, Eye Health • June 28, 2022

How to Control Myopia

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, affects many people. The Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) estimates that approximately 30% of the Canadian population has some form of myopia. Fortunately, it’s usually easy to correct and sometimes can even be managed with natural methods. The first step is for an eye doctor to diagnose the severity by…

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Contact Lenses, Eye Exam • June 1, 2022

What’s the Difference Between an Eye Exam and a Contact Lens Exam?

Your eyes are complex structures. The muscles, membranes, and tissue are essential to maintaining healthy, effective vision. Eye exams help evaluate sight, but they're vital to protecting your health. Yet, there's more than one type of eye test. When you choose to wear contact lenses, you'll need a contact lens exam. But does a contact…

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Glasses • May 10, 2022

Can You Bring Your Own Frames to an Optometrist in Kelowna?

Can You Bring Your Own Frames to an Optometrist in Kelowna? We all have a pair of glasses we absolutely love. Maybe it was your first pair of glasses in school with a cool frame design or a pair that you spent months saving for. Whatever the reason, you have a pair of glasses you…