Getting regular comprehensive eye exams is essential to maintain healthy eyes. Regular checkups can help detect early warning signs of eye conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts and keep your prescription lenses current. The doctors at Annik Eye Care provide personalized eye exams that prioritize your eyes and needs. From a health assessment of […]
Self Test for Cataracts: Signs & Symptoms to Look For
Cataracts affect millions of Canadians, and as you age, they become more of a concern. You may already visit your optometrist for regular vision checkups, but there are steps you can take at home to test for early cataract symptoms. Look for common cataract signs and symptoms, such as blurry vision, light sensitivity, fading colours, […]
Emergency Eye Care: Common Eye Injuries & Treatment
Your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body, allowing you to see and interact with the world around you. But they’re almost one of the most vulnerable organs and can be damaged or injured in many different situations. Proper eye care is essential, and you should always try to protect your […]
Amblyopia vs Strabismus? Common Childhood Eye Conditions
There are many different childhood eye conditions that your child may experience. Two common childhood eye conditions are amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes). When a child is experiencing strabismus, it can lead to amblyopia, though this is not always the case. For children and adults alike, it’s important to have regular eye exams […]
Contact Lens Eye Exam: Are Contacts Right for You?
Contact lenses are a preferred method to correct visual issues for many people. To determine if contact lenses are the right choice for you, your optometrist will need to understand your corrective conditions and needs. Your optometrist will go through a comprehensive exam before prescribing your contact lenses, which will help to determine if contact […]