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Over the last several blogs we have discussed some different methods of myopia control including the Miyosmart lenses in glasses, Misight contact lenses and Ortho-K contact lenses. The final technique of myopia management is with atropine eye drops. Atropine is a prescription eye drop that when used at low concentrations has been demonstrated to slow […]
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Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) can help slow down the progression of Myopia
As Optometrists, it’s very rewarding to be able to help a child to improve their vision so that they can see well to do their best not only in school but in all aspects of their lives. But having good vision and eye health is about more than being able to read the small line […]
Miyosmart lenses help to slow down the progression of Myopia
Glasses have long been the cornerstone of myopia correction. However, instead of just correcting for blurry distance vision we can now prescribe glasses that can not only provide clear vision but also actively slow down the progression of nearsightedness. The Miyosmart lenses are a revolutionary spectacle lens designed by Hoya to help reduce the progression […]
Misight 1-day contact lenses help slow down Myopia
Did you know w can slow down the progression of Myopia or nearsightedness in children using a one day disposable contact lens? An exciting advancement in myopia management are the Coopervision Misight 1-day contact lenses. These are the first and only Health Canada approved soft contact lenses that have been clinically proven to slow down […]
Infant Eye Exams – 0-12 Milestones
Did you know infant eye exams start at 6 months of age? So why start so early? Our Optometrists want to ensure your babies’ eyes are seeing well, their eyes are working well together, and that their eyes are healthy. Alberta Health covers eye exams for children between the ages of 0-18 years. Milestones to […]
Wildfire Smoke Causing Eye Irritation
As smoke from the BC wildfires spreads across the west, people are feeling the effects in their eyes. Eye symptoms caused by wildfire smoke can include: Redness Burning Itching Tearing Sandy gritty sensation Blurred vision Aggravation of dry eyes, blepharitis, & allergies Tips for those experiencing symptoms Preservative-free artificial tears to help lubricate the eye […]
Safety Eyewear for your DIY and Workplace
Eye injuries can happen when we least expect them. At the workplace, protective eyewear is often a requirement for high-risk occupations. Did you know that about half of all eye injuries happen right at home? As we are continuing to work from home many people have undertaken home improvement activities, DIY projects, yard work and […]
SheLeads: Farrah Sunderji
Dr. Farrah Sunderji was recently featured on SheLeads Canada. Being a mompreneur and Optometrist during this COVID-19 era has certainly had its challenges. Through resilience, self-love, self-care, and gratitude she has been able to lead her team and continues to be of service to her patients. Read the full article.
How Has the Pandemic Affected Your Child’s Vision?
While we may not quite Appreciate the degree to which COVID-19 has impacted your lives, it is clear that things are different. Many of the activities that were done outdoors are no longer as accessible as before. Instead, people have had to adjust to doing everything within the confines of their houses. While for some […]
Our Calgary Optometrists recognized as COVID heros
Mentoring 101: In March 2020, our Calgary Optometrists – Dr. Jessica Yang, Dr. Marilyn Wong, and Dr. Farrah Sunderji were part of a pilot project in collaboration with the Alberta Association of Optometrists and the University of Calgary’s School of Medicine. Each of our eye doctors had the privilege of being preceptors and mentors to […]
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