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Eye care tips, eyewear guides, and vision health articles from our Okotoks team.

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Eyeglass Frames for Your Face Shape

As an optometrist practicing for over 20 years, I’ve seen countless patients struggle with a surprisingly complex...

2024-06-08

A Detailed Overview of the Eyeglasses Manufacturing Process

When you pick up a finished pair of eyeglasses, it is easy to take for granted the precision and complexity behind...

2024-06-07

Sunglasses for Mountain Climbing: Eye Protection and Glare Reduction for Climbers

Mountain climbing is one of the few recreational activities where forgetting your sunglasses can cause a genuine...

2024-06-05

Decoding Spherical & Cylindrical Power

Understand spherical & cylindrical power in eyeglass prescriptions! This guide breaks down these measurements...

2024-06-02

Contact Lenses for Astigmatism: Toric Lenses Explained Simply

If you have been told you have astigmatism and cannot wear contact lenses, you received outdated information. That...

2024-06-01

Visual Wellness: Basics of Eye Exams and Vision Testing

Comprehensive guide to eye exams & vision testing! Learn what to expect, common tests, & how to maintain...

2024-05-23

The Best Contact Lenses If You Have Dry Eyes

If you have dry eyes and wear contact lenses, you have probably had that moment around 4 PM where your lenses feel...

2024-05-15

Driving Glasses at Night: What Actually Helps (and What Is Marketing)

If driving at night has gotten harder over the years, you are not imagining it. Modern LED and HID headlights are...

2024-05-08

Things You Should Know About Contact Lenses

Learn everything you need to know about contact lenses! This guide covers types, care, solutions, potential issues...

2024-05-02

Coloured Contact Lenses: Fun, But Here Is What Can Go Wrong

Coloured contacts can look amazing. Whether you want a subtle enhancement of your natural eye colour or a dramatic...

2024-05-01

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