Flashes & Floaters

Overview The eye is filled with a gel like substance called vitreous. In babies, the vitreous is firmly attached to the retina, the inner lining of the eye. With age the vitreous thins and may separate from the back of the eye, and this is often accompanied by flashes or floaters. Floaters look like small …

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Computer Vision Syndrome

Overview: The eyes and brain react differently to the words on a computer screen as compared to printed text. Words and images on a computer screen do not have well defined edges and the eyes must work harder to see them clearly. Technology is ever-changing, keeping us connected to others and making our lives easier. …

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Dry Eye

Overview Dry eye is a condition where a person has insufficient tears to lubricate the front surface of the eye. Tears are necessary for providing clear vision and nutrition to the front of the eye. Each blink of the eyelids spreads tears across the front surface of the eye. Tears provide lubrication, reduce risk of …

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Nutrition For Eye Health

Overview Good nutrition is important for both general and eye health. It helps our body to grow, repair any damage, protect against infection and to function correctly. Research has shown that certain foods help to maintain healthy cells and tissues in the eye and slow eye damage. Vitamins The main focus has been on antioxidant …

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Caring For Your Eye Wear

You spend a lot of time and money finding the perfect pair of eyeglasses, taking care of them is one of the best things you can do. Knowing how to care for them will make a big difference in how well you see and enjoy wearing them. Cleaning your frame and lenses on a regular …

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Children’s Eye Health

Overview: Generally young eyes are health eyes, and most children have good vision and do not need to wear glasses. However, studies show that one in four children have vision problems that can affect learning and behaviour. 80% of what a child learns come through their eyes so uncorrected vision problems can impact their ability …

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New Technologies In Eye Care Are Improving Treatment Options

As the world around us seems to be spinning faster and more improved ways of getting the job done are coming about health care and specifically eye care is not being left out. New technology and innovations are changing the world of eye care from eye exams to surgical procedures. Superior technology has totally transformed …

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Keratoconus

Keratoconus is a degenerative disease that affects the cornea. The cornea is the front window of the eye and is normally smooth and round. In patients with keratoconus the cornea becomes irregular, thin and cone shaped. The abnormal shape prevents the light entering the eye from being focused correctly and causes blurred, distortion vision. Glasses …

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