by BreezeMaxWeb | Jun 7, 2016 | Eye Doctor, Eyeglasses Langley
Between the things Mom tells her kids to keep them from picking up unfortunate habits and the misconceptions commonly held by society, it can be difficult to know the truth about what’s helping and hurting your eyes. Have you ever been told that eating carrots can improve your eyesight? Have you ever heard that reading in dim light worsens vision problems? These are just a couple of myths regarding vision. Keep reading to accurately distinguish between what is true about vision and what is not. Do You Believe These Vision Myths? Common Mythical Causes of Worsened Eyesight Squinting Has anyone ever told you to stop squinting because it will make your eyesight worse? There’s no need to keep worrying yourself. What you’re doing when you squint your eyes is creating smaller openings in which light can get in, shrinking the pupils and allowing you to focus more clearly on whatever it is you’re focusing on. While constant squinting can indicate that a person may need eyeglasses and may cause headaches because of muscle tension, it won’t damage your eyesight. Reading in Dim Light Dim lighting may make it more difficult for your eyes to focus and cause them to get more tired more quickly, but reading in dim light won’t make your eyesight any worse than it is. If you notice that reading with a booklight or another dim light source causes eye fatigue or headaches, try to avoid creating a glare on the page, which makes it more difficult for your eyes to focus. Sitting Too Close to a TV or Computer Screen Although you should pay...
by BreezeMaxWeb | Jun 2, 2016 | Eyeglasses Langley
Did you know that your eyes can get sunburned? Also known as photokeratitis, an eye sunburn happens most often in the summer (which is quickly approaching), but it can also take place when you’re exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet rays without any kind of eye protection. Sunburned eyes can get infected, require the use of antibiotics, and can even damage your eyesight permanently. The solution to this problem is, of course, prescription sunglasses. With the number of options available, finding prescription sunglasses has never been easier. Whether you prefer a clip-on style attachment for your prescription eyeglasses or designer frames or you need standalone prescription sunglasses, Vision Care Centre– Langley has you covered. We’re happy to provide you with options from trusted brands such as Guess, Zeal Optics, and Ray-Ban. You’re sure to find exactly the style of prescription sunglasses you’re looking for. Keeping your eyes sunburn-free wards off a host of issues ranging from swelling, blurred vision, constant tearing up, and infection, so be sure that you’ve got your eyes covered effectively. If you need some new prescription sunglasses or even if we’ve convinced you to get them for the first time, we’re here to help. Our staff will gladly suggest frames, lenses, and any other options that will work for you and your lifestyle. We’ve met our patients’ eyecare and eyewear needs for over 20 years, so feel free to contact us today to set up an exam. Let us help you to pick out the perfect pair of prescription...
by BreezeMaxWeb | May 26, 2016 | Optometrist Langley
If you’re the proud owner of an iPhone 6s, you probably know that it features a 12-megapixel camera, but do you know how many megapixels are in the human eye? According to the math, even though your eyes don’t perceive pixels in the same way a digital camera would, a human eye would be the equivalent of a 576-megapixel camera. That’s why it’s so important to keep your eyes healthy. You know what a fancy digital camera with a lot of megapixels costs and that’s an investment you’d want to protect, so why not do the same for your eyes by seeing an optometrist? Whether you suffer from nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or any other specific eye condition, the optometrists at Vision Care Centre Langley can give you a professional consultation. Our optometrists can go into detail and explain any eye condition you might have or irregularity that they see. An added benefit of regularly seeing an optometrist is that it can also help to keep you healthy as optometrists can aid you in detecting high blood pressure, vascular disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, and even some cancers. You’d pay to have your new digital camera serviced to be certain that your shutter is working properly or that your lens isn’t dented or scratched, so be sure to take care of your eyes in the same way. See an optometrist be sure that the beautiful 576-megapixel cameras you were born with are in good working order. Contact us to set up an appointment...
by BreezeMaxWeb | May 10, 2016 | Optometrist Langley
Do you play sports or participate in other outdoor activities essentially blind? Many eyeglasses wearers trade their glasses for shades when spending time outdoors. For those who also wear contact lenses, this switch doesn’t affect the person’s vision, but those who don’t wear contact lenses will often opt to protect their eyes from the sun rather than be able to see clearly. Protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and be able to see at the same time with a pair of fashionable prescription sunglasses from Vision Care Centre Langley. Our optometrist’s office is an authorized retailer for many popular sunglasses brands. Maui Jim This popular company began selling sunglasses in 1980 in Lahaina, Hawaii, and they now offer more than 125 styles of sunglasses. All Maui Jim shades are 100 percent polarized and protect your eyes against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Enjoy all of the protection you deserve while experiencing the clear, brilliant colors of the great outdoors. Zeal Optics A brand born out of Boulder, CO, Zeal Optics crafts quality eyewear for the active community. Lovers of summer and winter sports alike will enjoy this brand’s fashionable prescription sunglasses. Their lenses use polarization, color enhancers, plant-based materials, and impact-resistant technology. Ray-Ban The Ray-Ban brand was created by Bausch & Lomb in 1937. Originally designed as anti-glare sunglasses for U.S. airmen, Ray Ban aviators and other Ray Ban sunglasses have become popular around the world. Ray-Ban eyewear is designed for optimal clarity, comfort, protection, and durability, and they also use polarized technology. Guess Today, Guess is a worldwide lifestyle brand, but before 1981, it was just the...
by BreezeMaxWeb | May 6, 2016 | Contact Lenses Langley
Do you fight with your glasses sliding down off of your nose during sports activities or while working? Do you find yourself stopping to clean your glasses every hour because that one smudge is simply going to drive you crazy? Do your tight-fitting glasses give you headaches after wearing them all day long? Well, it sounds like you could use an eyeglasses adjustment, but it also sounds like you could use a break from your eyeglasses. Have you ever considered giving contact lenses a try? Maybe common misconceptions, such as being unable to wear contact lenses with astigmatism, have stopped you. Stop believing common contact lens myths by visiting part one on this topic and reading on to learn some more common myths. Do you believe these contact lens myths? Contact lenses are too risky to wear every day. The contact lens horror stories are plentiful if you have the itch to look for them. Unfortunately, many of these fears people have about contact lenses are either false or no longer relevant with improved lens technology. For example, you cannot lose your contact lens behind your eye. A thin membrane prevents this from being possible. As another example, many people avoid trying contact lenses because they think they will cause eye infections, but proper lens care will prevent most eye problems. I can’t afford contact lenses. The amount your contacts will cost will depend on the type of lenses, the prescription requirements, and your insurance information, but lenses are by no means expensive. Speak with your optometrist to find out what your contact lens options are, or contact Vision...
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