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Eye Care • May 5, 2022

Are Eye Styes Contagious?

Eye Problems: Styes Eye problems are more than vision problems. The health of our eyes is affected by many things, from how well-rested we are to wearing eye makeup. Regular eye exams can help us protect our health and our sight. However, you can also visit an eye doctor for more than a routine checkup.…

When Is Eye Pain an Emergency?

If you are experiencing eye pain, we always recommend visiting us in person at Vivid Eye Care to discern whether the situation is cause for serious concern. Eye emergencies typically involve your eyes experiencing damage or distress which can result in a potential loss of vision without proper treatment. If you are experiencing what you…

Eye Care • January 13, 2022

When Should Your Child Have Their First Eye Exam?

The months while you’re expecting a baby and the time after your little one has joined the family are a whirlwind of emotions, new experiences, and visits with your medical team. It’s important not to neglect their eyes as a part of these welcome-to-the-world checkups. Children take in a vast amount of information about their…

Myopia Management • November 17, 2021

Can Myopia Be Corrected Permanently?

Myopia is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. With so many people experiencing blurry vision, there are several treatment options for this condition, such as glasses, contact lenses, and laser eye surgery. With so many treatments, is there a way to permanently cure myopia? Continue reading to learn more about myopia,…

Eye Care, Myopia Management • November 15, 2021

What Does Too Much Screen Time Do to Your Child’s Eyes?

We’re using digital screens more than ever before. But maintaining a healthy ocular system requires an understanding of how our eyes react to so much time with our devices. It’s likely your child is exposed to digital screens throughout their entire day at school and home. Understanding digital eye strain has become a part of…

Man in front of a blue background putting in eye drops to try and relieve his dry eye

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • October 20, 2021

Do Eye Drops Relieve Dry Eye?

According to a recent survey, 90% of Albertans experience symptoms associated with dry eye. The burning, irritating sensation caused by dry eye can interfere with your workday and your after-work life. Many dry eye sufferers seek out eye drops as an easy way to relieve their symptoms. But, do eye drops really relieve dry eye?…

A younger girl holding vegetables around her eyes to symbolize great eye health

Eye Care • October 13, 2021

10 Tips to Keep Your Child’s Eyes Healthy

One of the most significant roles for a parent is keeping their child safe from harm, and helping them grow and develop healthily. But how much do you know about protecting your little one’s eyes? Children’s visual health is an important piece of their development, especially when they hit their school years. Roughly 80% of…

Woman standing outside in a park rubbing her eyes due to dry eye from allergies

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • July 26, 2021

Dry Eye from Allergies: Causes, Treatment, & More

When you have dry eyes, how do you know what is causing them? The symptoms of dry eyes are similar to allergic conjunctivitis, a form of eye inflammation caused by allergies. These conditions have similar symptoms, but they have different causes and require different treatments. If you have allergies and experience dry eyes, what is…

Baby watching infant vision development contrast cards on a playmat

Eye Care • July 13, 2021

How Your Baby’s Vision Develops [Infants 0-12 Months]

Your baby is constantly growing and changing. From taking their first steps to learning their first words, your baby is rapidly developing, and their visual system is no different. Your child’s visual development is important for their eye health and plays a large role in their mental and physical development. A healthy visual system allows…

Contact Lenses, Myopia Management • June 22, 2021

How Do Misight Contact Lenses Work?

Misight contact lenses are used to slow myopic progression in children and adults. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is becoming more common, and often presents in childhood and adolescence. But don’t worry, there are numerous treatment options available, and the condition can easily be treated through the use of Misight contact lenses. At Vivid Eye Care we…

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