Sunglasses are an underrated piece of eyewear, but they’re critical to maintaining good eye health. The right pair of sunglasses isn’t just stylish; they can protect your eyes from potential sun damage. If you’re ready to purchase a new pair of sunglasses, you may have wondered if sunglasses can be covered by your insurance. While […]
A classic debate for those with eye problems is trying to make the contact lenses vs glasses decision. Those who wear any type of corrective lenses understand the options in front of them. Respectively, the two choices are two very different types of treatment. Contact lenses are tiny curved lenses that are placed directly on […]
Earlier, athletes rarely wore eyewear to protect their eyes while playing sports and injuries such as scratched eyes were common. Today, sports eyewear is used by almost anyone who picks up a bat, ball or hockey stick. It enhances the performance of the player by letting him or her see better and also reduces the […]
Sunglasses are more than a fashion accessory. If you choose the right pair, they’ll also provide you with essential protection against exposure to UV rays. If you’re in the market for a new pair of sunglasses, here are six things to consider. Get prescription sunglasses in Calgary Wearing prescription sunglasses makes spending time in the […]
Whether you should opt for eyeglasses or contact lenses for vision correction depends on your personal preference. However, factors such as lifestyle, comfort, convenience, budget and aesthetics have to be considered while taking a decision. Both options have several advantages and disadvantages in terms of ease of use, vision and eye health. Eyeglasses do not require much maintenance and […]
Many people consider eye exams to be reserved for adults and kids who are old enough to know how to read. However, this simply isn’t true. In fact, it’s important that your children regularly visit an optometrist in the years leading up to starting school. Since 80% of learning before the age of 12 is […]
Are you finding it difficult to read text messages? Do you have a headache after working on your computer? Does your eye hurt after reading a book or a magazine? If your answer is “yes”, you might be suffering from visual impairment. It’s time for you to meet our team at Focus West Optometry for an eye examination and for a new pair […]
We at Focus West Optometry take pride in bringing our clients the latest in contact lenses and prescription glasses. The next time you’re visiting your optometrist for eye exams or any other eye care in the Calgary area, be sure to ask about the advantages of digital lenses. They may just improve your vision more than your current pair of glasses […]
Your eyesight is valuable to you but often we take it for granted. If you have been lucky enough not to have serious eye problems, haven’t had any changes in your eyesight in several years, or haven’t seen your optometrist in a while it’s understandable that you might get a little complacent about it. Ensuring that your […]
When was the last time you saw your optometrist? According to the Canadian Association of Optometry (CAO), it’s important to get your eyes checked regularly. Provided you have no risk factors, this is how often the CAO says you should have an eye exam: Signs you need an eye exam soon There’s always a chance that […]
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