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

Protecting Your Eyes: The Importance of UV Protection in Sunglasses

Shield your eyes from harmful UV rays! Learn why sunglasses are crucial for eye health, how to choose the right...

2024-06-09

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If you have been told you have astigmatism and cannot wear contact lenses, you received outdated information.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

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