Routine eye exams are important, regardless of your age or physical health. During a comprehensive eye exam, the health of your eyes is our priority. The eye doctor will check your eyes for common eye diseases, assess how your eyes work together as a team and evaluate your eyes as an indicator of your overall health. We employ the latest technology for detecting early signs of disease and it’s important to get your eyes checked regularly.
**Ask about our enhanced eye exam which also includes a pupil dilation**
The eye doctor will also determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses and make specific lens design recommendations specific to your visual demands and lifestyle.
In most cases, a routine eye examination is not covered by Manitoba Health
Our eye doctor recommends a full eye exam every 2 years for healthy adults. Annual exams are recommended for those with diabetes, high blood pressure and other disorders, because many diseases can have an impact on vision and eye health.
Progressive lenses are more complex than standard single-vision lenses because they provide multiple areas of vision, typically distance, intermediate and near, within one lens without a visible line. The more advanced lens designs, higher index materials, and newer technologies typically come with a higher price tag.
Sometimes. We can assess your existing frames to determine whether they are suitable for your new lenses. We always recommend getting a new pair which also comes with a warranty. Factors such as the frame age, condition, size, shape and the new prescription all need to be considered.
Yes. Prescription sunglasses can be made in a variety of lens designs and materials. They can provide clear vision while protecting your eyes from the harmful UV rays outdoors.
It can take up to 4 weeks for your eyes and brain to adjust to a new prescription, especially if there has been a significant prescription change or you've switched to a different lens design, such as progressives. If your glasses continue to feel uncomfortable or your vision doesn't seem right, please contact us so we can assess the fit and prescription and rule out any ocular health causes for changes in vision.
Astigmatism is a common vision condition caused by an irregular shape of the eye's cornea or lens. Instead of light focusing evenly on one point on the retina, it may focus in multiple areas, causing blurry or distorted vision at both near and far distances. Astigmatism is very common and can usually be corrected with glasses or contact lenses.
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