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Kids Eye Care •

What is Myopia Management?

For many children of school age, myopia, sometimes known as nearsightedness, is a fact of life. About 30% of Canadians have it, with projections suggesting as much as 50% of the world population will have it by 2050! Suffice it to say, if you have it, you’re in good company. But what if your child…
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Dry Eye •

What is Evaporative Dry Eye?

Experiencing dry eyes is never pleasant, and finding relief is usually the first thing on your mind. The first step to finding relief is visiting your optometrist for a comprehensive eye exam to get to the bottom of your dry eye symptoms.  But dry eye can come in different forms, like evaporative dry eye. Let’s…
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Eye Exams •

What is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

Simply put, a comprehensive eye exam evaluates the health and function of your eyes. During an eye exam, your optometrist will check all parts of your eyes to check overall health and identify any eye conditions if present.  Eye exams for adults, seniors, and children provide a proactive approach to eye health. Early detection of…
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Kids Eye Care •

When Should My Child Have Their First Eye Exam?

It's important to start your young children off right in every manner, including their eye health. But when should you begin having your child's eyes examined? Beginning early is best to ensure they are successful at home, at school, and during after-school fun. It's crucial to schedule eye tests for children early because some early…
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Vision Therapy •

How Does Vision Therapy Work?

Vision care is a consistent process. With the evolution of vision care research, your optometrist has more options than ever to help manage your vision. Vision therapy is a program built on evidence-based activities to help your visual system. Let’s look at how vision therapy works, including some exercises you can do and the vision…
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Diabetes, Eye Exams •

Can Diabetes Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

You've probably heard people talking about our eyes being windows to our souls, which is a nice thought but lacks evidence! On the other hand,  routine comprehensive eye exams regularly catch many different diseases and conditions. Diabetes is one of those diseases that isn't directly related to your eyes. However, not only can it affect…
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Dry Eye, Vision Problems •

What Causes Dry Eyes with Contacts?

Contact lenses can be a great alternative to wearing eyeglasses. They can be more convenient and hassle-free and they don’t fog up!  Have you tried wearing contact lenses and given up on them because they didn't quite work for you? Wearing contact lenses can cause dry eyes, although this can be treated and avoided by…
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Our Promise To You

Wow! What a whirlwind these last few months have been, we sincerely hope that you and your families are healthy and happy during this challenging time. On April 30th the Alberta government announced that essential health services, which includes Optometry clinics can return to offering routine care. This announcement means that we can now begin…

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Our team believes your eyes deserve more than just a quick once over. We want to help you understand your vision from the inside out.

Got a kiddo who’s squinting at the board or struggling to focus? We use axial length tracking to catch early signs of myopia. Vision therapy can help with amblyopia, strabismus, acquired brain injuries, vision-related learning difficulties, and more! And if dry eyes are driving you nuts, we’ve got relief options.

We’re here to help you see your best, feel your best, and love your eye care experience.

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We are located just off Main Street, in the Towerlane Shopping Centre. There is plenty of parking out front, and our team looks forward to welcoming you!

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  • 705 Main St S, Suite 150
  • Airdrie, AB T4B 3M2

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8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
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