Diabetes is a disease that not only affects lifestyle but also affects vision. It is estimated that right now, over 3 million Canadians have diabetes. It is also important to note that diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the working population in North America. When people are first diagnosed with diabetes, vision problems […]
40 years ago, the word cataract instilled a lot more fear than it does now. This all changed because of advancements in surgical procedures; in 40 years, we have gone from traumatic eye surgeries with uncertain results to simple 20-minute inpatient surgeries with few complications. Today, cataract surgery is the most common inpatient surgery worldwide. […]
Dispelling Fears about Astigmatism Astigmatism (ah-stig-mah-tiz-uhm) is probably one of the most misunderstood eye conditions. Even the name itself is challenging and is often incorrectly called “stigmatism”. Some people think astigmatism is more serious than it actually is. Astigmatism is not a disease. Just like farsightedness and nearsightedness, astigmatism is a problem with how the […]
This is a very common inflammation of the eyelids. It is characterized by a greasy, oily appearance of the eyelids. There is also a recurrent dandruff-like inflammation on the edge of the eyelid. More symptoms may include dry irritated eyes, a burning sensation, itching of the eyelid margins and occasionally loss of eyelashes. The treatment […]
As great as the sun is, we need to be careful with the ultraviolet light it emits. Obviously, UV light can cause sunburns on your skin, but it can also damage your eyes and the skin around your eyes. The incidence of skin cancer in the eyes is growing. UV can also promote cataract growth. […]
Many of us spend so much time on computers now for work and certainly for play or hobbies. The lenses I am wearing are called Digitime from Essilor. They are great as the entire top part of the lens is good for the computer, so you get a large area to see through. To get […]
For optimum performance, wash your lenses with mild liquid soap and warm water. Hold your eyewear by the temples and rinse them thoroughly with hot tap water. Pat each lens dry with a soft (non-coated) tissue or a soft cotton cloth. Never dry your lenses with paper towels or harsh clothes. Never use cleaners that […]
ANISOMETROPIA (an-ee-so-meh-TRO-pee-ah) Some patients require a significantly different refractive correction between their right and left eyes. Minor differences in prescription are normal but extreme differences may cause discomfort, poor vision (amblyopia) and /or the inability to use your eyes as a team. The cause of anisometropia is typically natural, such as a childhood illness or […]
TEMPORARY ADJUSTMENT to your new visual prescription is EXPECTED. Vision is very complex. Each eye has been corrected individually to achieve optimal visual function, and your eyes have been balanced to maintain precise two-eye coordination. Your final visual prescription will provide you with EFFORTLESS visual ability and comfort. YOUR BRAIN MUST NOW DIGEST AND ACCEPT […]
At 20/20 Vision Care, we provide important information about contact lens maintenance and usage for our customers. We hope you find the following answers informative and suitable to your queries. Avoiding Contact Lens Problems Dr. Clark Hyde How To Avoid Contact Lens Related Eye Problems? Infections and eye problems that stem from contact lens wear […]
At 20/20 Vision Care, we provide comprehensive vision care services, including eye exams, contact lens exams, dry eye therapy, and a wide selection of frames and lenses.
Designed specifically to best manage eye-related health concerns and disease. We also handle urgent eye care matters like foreign bodies, infections, and trauma.
Your children undergo crucial visual development at a young age, and we want to be a part of this journey. We offer children’s eye exams and myopia management to help your children thrive.
We understand that not everyone can make it into our office, so we offer mobile services for those that are homebound, and service the senior homes in our area as well.
Find us just down from the Dairy Queen in the heart of downtown on 3rd Street, across from the CORE Association.
Holiday Weekend Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Located directly behind our 3rd Street Building, just down from the Fifth Avenue Memorial Church.
Holiday Weekend Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
