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Early Detection Is Vital to Protecting Vision
Did you know that nearly 75% of vision loss is preventable? Extensive research shows that early detection and prevention are paramount for your ocular health.
Because many eye diseases have no early symptoms, they often go undetected in their initial stages until damage to vision has already occurred.
With annual exams, we can effectively monitor your ocular health and catch potential vision problems early. Taking careful notes of your vision history allows us to spot even the smallest changes in your eyes or vision—changes you may not even be aware of.
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Eye Wellness Exams Are Crucial for Your Ocular Health
Your eyes are important indicators of your overall health and wellness. Our comprehensive exams are designed to detect even the faintest signs of various vision-threatening eye diseases, like diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
Eye exams can also uncover health conditions seemingly unrelated to your eyes, like high blood pressure, diabetes, or even cancer.
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The Importance of Adult & Senior Eye Exams
Some health conditions can increase your risk of developing eye-related diseases and conditions. Those with diabetes, hypertension, thyroid problems, and other health conditions, should undergo annual eye exams to closely monitor their ocular health and prevent potential vision loss.
Even without high-risk conditions, you should still undergo regular eye exams at least every 2 years. These routine exams monitor your ocular health and provide you with updated eyeglass prescriptions to keep you seeing clearly.
As we age, it’s even more important to undergo annual eye exams. With age comes a higher risk of developing eye conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration that can cause vision loss and impact your quality of life.
You may not be completely aware of a problem with your eyes. By undergoing regular comprehensive eye exams and remaining aware of the following signs and symptoms of vision loss, you can protect your eyesight:
- Sensitivity to light
- Needing to squint to see clearly
- Dull colours
- Poor depth perception
- Troubles with reading or writing
- Difficulty with detailed work
- Seeing flashes of light
- Difficulty driving at night
- Uncontrolled eye movement
- Trouble seeing road or traffic signs
We have invested in optometric technology to provide you with a clear picture of your ocular health. We take the time to help you understand why we perform each test. Our team will also go over your results because we want you to be as invested in your vision as we are.
We’re so committed to your health that we became one of Alberta’s first optometry practices to use digital retinal photography and OCT Imaging as standard parts of our eye examination process.
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Start Your Eye Health Journey Today
If you notice any changes in your vision, book an eye exam right away. The earlier we catch and treat an eye condition, the more likely treatment will be successful.
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Find Us In Bonnyville & St. Paul
Bonnyville
Find us on the corner of Main & 52nd Street, across from Westline Autowash.
- 5201 50 Avenue
- Bonnyville, AB T9N 2G6
- Phone: 780-826-4437
- Fax: 780-826-4267
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
St. Paul
You can find us on 51st Avenue, next to the Fire Hall.
- 4916 51 Avenue
- St. Paul, AB T0A 3A0
- Phone: 780-645-3790
- Fax: 780-645-2830
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Our Blog
How Often Should My Child Have an Eye Exam?
Children’s Eye Care, Eye ExamsEye exams are an important part of maintaining good eye health, and this is especially true for children. As they grow and develop, their vision can change rapidly, making regular eye exams essential. However, several factors can influence how often your child should have an eye exam. These include their age, family history of eye […]
When Should My Child Have Their First Eye Exam?
Children’s Eye Care, Eye ExamsThe Alberta Optometric Association recommends that children have their first comprehensive eye exam between 6 and 9 months of age, the second between 2 and 5 years old, and then every year after that. However, if your child is exhibiting any symptoms of vision problems or has a family history of certain eye conditions, they may need to have their first eye exam earlier. […]
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Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurriness?
Dry EyeMany of us take our vision for granted until something goes wrong. Blurring vision can be troubling and confusing for millions suffering from it. Could dry eye be causing your vision to blur? Yes, dry eyes can cause blurred vision. What can you do about it? Lakeland Family Eyecare is here to help! We’ll explain […]
How Often Should My Child Have an Eye Exam?
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Eye exams are an important part of maintaining good eye health, and this is especially true for children. As they grow and develop, their vision can change rapidly, making regular eye exams essential. However, several factors can influence how often your child should have an eye exam. These include their age, family history of eye […]
When Should My Child Have Their First Eye Exam?
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The Alberta Optometric Association recommends that children have their first comprehensive eye exam between 6 and 9 months of age, the second between 2 and 5 years old, and then every year after that. However, if your child is exhibiting any symptoms of vision problems or has a family history of certain eye conditions, they may need to have their first eye exam earlier. […]
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Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurriness?
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Many of us take our vision for granted until something goes wrong. Blurring vision can be troubling and confusing for millions suffering from it. Could dry eye be causing your vision to blur? Yes, dry eyes can cause blurred vision. What can you do about it? Lakeland Family Eyecare is here to help! We’ll explain […]