Summertime is right around the corner here in the Okanagan! While we believe it’s important to protect your eyes all year round, sunny days pose a challenge for contact lens wearers. The sun hits your face, and your immediate reaction is to squint, right? Not if you’re wearing Acuvue’s Transition Contacts. These innovative new contact lenses could…
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It’s not uncommon for most of our patients to come home after a long day and unwind by reading an ebook, browsing social media on their smartphone or watching tv. However, more and more studies are showing that blue light eye damage is something to be concerned about. While blue light isn’t all bad, blue light…
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Dark circles under eyes can be a common, and annoying struggle for most people. Not getting enough sleep, frequent air travel, and spending long hours staring at computer screens can contribute to dark circles and bags under eyes. Keep reading for a few tips from your Optometrist Kelowna to understand what causes dark circles under…
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You may have heard of nearsightedness and farsightedness before, but, what are they? It can be easy to get these two terms mixed up. Near and farsightedness are some of the most common issues our patients at iSight Optometry encounter. If you’re having troubles seeing things close up, or far away, it may be time…
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We tend to take our eyes for granted. How often have you ever thought about the incredible number of nerves, muscles, and parts that work together to allow you to focus on fine print or a beautiful sunset? Your vision is priceless and routine eye exams mean you can have peace of mind knowing that…
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For many families, the start of September is like the start of a new year. Summer is ending, the air is getting crisper, and if you have kids, they’re headed back to school once again. If you’re like most parents, you want your kids to have every opportunity to succeed and do their best in…
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Have you ever turned down an invitation because you didn’t want to drive at night? Or maybe wished you had during a late drive home? As eyes age, the speed at which pupils dilate changes and slow down. This can make driving at night difficult. If you wear glasses, the glare from your eyewear can…
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If you work an office job, chances are you spend a lot of time staring at your computer screen. Computer screens, office lights and even the sun, project visible and invisible light rays that can have a range of effect on our eyes. However, one light ray that seems to be in the spotlight a…
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As your Kelowna optometrist, we're proud to give back to our community and beyond. iSight Optometry is committed to numerous sustainable eye care projects. While many in North America may take vision privileges for granted, millions of people around the globe are much less fortunate. Our dedicated team participated in the 2017 World Sight Day…
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