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A female patient receiving an eye examination from a male optometrist.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

How Often Should You Get An Eye Exam?

Eye exams are essential for everyone, whether you’re a child, adult, or senior.  Many patients assume the eye doctor is only necessary if you need glasses, but your optometrist plays a vital role in your eye health and vision. Regular visits to your eye doctor can help your eyes work at their best.  How frequently should you visit your eye doctor?  Regular Eye Exams Are Essential for Your Eye Health & Vision Eye exams play a bigger role in protecting your eye hea...
A female child sitting in an optometrist's office looking into a machine that tests her vision.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

How Much is an Eye Exam in Edmonton?

Taking care of your health is important and eye exams play a big part in that. Comprehensive eye exams can help your optometrist detect and manage eye-related diseases or provide a diagnosis for prevalent vision problems, such as nearsightedness and presbyopia. Edmontonians can benefit from various options for eye care, but that comes with questions—and a big one is usually the cost.  The average cost for an eye exam in Edmonton is around $140, but it can vary depending on the clini...
A child with long black hair and a red T-shirt sitting at a table with a VR headset on, resting their chin in their hands.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

Is VR Bad for Children’s Eyes?

Virtual reality (VR) is one of the newer trends in technology, transporting you to a new world with a pair of goggles. VR is impressive, but you may worry about its effects on the eyes, especially for children.  While VR isn’t inherently bad for your child’s sight, be cautious with this technology with young children. VR can cause discomfort and may lead to digital eye strain, so it’s best to play it safe with your child’s vision and eye health.  What Is VR? Virtual re...
Young woman trying on glasses at the optical shop.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

What Are the Different Types of Glasses Lenses?

Maybe you’ve been wearing contact lenses for years, but now dry eyes are becoming a problem, and you have no idea what your prescription lens options are. Unfortunately, there isn’t a one-size answer for which lenses you should get in your glasses, but your optometrist or optician can help you make the best choice for your vision needs. They come in several materials, such as glass, polycarbonate, trivex, and plastic. You should also consider the coatings available—blue light blocking,...
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