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Edmonton skyline during a period of heavy wildfire smoke.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

Why Does Wildfire Smoke Burn Your Eyes?

When wildfires occur and the air carries that unmistakable scent of burning, many people experience problems with their eyes and vision. The smoke can remain in the air for quite some time afterward, which may leave a lingering burning sensation in your eyes. Vision problems and eye irritation can arise when the particles, chemicals, and irritants from smoke come into contact with the sensitive surface of your eyes.Smoke can cause inflammation, feelings of dryness, and other eye conditions. I...
A young woman putting in a contact lens for her left eye.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

Are Contact Lens Prescriptions the Same as Glasses?

When it comes to correcting your vision, there are 2 common solutions: eyeglasses and contact lenses. But in order to see clearly with contacts or glasses, you need an accurate, up-to-date prescription from your optometrist.  Because they’re both designed to correct vision conditions like myopia, you might assume that a contact lens prescription is the same as your eyeglass prescription. However, this is not the case and they cannot be used interchangeably. Contact Lenses & How They...
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...
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