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How our eyes change as we age
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

How Our Eyes Change as We Age

Aging is a natural part of life — with it comes changes that affect our eyes. While some vision changes are natural as we age, others can indicate a developing eye disease. Understanding what to expect can help you take better care of your eye health. Here’s a look at how our eyes change over time, and the steps you can take to maintain good vision throughout the years. 1. Presbyopia: The Need for Reading Glasses One of the most common changes people notice as they age is presbyopi...
Picture of a dilated pupil
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

When Do My Eyes Need To Be Dilated?

Our mission at River City Eye Care is to ensure your optimal vision and health. That’s why we employ various diagnostic tools and techniques throughout the examination process. Among these tools, eye dilation can play a pivotal role in comprehensive eye examinations. Understanding Eye Dilation During your eye exam, your optometrist may want to use dilating eye drops to enlarge your pupils. These drops allow your optometrist to conduct a more thorough examination of the eye’s internal s...
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 boy sitting with unfocused glasses, representing the concept of poor vision.
Posted on Author Dr. Michael Pedersen

Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Myopia, otherwise known as nearsightedness, is an eye-focusing disorder that makes it difficult for people to see far-away objects but has little difficulty with close-up things.  For example, someone with myopia might be able to read a book when sitting down easily but might struggle to read the whiteboard during a class.  Myopia is an issue that affects the shape of your eye, and it's not something that can be reversed.   In children, myopia is progressive and ther...
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