A well-fitting pair of glasses is about more than just how they look. We always want you to have an amazing pair of glasses for both fashion and functionality!

Unfortunately, age related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of severe, permanent vision loss over the age of 60. It is very important to educate yourself about this disease because it affects so many of us.

Everyone has heard of the harmful effects of UV exposure and likely the first thing that pops into mind when thinking about your kid is sunscreen! Yes sunscreen can be number one on your list BUT sunglasses should definitely be #2! Sunscreen will protect their skin, sunglasses will protect their eyes, throw in a sun hat for an added layer of protection and you’ll be good to go.

First let’s talk about the iris. This is the part of the eye that we are talking about when we say “my eyes are blue”. The front layer of the iris is called the stroma and this is what makes eye colour different for each person.

Eye colour has everything to do with the amount of melanin in the stroma of your iris. Brown eyes have lots of melanin and blue eyes have very little melanin.

The OCT takes a very detailed cross-section image of the eye as well as a retinal photo. Dr. Hines looks at these images side-by-side which allows her to pinpoint exactly where within the retina a problem may lie. This allows for a quick diagnosis of so many retinal diseases. She can also detect early signs of diabetes and high blood pressure using these images.

While you may go to your GP for dry eyes, we encourage you to see an optometrist first, as ocular health is their specialty and they can recommend specific products tailored to your dry eye needs. View Optometry does carry dry eye relief products and we would be happy to assist you with any questions that you may have regarding your eye health.

This year may look a little different in terms of trick or treat but it sure won’t stop us from dressing up in costumes. Unfortunately during Halloween for some of our patients it becomes the scariest day of the year due to eye infections from decorative coloured lenses. Keep reading for some tips on decorative lenses and what could happen if they are bought from a costume shop, online or anywhere that does not require a prescription.

Yes! We are mixing fashionable eye wear with a green purpose! Consumers everywhere are now paying more attention to where their products are coming from and we are proud to say that we are now carrying ECO by Modo Eye Wear. Keep reading to find out why the Eco line from Modo Eye Wear is so special and why we are happy to be a part of this project

Do you wear contact lenses? No worries! Our many contact lens patients can breathe a sigh of relief when it comes to their contact lenses and COVID-19.

According to the CDC, there is nothing to suggest that contact lens users are at higher risk for contracting or spreading COVID-19 than glasses wearers. We have a video at the bottom you can watch, some expert statements and we will give you strategies recommended to keep contact lens wearers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite the fact that it is a fairly common as we get older, patients are often intimidated by the fact that they are diagnosed with astigmatism . So let’s talk about the facts, the myths and solutions for astigmatism.

You’ve been to the optometrist and you’ve gotten the results: Your child needs glasses. This can be a big adjustment for them as they get used to wearing their glasses, remembering to put them on when needed and some children won’t want to wear their glasses at all! Here are some ways to make sure your child looks forward to putting on their glasses whether it’s every morning or simply for school.

Are you pregnant? Our congratulations! Many women who are pregnant or are looking to become pregnant have done their research on changes that will happen when they are expecting, there are the obvious nausea, appetite changes, and baby brain but one change that may not be commonly known is your vision

Does your child’s vision keep getting worse each year? Have you ever wondered if there’s anything you can do to help your child from having a very high prescription in the future? At View Optometry, we have started offering myopia management for kids who are at high risk of becoming nearsighted. We will look for different risk factors such as family history or trends in how the child vision has been changing over the years.

Every year, the styles coming out of Milan decide so much of our fashion for the upcoming months and the optical world is no different. So what can we expect for the year 2020?

Despite the fact that it is a fairly common as we get older, patients are often intimidated by the fact that they are diagnosed with astigmatism . So let’s talk about the facts, the myths and solutions for astigmatism.

You’re invited to our customer appreciation day!

When: October 23rd

Where: 129 3rd Street East, North Vancouver

What: Prizes, Food, & Discounts on Designer Frames

Does my child have a vision problem?

• Is my child squinting or frowning when trying to spot near or far objects? 

• Does my child rub his/her eyes or blink excessively?

• Is my child exhibiting poor eye tracking skills? 

• Does my child have trouble with coordination? Hand-eye or body-eye coordination during physical activities such as a game of catch or riding a bike can arise from difficulty seeing.

We have all had those eye exams where we go in dreading the air puff test. There is nothing to like about this part of an eye exam, I mean having to keep your eyes open while you have air blown into them should come with a prize of its own. Its purpose is to find out whether or not you have elevated eye pressure, although elevated eye pressure does not automatically mean you have glaucoma, it elevates your chances of leading to glaucoma. Let’s face it, like blood pressure, we would rather you keep your eye pressure at a lower level than a high one.

Whenever there is mention of prescription sunglasses, most people ask the question: Are prescription sunglasses worth it? If you are an outdoorsy person who likes to hike, bike, walk in the sunshine or if you simply like to drive around during sunny weather, then most definitely yes they are worth it. Prescription glasses are necessary to some and even require a special coating to protect their eyes from computer or phone screens. So why not invest in a good pair of sunglasses that you know will protect your eyes from the sun’s UV rays?

Ladies, have you ever seen someone with long thick eyelashes and wish they were yours? Or worse, seen a man with the best looking eyelashes but who doesn’t appreciate them? Well we are happy to say that we at View Optometry may be able to be of assistance when it comes to longer lashes. We carry a science based and FDA approved treatment called Latisse and in this blog we will tell you why this treatment will make all your lash wishes come true!