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Aesthetics • January 22, 2026

How to Get Rid of Dark Under Eye Circles

Dark circles can make you appear more tired than you actually are, affecting how you feel about your appearance. The most effective way to remove dark circles is through targeted aesthetic treatments such as IPL, radiofrequency therapy, HIFU, and RF microneedling. These treatments can rejuvenate the delicate eye area with noninvasive, optometry-led care. While lifestyle…

Dry Eye Disease • January 22, 2026

Winter Eye Care: Protecting Your Vision During Cold Months

As the temperature drops, your eyes need extra attention. The crisp winter air, cozy indoor heating, and changes to your daily routine can affect your comfort and vision. Protecting your eyes allows you to enjoy the season feeling clear and comfortable, whether you’re indoors or out. Thoughtful care, from managing dryness to choosing the right…

Side-by-side comparison illustration showing healthy eye versus eye with Demodicosis displaying symptoms including eyelid redness and swelling, eyelash loss, itching and dryness, and yellowish discharge.

Blepharitis • December 12, 2025

What Is Demodex Blepharitis?

You've tried every eye drop, warm compress, and lid scrub you can find, but your eyelids still feel irritated, crusty, and uncomfortable every morning. That persistent burning sensation and gritty feeling might not be responding to treatment because tiny mites are living in your eyelash follicles. Demodex blepharitis is a form of eyelid inflammation caused…

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Myopia • December 12, 2025

Myopia Eyeglasses: How Do They Work?

Your child squints at the classroom board, struggles to see the movie screen, or moves closer to the TV to make out details. These everyday challenges point to myopia, also known as nearsightedness, a vision condition where children can see nearby objects like books and tablets clearly, but distant ones appear blurry. Myopia eyeglasses work…

Woman having a slit-lamp eye exam during a comprehensive eye assessment at the optometrist.

Eye Exams • November 3, 2025

What Is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

You might think an eye exam is just about reading letters on a chart, but there's so much more happening during your visit. A comprehensive eye exam goes far beyond checking if you need glasses, it's a complete health check for your eyes and can even detect serious conditions like diabetes or brain tumours before…

Three-step sequence showing a woman before dilation, receiving eye drops, and after dilation during an eye exam.

Eye Exams • November 3, 2025

Can I Drive After an Eye Exam?

Worried you won't be able to drive after your eye exam? The good news is that most modern eye exams don't require dilation at all, and even when they do, many people can still drive themselves home safely. Whether you'll need a ride depends on the type of exam, your eye health, and how your…

Close-up of a person receiving radiofrequency treatment around the eyes to help improve meibomian gland function and relieve dry eye symptoms.

Dry Eye Disease • September 9, 2025

Radiofrequency (RF) for Dry-Eye Relief: Everything to Know

Dry eyes can make every day feel like a struggle. You've tried eye drops, warm compresses, and maybe even changed your daily routine, but the burning and irritation keep coming back. Radiofrequency (RF) therapy offers a warm, spa-like treatment that melts meibomian gland blockages and tightens your eyelids, providing relief when traditional dry eye treatments…

Hand holding an IPL device used in dry eye treatment to target inflammation and meibomian gland dysfunction.

Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL) • September 9, 2025

Is IPL Dry Eye Treatment Right for You?

Your eyes feel dry, gritty, and tired by the end of each day. You've tried countless eye drops, but the relief never seems to last long enough. At See & Be Seen Eyecare, we understand how frustrating persistent dry eye symptoms can be when traditional treatments fall short. IPL dry eye treatment can help many…

A man undergoes an eye exam using a slit lamp while an optometrist observes his eye closely.

Eye Health • August 18, 2025

What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

Most people see their annual eye exam as just a vision check. But behind the simple letter chart is a significant preventive tool in modern healthcare. Routine eye exams can uncover serious health issues like diabetes, stroke risk, and even brain tumours, often before symptoms show up anywhere else. Your eyes offer a unique view…

A patient looks upward as a healthcare provider in gloves and a face mask administers eye drops during an eye exam.

Dry Eye Disease • August 18, 2025

Does Dry Eye Cause Blurry Vision?

Many people assume blurry vision means they need new glasses or contact lenses, but that’s not always the case. If your vision blurs and clears throughout the day, especially during screen time or in dry environments, the real issue may be with your tear film. Dry eye can cause blurry vision, especially when your tear…

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How to Get Rid of Dark Under Eye Circles

Winter Eye Care: Protecting Your Vision During Cold Months

What Is Demodex Blepharitis?

Myopia Eyeglasses: How Do They Work?

What Is a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

Can I Drive After an Eye Exam?

Radiofrequency (RF) for Dry-Eye Relief: Everything to Know

Is IPL Dry Eye Treatment Right for You?

What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

Does Dry Eye Cause Blurry Vision?

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