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Dry Eye Disease, Eyewear & Contacts • June 8, 2022

Are Daily Contact Lenses Better for Dry Eye?

Dry eyes can make wearing contact lenses difficult, causing discomfort and irritation. While contacts may feel uncomfortable with dry eyes, different lenses may feel better. If you wear contact lenses and have dry eyes, is there a better option available, such as daily disposable lenses? Continue reading to learn more about dry eye disease and…

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Blepharitis, Dry Eye Disease • May 25, 2022

Can You Get Blepharitis from Eyelash Extensions

Your eyes are one of your most defining physical features, and you can enhance their look in several ways with the help of products like makeup and eyelash extensions. However, it's important to understand how these products could affect your eye comfort and increase the risk of developing conditions like blepharitis. Today, we'll look at…

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Dry Eye Disease, Eye Health, Insurance Information • May 25, 2022

Is LipiFlow Covered by Insurance?

You might wonder what your insurance plan may cover when it comes to your eye care needs. If you struggle with chronic eye conditions like dry eye, knowing what your insurance plan covers can make a world of difference between sticking with that plan or choosing a different provider. One of the most common eye…

Healthy eye on the left compared with dry eye syndrome on right

Dry Eye Disease • April 12, 2022

What Is Chronic Dry Eye?

At See & Be Seen Eyecare, we're all about helping our patients achieve the clearest, most comfortable vision possible. However, one of the largest obstacles in our way is the well-known condition dry eye. Researchers suggest about 6 million Canadians struggle with the issue, but it's important to understand that not all dry eye cases…

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Dry Eye Disease, Omega-3 • March 27, 2022

Does Omega 3 Help with Dry Eye?

If you’ve ever experienced dry eye symptoms, you know just how irritating they can be. Dry eye disease can leave your eyes feeling uncomfortable, scratchy, and can even affect your eyesight. If your dry eyes have started to impact your life, you may be looking for a treatment to help relieve your symptoms. Research has…

Women putting in scleral contact lenses in eye doctor clinic

Dry Eye Disease • March 27, 2022

How Do Scleral Contacts Help With Dry Eye?

If you suffer from dry eyes disease, you may have heard that contact lenses aren’t the best option for you. That’s where scleral contact lenses come in. And when it comes to contact lenses, you’ll want to consult with your optometrist to find out if scleral lenses are suitable for you. Dry eye disease is…

Paper with "scleral contact lenses" written on it with case, contact lens insertion and removal kit on top

Dry Eye Disease, Eyewear & Contacts • January 22, 2022

What Is a Scleral Contact Lens?

Contact lenses may be small, but they can make a big impact on your vision. With advancements in contact lens technology, specialized lenses like scleral contact lenses may be the answer if you’ve previously found conventional contacts uncomfortable or the wrong fit for your eye. A detailed contact lens exam and fitting is a great…

Close up of women opening her eyes with finger as she experiences dry eye

Dry Eye Disease • January 6, 2022

What Is the Main Cause of Dry Eyes?

Are your eyes dry, itchy, or flaky? These symptoms could be a sign that you are experiencing dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is common in Canada, affecting roughly 21% of the Ontarian population alone. This eye condition not only causes uncomfortable symptoms but can affect your ability to carry out everyday tasks. Luckily, dry…

Close up of women having dry eyes on left compared with healthy eyes on the right

Dry Eye Disease, Eye Care Treatments & Medications • December 8, 2021

The Latest in Dry Eye Treatments

Dry Eye Treatments That Work Many people experience dry eye symptoms throughout their lives. These symptoms may show up from time to time, or they may be chronic and affect eyes daily. Either way, red, burning eyes are never a welcome feeling. Treating dry eyes can prevent larger issues, which is why we’ve compiled this…

Close up of eye on left with dry eye and on right with clear healthy eyes

Dry Eye Disease • October 26, 2021

How Effective Is Lipiflow Treatment?

Dry eye disease is a common eye condition that can leave your eyes feeling dry, irritated, and sensitive. Unfortunately, roughly 22% of Ontarians have reported experiencing dry eye symptoms at some point in their lives. If you’re one of the many Ontarians that have felt the effects of dry eye disease, you’ve probably looked into…

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Are Daily Contact Lenses Better for Dry Eye?

Can You Get Blepharitis from Eyelash Extensions

Is LipiFlow Covered by Insurance?

What Is Chronic Dry Eye?

Does Omega 3 Help with Dry Eye?

How Do Scleral Contacts Help With Dry Eye?

What Is a Scleral Contact Lens?

What Is the Main Cause of Dry Eyes?

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How Effective Is Lipiflow Treatment?

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