The frequency of eye exams depends on your age, overall health, and specific risk factors. […]
How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?
What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
Eye exams aren’t only for determining whether you need glasses—they’re also an important way to detect signs of eye disease. A comprehensive eye exam can also help you spot health problems that affect other areas of the body, including some that are potentially serious. Comprehensive eye exams can detect a wide variety of eye diseases, […]
Are Eye Exams Free in Alberta?
Many of our patients wonder about the cost of getting an eye exam in Alberta and where coverage comes into play. Government Funded Programs The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) includes coverage for annual eye exams for eligible groups. You must be registered with AHCIP and have a personal health card to be able […]
How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?
Eye exams are a critical piece of your healthcare regimen. Your optometrist can be a valuable member of your healthcare team who can help detect eye diseases and other health conditions, like high blood pressure and diabetes. As life gets busy, it’s normal to start cutting nonessentials out of your schedule, but your eye exam […]
