Happy Earth Day!  When talking about living sustainably, we typically picture out using reusable bags or metal straws. But if you’re one of the 45 million Americans who wake up and pop in a pair of contact lenses, you might be shocked when you realize that eye care has a footprint too. Plastic blisters, the […]

Most people book an eye exam only when something feels “off,” like blurry vision, headaches, or trouble reading signs. The problem is that many eye conditions can start quietly, with no obvious symptoms, so waiting can mean missing the easiest window to catch changes early. That is why World Optometry Day on March 23 is […]

The beginning of a new year has a way of putting daily habits under a spotlight. Things you’ve been brushing off suddenly feel harder to ignore. For contact lens wearers, this awareness often manifests as subtle discomfort. Lenses that feel dry sooner than expected. Eyes that look tired by midafternoon. A sense that something feels […]

The holiday season is here and it’s a wonderful moment to embrace festive cheer and express your creative style. Talk about sparkling outfits and glittering makeup—there’s no better time to experiment with a new look!  One accessory that can completely transform your appearance is a good set of colored contact lenses. Whether you want to […]

2024 has become even more revolutionary as researchers at the University of Waterloo have successfully created 3D-printed contact lenses that deliver medications directly to the eye. The research was published in the journal ACS Applied Bio Materials later this year in November 2024. How Does The 3D-Printed Contact Lens Work? The researchers developed a special […]