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Wet vs. Dry Macular Degeneration: What’s the Difference?

cross section illustration of an eye showing macular with zoomed in illustrations of normal vs wet and dry degeneration.

Your central vision helps you see details like reading small print, recognizing faces, or driving safely. Macular degeneration affects this part of your sight, and it comes in two forms: wet and dry.  The primary difference is that dry macular degeneration involves a slow deterioration of cells, while wet macular degeneration is characterized by abrupt […]

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What Causes Dry Eyes with Contacts?

Diagram of an eye with labels showing structures such as the cornea, iris, lens, retina, and sclera, highlighting dry and irritated conjunctiva as a cause of dry eyes.

Wearing contact lenses can be an incredible convenience, offering clear vision without the hassle of glasses. However, this convenience comes at a price for many—dry eyes. Several things can cause dry eyes with contacts, including: You are not alone if you have experienced that burning, gritty, irritating sensation after wearing contacts. Dry eyes are one […]

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What Are Polarized Sunglasses?

Sunglasses wall at Downtown Vision Care in Calgary.

Polarized sunglasses are designed with a filter that blocks horizontal light waves, reducing glare from surfaces such as water, roads, and snow. These lenses provide sharper, more comfortable vision in bright, reflective environments. That means polarized sunglasses are often better for your eyes in environments with lots of sunlight and reflections, because they can reduce […]

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Is Your Contact Lens Discomfort Actually Dry Eye?

Dry Eye

When your contacts used to feel comfortable all day but now irritate your eyes by the afternoon, you might assume the lenses are the problem. However, the real culprit could be the front surface of your eye. Many people experience contact lens discomfort without realizing that dry eye is actually causing their symptoms. Contact lens […]

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January 6, 2026
Dr. Sherri Norris

Choosing Frames That Transition from Work to Weekend

Frames & Lenses

Your week moves from important meetings to relaxed weekends, and your eyewear should keep pace. Finding a single pair of glasses that suits both a professional setting and your personal time can feel like a challenge. Our team at Downtown Vision Care understands that you need a frame that projects confidence in the boardroom and […]

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January 6, 2026
Dr. Sherri Norris

5 Work Tips for Preventing Digital Eye Strain for Professionals

Eye Health

Many professionals spend most of their day in front of a computer, tablet, or phone. Over time, this constant near  visual focus can cause the eyes to feel tired, dry, or strained, a common experience known as digital eye strain. It can affect productivity, comfort, and even how well you concentrate by the end of […]

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November 30, 2025
Downtown Vision Care
Educational infographic showing dry eye syndrome symptoms in circular layout with magnifying glass focusing on eye, displaying eight common symptoms: blurred vision, eyelid swelling, foreign body sensation, dry cornea sensation, photophobia, redness, excessive tearing (lacrimation), and burning sensation.

When your contacts used to feel comfortable all day but now irritate your eyes by the afternoon, you might assume the lenses are the problem. However, the real culprit could be the front surface of your eye. Many people experience contact lens discomfort without realizing that dry eye is actually causing their symptoms. Contact lens […]

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A pulled out drawer at Downtown Vision Care displaying Tom Ford glasses.

Your week moves from important meetings to relaxed weekends, and your eyewear should keep pace. Finding a single pair of glasses that suits both a professional setting and your personal time can feel like a challenge. Our team at Downtown Vision Care understands that you need a frame that projects confidence in the boardroom and […]

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Illustration showing the different common computer vision syndrome symptoms.

Many professionals spend most of their day in front of a computer, tablet, or phone. Over time, this constant near  visual focus can cause the eyes to feel tired, dry, or strained, a common experience known as digital eye strain. It can affect productivity, comfort, and even how well you concentrate by the end of […]

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