We want to inform you of important changes to the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) that will take effect on February 1, 2025. The Government of Alberta has made adjustments to coverage guidelines, which means certain eye care services that were previously covered may no longer be included under the plan. As a result, […]
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Wedding Day Glasses When it comes to getting ready for The Big Day, finding the quintessential wedding dress is a women’s number one style decision, while for men it’s all about the right suit. But an often overlooked style essential to look amazing on your wedding day is your choice of glasses. With over
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Julie Dien-Fong is an optometrist at The Vision Gallery in North Edmonton. The solar eclipse is coming up this Monday August 21st and I want to help keep everyone’s eyes safe! Did you know? Did you know it is never safe to stare at the sun without proper protection? Permanent vision loss can happen from as
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Is this your first time purchasing glasses? Never fear, The Vision Gallery is here to help nervous or new buyers of corrective lenses with our handy 4-step guide to getting a new pair of glasses. Read on for more! Step 1: The Prescription Visit your preferred optometrist and have them complete an eye exam. They
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Add-ons such as coatings and treatments for corrective lenses may seem too dear a cost when your health care budget is on the line. While that’s understandable, you must consider the savings represented by ensuring the glasses wearer has clear vision for years to come. Curious about the benefits of anti-reflective lenses? Consult Vision Gallery’s
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Picking out glasses isn’t always easy- and it can be even more sensitive when it comes to finding a pair for a child. Keep reading for Vision Gallery’s top five tips to prioritize when selecting glasses for children young and old. #5: Fit is the most important factor when choosing your child’s glasses. Not only
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Glasses can be expensive, so it’s understandable why many people don’t want to purchase more than they need to! However, investing in an extra or second pair of glasses can have a lot of benefits! Read on to learn why you should consider having two pairs of glasses. Sunglasses Just because it’s sunny out doesn’t
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Wearing glasses or contacts can be a hassle at times, but you do it every day because it helps you see. But can your vision ever improve? There are claims out there about eye exercises and how they can help you do away with your glasses forever! Read on to learn the validity of these
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The choice between whether you choose to wear daily or monthly contact lenses ultimately comes down to personal preference. Each type lends itself to a slightly different lifestyle. Read on to learn the differences between daily disposable contacts and monthly disposable contacts, and some of the pros and cons that come with each type. Daily
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As we age, we naturally start to lose some of the visual abilities we had when we were younger. While aesthetically they may look the same, there are lots of changes going on inside your eyes. Read on to learn about the subtle, and not so subtle ways your eyes – and vision – change
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