Lethbridge Eye Doctors

At Lethbridge Eye Clinic, our accredited optometrists are able to fit all types of contact lenses including: Disposable Lenses Multifocal Lenses Extended Wear Lenses Rigid Gas Permeable (Hard) Lenses Whether you wear contact lenses on a daily basis or you want to try them for the first time, our contact lens specialists will fit you with the most comfortable lenses, suited to your particular lifestyle and needs. A contact lens fitting includes: Contact Lens Prescription: The prescription between your eyeglasses and your contact lenses will be different. We are able…

Lethbridge Eye Clinic provides prompt urgent care for patients experiencing ocular emergencies such as eye trauma or infections. Our qualified optometrists offer innovative and reliable emergency eye care services and are well trained in the medical management of eye emergencies. Our technologically advanced equipment allows our eye care specialists to treat many eye emergencies including: Eye injuries Eye burns Corneal abrasions Foreign objects in the eye Swollen eyes Conjunctivitis Sudden vision loss Dislodged contact lenses Discharge New or severe…

What is Dry Eye Syndrome? Dry eye is a common ocular condition, affecting an estimated 30% of Canadian adults. It occurs when your tear production is inadequate. This could be because you don’t produce enough tears or your tears are of poor quality. SYMPTOMS OF DRY EYE SYNDROME Itchy, sore or red eyes Sensitivity to light Eye fatigue Watery eyes Gritty feeling Sensation of having something in your eyes Difficulty wearing contact lenses Difficulty driving at night Stinging sensation   This…

Many Canadians are turning to laser eye surgery to correct their vision and eliminate their dependency on glasses or contact lenses. It is a commonly practiced, safe procedure to correct vision problems such as: Myopia (nearsightedness) Hyperopia (farsightedness) Astigmatism Benefits of Laser Eye Surgery Laser eye surgery is a relatively quick outpatient procedure with minimum complications. It can have a significant, positive impact on your quality of life and has many advantages, including: Immediate and safe results Relatively painless procedure Quick recovery…