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Rockyview Health Centre, 1011 Glenmore Trail SW Building #1 Suite 423, Calgary, AB T2V 4R6, Canada
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Mission
We are passionate about your eyes, and about building long-lasting relationships. Our goal is to ensure your eyes remain healthy throughout your life. We are all about service, love, kindness and a belief in strong community. Through our holistic approach to caring for you and our dedication to learning, we pioneer carefully researched new treatments, technology, and products to help ensure eye health.

A complete eye exam is the best way to determine a patient’s contact lens prescription and preferable type of contact lens

Your overall eye health is also checked to ensure no health conditions interfere with successful contact lens wear.  Our optometrists will determine if you are a good candidate and then proceed with the consultation and fitting process.  

In determining what lenses would be best suited for you, we take into consideration your lifestyle and preferences.  For example, you might want to change your eye color with color contact lenses, or want to try such options such as daily disposables or overnight wear.  Daily disposable or frequent replacement lenses have lower rates of infection, improved comfort and a lesser degree of dryness.

Specialty Contact Lens Fittings

If you have high astigmatism, Keratoconus, corneal damage from injury / trauma, and glasses are unable to correct your vision, or if you would like to supplement the glasses you already wear, numerous contact lens options are available to provide significant vision improvement. 

Our optometrists fit the following lenses:

  • rigid gas permeable contact lenses (RGP) are made of an oxygen permeable rigid material and is smaller than the size of the corneal diameter.  The rigidity helps to mask corneal irregularity and provide clearer vision,
  • hybrid contact lenses are designed with a rigid gas permeable lens center and a soft lens skirt to help lens centration and provide added comfort when wearing the lens,
  • scleral lenses are a larger diameter rigid gas permeable lens which vault over the entire cornea without touching the corneal surface, Watch the positive impact scleral can make to your quality of life.
  • multifocal contact lenses  are a great alternative or complement to progressive eyewear.

cleaning your contact lenses

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cleaning Your Contact Lenses

  • Begin by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Make sure to dry your hands with a lint-free towel.
  • Remove one lens from your eye and place it in the palm of your hand.
  • Apply a few drops of contact lens solution to the bowl of the lens. Please see below for a comprehensive list of cleaning solutions that are compatible with your contact lenses.
Here is the list of contact lens solutions available at Eyedeology as per your lens type:

Scleral Lenses Approved Contact Lens Solutions:

  • Clear Care
  • Boston Simplus
  • Menicon Unique pH

RGP and Ortho-K Lenses Approved Contact Lens Solutions:

  • Clear Care
  • Boston Simplus
  • Boston Advance
  • Menicon Unique pH

Duette and Hybrid Lenses Approved Contact Lens Solutions:

  • Clear Care
  • Boston Simplus
  • Boston Advance
  • Menicon Unique pH
  • Gently rub the lens with your fingertip to remove any debris or buildup. Be careful not to press too hard or scratch the lens.
  • Rinse the lens with a fresh contact lens solution to remove any remaining debris or solution.
  • Repeat the same process for the other lens.
  • After cleaning both lenses, fill your contact lens case with fresh solution and place each lens in its respective compartment.
  • Close the contact lens case securely and store it in a clean, dry place.
  • Dispose of the solution in the contact lens case and rinse it with fresh solution before using it again.
  • Repeat this cleaning process every day to maintain the cleanliness and clarity of your lenses.
  • Remember to always follow the instructions of your eye care professional and the manufacturer’s recommendations for your specific lenses.
  • Call 587-353-5061 or Book an Appointment with us if you have any questions

Recommendations

Your contact lens fitting will involve follow-up visits for our doctor to confirm the lenses are fitting your eyes properly, and that your eyes are able to tolerate contact lens wear. If you wear contact lenses, your eyes should be examined at least once a year to make sure your lenses continue to fit well and that your eyes show no signs of damage from overwearing the lenses.

If you are interested in being fit with contact lenses or need to be trained in the use and care, give our office a call and book an appointment with our optometrists.

Contact lenses for Myopia Control

Our optometrists fit contact lenses to help prevent the progression of nearsightedness or myopia in children and young adults. 

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Contact Lens Recycling at our Calgary Eye Clinic

Do ever think about what happens to your used contact lenses and packaging? Every year over 290 million contacts end up in Canadian landfills and waterways. That’s a lot of waste and plastic that ends up in our environment!  In 2020, we are going more green and are now a Calgary contact lens recycling collection center as part of the Every contact counts program in partnership with Bausch & Lomb Canada and Terracycle.

So how can you help? It’s very simple, here’s how you can join the movement and participate in helping us recycle your contact lenses.

Step 1 : Collect your old contact lenses and blister pack with foil in a small plastic bag or drop by our office and pick one up. Don’t include any solution or cardboard packaging (the latter can be included in your regular home recycling).

Step 2 : When the bag gets full, drop it off at our clinic Eyedeology in the designated bin at the front of our clinic.

Step 3 : Repeat! And feel good about doing your part to help preserve and take care of our environment.

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Supporting Ocular Surface Healing and Comfort

The membrane contains natural growth factors and anti-inflammatory properties. When placed over the cornea, it acts as a protective layer that supports healing and may help reduce inflammation.

Potential Benefits

  • Supports Healing: Helps promote natural healing of the eye’s surface.
  • Reduces Inflammation: Its natural properties may help calm inflammation.
  • Improves Comfort: May help relieve discomfort related to dry eye.
  • Supports Recovery: Helps support the healing of the ocular surface.

Who May Benefit?

Amniotic Membrane Therapy may be suitable for people with moderate to severe dry eye, particularly when conventional treatments have not provided enough relief. An eye care professional can assess your eyes and determine if this treatment is appropriate.

How Does It Work?

The amniotic membrane is the innermost layer of the placenta and contains growth factors and anti-inflammatory properties. During treatment, a specially prepared membrane is placed over the eye’s surface to act as a biological covering and support healing.

What to Expect

Before treatment, your optometrist will examine your eyes and determine whether Amniotic Membrane Therapy is suitable for you.

  • Before Treatment: The eye is numbed with topical anesthetic drops, and the area is prepared.
  • Membrane Placement: The preserved and sterilized membrane is placed over the cornea.
  • After Placement: A special contact lens may be used to hold the membrane in place.
  • Post-Treatment Care: Antibiotic or anti-inflammatory eye drops may be prescribed when needed.
  • Follow-Up: Regular visits help monitor healing and the membrane’s absorption or integration.
Some patients may experience mild discomfort, a foreign body sensation, or temporary blurred vision after treatment. Improvement in symptoms may take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the individual.

Understanding Dry Eye and Your Treatment Options

Dry eye can develop for several reasons, and understanding the underlying cause is an important part of managing symptoms. Our team can assess your eyes and help develop a management plan based on your individual needs.

Common Symptoms of Dry Eye

Dry eye can affect both eyes and may cause different symptoms, including:

  • Stinging or Burning – A burning, stinging, or gritty feeling in the eyes.
  • Eye Redness – Red or irritated eyes.
  • Light Sensitivity – Increased sensitivity to light.
  • Excessive Watering – Eyes that water more than usual.
  • Blurred Vision or Eye Fatigue – Blurry vision or tired, strained eyes.
  • Foreign Body Sensation – A feeling that something is in your eye.

What Causes Dry Eye?

A healthy tear film has several components that work together to keep the surface of the eye comfortable and protected. Dry eye can occur when tear production decreases or when tears evaporate too quickly.

Several factors may contribute to dry eye, including:

  • Aging
  • Allergies
  • Hormonal changes
  • Eyelid problems
  • Gland dysfunction
  • Certain health conditions
  • Living in a dry climate
  • Extended screen time

One common factor is blockage of the Meibomian glands, which produce the lipid layer of the tear film. When these glands are not functioning properly, tear evaporation can increase and contribute to dry eye symptoms.

A Personalized Approach to Dry Eye Management

Managing dry eye involves more than simply using eye drops. Our team can help develop a personalized plan that may include targeted in-office treatments, nutritional guidance, and home care based on your needs. 

Home care may include:

  • Warm Compresses: Used as part of a regular eye-care routine.
  • Lid Hygiene: Keeping the eyelids and surrounding area clean.
  • Artificial Tears: May be recommended to help manage dryness and discomfort.

In-Office Treatment Options

For patients with more severe dry eye symptoms, targeted in-office treatments may be considered. Available options include:

  • Radiofrequency
  • Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL)
  • LipiFlow Therapy

These treatments may be used as part of dry eye management for symptoms such as burning, itching, redness, and irritation. The appropriate approach depends on the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms.

Managing Your Dry Eye Symptoms

Dry eye can have several contributing factors, so treatment is not the same for everyone. A thorough assessment can help identify factors affecting your tear film and determine which management options may be appropriate.

If you are experiencing persistent dryness, irritation, redness, light sensitivity, or other symptoms, speak with our eye care team about your dry eye management options.

Deep Cleansing for Healthier Eyelids and Lashes

ZEST (Zocular Eyelid System Treatment) is an in-office eyelid cleaning and debridement treatment developed by Zocular®. It is designed to clean the eyelids and lashes while helping address concerns associated with dry eye, blepharitis, and demodex.

The treatment uses a natural, okra-based gel to remove oil, debris, and residue from the eyelid margins and lashes. By improving eyelid hygiene, ZEST can help reduce the buildup that may contribute to irritation and inflammation around the eyes.

What Is ZEST?

ZEST works like a deep cleansing treatment for the eyelids and lashes. During the procedure, the okra-based gel is applied along the eyelid margins and lashes using a cotton swab. The gel is gently worked into a lather using circular motions before being rinsed away with saline solution.
The gel contains a refined extract of okra, an edible green seed pod. According to the provided product information, okra helps lift and clear oil, debris, and residue while being gentle around the eye area.

How Can ZEST Help?

Keeping the eyelids, eyelid margins, and lashes clean is an important part of eye hygiene. Buildup along the eyelid edges can contribute to symptoms such as itching, burning, gritty sensations, redness, and irritation.

ZEST is designed to address this buildup through thorough cleansing and debridement.

  • Removes Debris: Helps clear dirt, oil, and residue from the eyelid margins and lashes.
  • Supports Eyelid Hygiene: Provides a deeper cleansing treatment than routine eyelid cleaning.
    Addresses Demodex: The treatment is designed to help remove demodex mites and associated debris.
  • Helps Reduce Inflammation: Cleansing the eyelid area may help address buildup associated with irritation and inflammation.
  • Supports Dry Eye Care: ZEST may help relieve symptoms associated with dry eye and poor eyelid hygiene.

ZEST for Dry Eye, Blepharitis, and Demodex

Dry eye and blepharitis can be associated with inadequate eyelid hygiene. Debris along the eyelid margins can enter the tear film with blinking, potentially contributing to redness and irritation.

Demodex mites can also be present in the hair follicles around the eyelashes. According to the provided information, they may contribute to inflammation and dry eye symptoms by blocking the oil glands at the base of the eyelashes.

ZEST provides targeted cleansing of the eyelid margins and lashes to help remove this buildup and address demodex-related concerns.

A Simple In-Office Treatment

The ZEST procedure is performed in the office and involves applying the cleansing gel to the eyelid margins and lashes, working it into a lather, and then rinsing the area with saline solution. The treatment is designed to provide thorough eyelid and lash cleansing without requiring a lengthy procedure.

Is ZEST Right for You?

ZEST may be considered for patients experiencing symptoms associated with dry eye, blepharitis, demodex, or eyelid debris. An eye care professional can assess your symptoms and determine whether ZEST is appropriate for your eye care needs.
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