First child consultation

A short story to prepare your child for their first eye exam, and to understand the process.

Glaucoma in a nutshell

Understanding the concepts of glaucoma and intraocular pressures, the effects of glaucoma, and treatment options.

Flashes and floaters

Explanation of these "floaters" in vision, posterior vitreous detachment, and important warning symptoms to recognize.

Cycloplegia

Explanation of this eye drop test often performed on children to confirm eye correction.

Myopia in children

Prevention, detection, correction, evolution and monitoring during growth.​

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Dry eyes

Understanding the common symptoms and different treatment options for chronic dryness.

Hyperopia

Understanding hyperopia and its role in the symptoms of visual fatigue (asthenopia) and chronic headaches.

Amblyopia

The development of vision and the importance of ophthalmological screening.

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Chalazion

Explanation of chalazia and styes, as well as treatment protocols and warning signs.

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Myopic overcorrection

Understanding how overcorrection of myopia can cause the same symptoms as hyperopia.