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How to Prepare for Your LASIK Eye Surgery

Prepare for LASIK surgery

Preparing for your LASIK eye surgery appointment in Edmonton can be exciting and stressful at the same time. You probably feel excited about the idea of improved vision but may be nervous about the procedure. You can rest assured knowing that you will be under the best care with Dr. Joseph Leong-Sit of Eye Q.
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How to Treat Dry Eyes Before and After LASIK Surgery

Dry eyes are common after LASIK surgery

Dry eyes can make the LASIK recovery period uncomfortable. Unfortunately, dry eye is a common aftereffect of the LASIK procedure. Here, the eye experts at Eye Q Premium Laser look at the available options you have to treat dry eyes before and after LASIK surgery. Before Your LASIK Surgery It’s important not to take steps.
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Diet Tips to Decrease Your Risk of Cataracts

A balanced, healthy diet may reduce your risk of cataracts

While it remains unclear if cataracts are 100 percent preventable, more and more research shows that there are ways to reduce your risk of developing them. One of the easiest ways to do so is to maintain a healthy, balanced diet. The experts at Eye Q Premium Laser offer the following dietary tips for clearer, cataract-free.
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Choosing Sunglasses: Factors to Consider

Sunglasses help reduce eye damage

Before hitting the beach or anywhere outdoors this summer, it’s important that you remember to take the necessary steps to protect yourself from the sun. This means lathering on sunscreen and putting on sunglasses. But just like sunscreen, not all sunglasses are created equal. While sunglasses are meant to help you see better outdoors, some.
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Is Macular Degeneration Hereditary?

Genes may be linked to macular degeneration

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness among Americans age 65 and older. While macular degeneration is associated with aging, studies show that the disease also may be hereditary. If you are concerned about your chances of developing macular degeneration, the experts at Eye Q Premium Laser want to share the.
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Eating for Good Eye Health

A diet rich in the right nutrients can protect two of our most prized, and fragile, possessions: our eyes. The following list of eye-healthy foods can strengthen your eye function and even help you fight the development of certain eye diseases. Greens and Veggies Leafy greens like spinach, kale and collard greens are an excellent source.
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The Link Between Diabetes and Eye Conditions

Diabetes has long been linked to eye conditions, which are often caused by the high levels of sugar in the blood. The following are the most common eye conditions associated with diabetes, and the ways in which the presence of diabetes in a person’s body contributes to these problems. Not everyone with diabetes will develop.
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Eyewear for All Seasons

Protect your eyes in every season

Seasons change, but your need for eye protection remains the same. At Eye Q Premium Laser, we know the importance of protecting the eyes from the elements, and during seasonal sports and other activities. Here is some information on the different types of eye protection used throughout the year. Spring and Summer In the spring.
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After Cataract Surgery: 4 Must-See Places in Alberta

Beautiful Alberta through clear eyes

Alberta’s natural splendor can only be fully appreciated with clear eyesight. So if you recently had cataract surgery at our facility in Edmonton or are planning on having it soon, now is the time to plan a trip to see Alberta with your newfound vision. The doctors at Eye Q Premium Laser have helped narrow it down.
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Can LASIK Surgery Improve My Night Vision?

Custom LASIK surgery helps night vision

People who experience night vision problems, including the more extreme nyctalopia (or night blindness), have a hard time seeing in settings with dim light, and often see halos around lights at night. Driving at night and navigating a dimly lit room are more challenging for people who have this vision impairment. What are the causes.
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