Eye Effects in Calgary & Didsbury

Adult & Senior Eye Exams in Calgary & Didsbury

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Make Your Eyesight a Priority

One of the most crucial parts of preventative health care is a comprehensive eye exam. Undergoing regular, thorough eye exams, even if you’ve never had an issue with your ocular health, is vital to keeping your vision clear and your eyes healthy.

We address many aspects during our comprehensive eye exams, from updating your eyeglass prescription to testing for serious eye conditions like glaucoma or cataracts. We’ll also assess your overall health and can even pinpoint early signs of disease, like diabetes and high blood pressure.

Many eye diseases don’t have any noticeable symptoms in the early stages, making it incredibly difficult to seek much-needed treatment without a professional opinion. We use advanced diagnostic technologies designed to detect early signs of disease to protect your vision.

If you’d like to book an appointment, please give us a call or use our convenient online form!

When Should I Have My Eyes Examined?

The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends a specific examination frequency for adults:

  • Those aged 20 to 39 should have their eyes examined every 2 to 3 years.
  • Those aged 40 to 64 should have their eyes examined every 2 years.
  • Those over 65 should have their eyes examined annually.

At Eye Effects, we love getting to know you and making sure your eyes and vision are appropriately cared for. So we recommend visiting us at least once a year for a proper examination so we can monitor your overall health and recommend treatment if necessary.

If you’re considered “at-risk” or have a preexisting condition, you may need to come in for an appointment more often. We will discuss this and any questions you have during your appointment!

We use a multifaceted approach to eye care to ensure all aspects of your health and vision are cared for. Your exam may take anywhere between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on your current health. If we need to do any additional testing, we’ll let you know ahead of time so you can prepare. If you have any questions about our eye exam process, please give us a call!

The first thing we’ll do is a quick discussion about your health history. We’ll ask about your current ocular and physical health, the medications you take, your family’s medical history, and your current prescription if you wear corrective lenses. 

We’ll also test your:

If you are over 60, you’re at a higher risk of developing glaucoma, so we may also test your intraocular pressure using a diagnostic test called tonometry.

Book Your Appointment Today!

We would love to help you on your journey to long-lasting ocular health and vision. If you’re due for an eye exam or have any questions about your health, please give us a call, and one of our friendly staff members will help you out.

You can use our convenient online form or call us to request your appointment today!

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Where to find us

Eye Effects

Find us in the Strathcona Square Shopping Centre, just past Sobeys and next to RBC Royal Bank.

Please note Eye Effects is closed on all all Statutory Holidays.

Contact Information

Our Address

#108-555 Strathcona Boulevard SW
Calgary, AB T3H 2S8

Office Hours

Monday
9 AM5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM7 PM
Wednesday
9 AM5 PM
Thursday
9 AM7 PM
Friday
9 AM3 PM
Saturday
9 AM3 PM
Sunday
Closed

Forsight Vision Centre

Find our Didsbury office in Didsbury Plaza behind Red Apple and West Trail Auto Service

Contact Information

Our Address

2032 17th Avenue
Didsbury, AB T0M 0W0

Office Hours

Monday
9 AM5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM5 PM
Wednesday
9 AM5 PM
Thursday
9 AM3 PM
Friday
9 AM5 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Find us in the Strathcona Square Shopping Centre, just past Sobeys and next to RBC Royal Bank.

Please note Eye Effects is closed on all all Statutory Holidays.

Contact Information

Our Address

#108-555 Strathcona Boulevard SW
Calgary, AB T3H 2S8

Office Hours

Monday
9 AM5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM7 PM
Wednesday
9 AM5 PM
Thursday
9 AM7 PM
Friday
9 AM3 PM
Saturday
9 AM3 PM
Sunday
Closed

Find our Didsbury office in Didsbury Plaza behind Red Apple and West Trail Auto Service

Contact Information

Our Address

2032 17th Avenue
Didsbury, AB T0M 0W0

Office Hours

Monday
9 AM5 PM
Tuesday
9 AM5 PM
Wednesday
9 AM5 PM
Thursday
9 AM3 PM
Friday
9 AM5 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

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