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Dr. Michael Chu O.D. (Honors) | Dr. Lauren Sim, O.D., BSc. (Honors)

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Protecting Your Eyes

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  • Nearly half of traumatic eye injuries relate to ball sports
  • 45% of these occur in children under the age of 14
  • 90% of these are preventable

Polycarbonate is a lens material that is widely used for shatter-and-impact resistant lenses, and when combined with sturdy frame materials, makes for formidable eye protection.

There are hazards of sunlight and bright light that are harder to understand; namely, ultraviolet rays (UV) and Glare (extreme brightness). Protecting your eyes from these distracting, even dangerous elements is equally important to eye protection.

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We are now re-open for routine care and accepting appointments!

COVID-19 UPDATE:

The safety of our patients, clients and eye care team is our number one priority. As we re-open for routine care, strict measures and new protocols have been implemented to ensure that your visit to our clinic occurs in the safest manner possible. During the COVID-19 pandemic, some things will look a little different than what you may be used to. Please take a moment to review the link below for more information on the changes you can expect to see at your appointment.

COVID-19 UPDATE