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Are Contact Lens Prescriptions & Glasses Prescriptions the Same?

A person holding a contact lens case & glasses weighs the differences between them.

Navigating a prescription can feel like reading a secret code. But whether you’re squinting at tiny text on a screen or admiring the vibrant colours of a sunset, we all treasure clear vision—so an accurate prescription is a must!
Contact lens prescriptions and glasses prescriptions are not the same. So whether you’re sticking with the cozy familiarity of your favourite pair of glasses or making the jump to the comfort offered by contact lenses, your optometrist can help you see the world clearly.
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Should I Get Prescription Sunglasses?

Various prescription sunglasses laid out on a shelf at an optometrist office.

As sunny seasons approach, you might be asking yourself, “do I need prescription sunglasses?” If you normally require prescription eyewear, the answer is yes. We’re going to explore why this is important and how prescription sunglasses can help you achieve a better lifestyle. The first step in finding sunglasses that help you see better and […]

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How Long Does it Take to Adjust to New Eyeglasses?

Frames & Lenses

Your eyes and brain need time to adapt to your new lenses, and this adjustment period varies from person to person. Some lucky folks feel comfortable within a day or two, while others might need up to two weeks to fully settle in. […]

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August 6, 2025
Westmount Optometrists

What Are Photochromic Sunglasses?

Eyewear, Frames & Lenses, Sunglasses

Often better known as “transition lenses”, photochromic lenses are not your typical sunglasses. These lenses automatically adjust their lens tint based on UV light exposure, remaining clear indoors and becoming darker when exposed to sunlight, even on cloudy days.
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July 23, 2025
Westmount Optometrists

What Are Myopia Glasses?

Children’s Eye Exam

These eyeglasses use specially designed lenses that cause light to focus on the eye in a way that slows myopia progression in children.
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July 7, 2025
Westmount Optometrists
A young adult wearing a new pair of eyeglasses smiles over a cup of warm coffee in the morning.

Your eyes and brain need time to adapt to your new lenses, and this adjustment period varies from person to person. Some lucky folks feel comfortable within a day or two, while others might need up to two weeks to fully settle in. […]

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A hand holding photochromic sunglasses against a bright blue sky.

Often better known as “transition lenses”, photochromic lenses are not your typical sunglasses. These lenses automatically adjust their lens tint based on UV light exposure, remaining clear indoors and becoming darker when exposed to sunlight, even on cloudy days.
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Child having an eye exam with an optometrist

These eyeglasses use specially designed lenses that cause light to focus on the eye in a way that slows myopia progression in children.
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