Sunglasses Home Wondering which sunglasses are right for you?  What’s the latest in the technology? Do those Walmart cheapies work just as well as the higher end brands? Well let us help you! First of all, Why Wear Sunglasses At All? There are numerous benefits to wearing sunglasses, even on…

Eye Drops Home Did you know your optometrist is also a provider of medical eyecare? Certain conditions require short term or even long term medicated drops. So when it comes to eye care, sometimes we need occasional or even daily eye drops.  But what Type of eye drops will your…

Contact Lenses Home Contact lenses can be a great addition to your lifestyle! Whether they’re for playing sports, changing up your look, or just for a break from glasses, the team at Garibaldi Eye Care is here to help! Unsure if you want to go with contact lenses? Here are…

Eye Glasses Home Did you know you should visit the eye doctor once per year for an annual exam?   Although the most common reason for visits is for prescription eye glasses, an annual exam is beneficial to detect any early signs of eye disease Many extended health plans cover this…

IPL Therapy For Dry Eyes Home If you suffer from dry eyes, you know how uncomfortable and frustrating this condition can be. Dry eye can become a chronic condition, and the traditional blepharitis treatment of hot compress and lubricating eye drops may not be sufficient. Fortunately, treatment is available to…

Adult Eye Exams Home There are a lot of people who take their vision for granted. If you live in Squamish, you need to do everything you can to protect your eyesight. You probably go to the medical doctor once per year for an annual physical. You probably go to…

Children’s Eye Exams Home If you live in the local Squamish area, then you understand the importance of making sure your child has access to comprehensive healthcare. Just as you take your child to the medical doctor for an annual physical, you need to make sure your child sees a…

Dry Eye Therapy Home Does it feel like you have sand in your eyes that you just can’t get rid of? Do you find yourself constantly rubbing your eyes in an effort to ease the discomfort? Or maybe your eyes feel like their burning all the time? (Think Allergy Season)…

Glaucoma And Disease Management Home Glaucoma Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease causing damage to the optic nerve and resulting in permanent vision loss. Although there are many types of glaucoma, the most common is primary open angle glaucoma (POAG). In POAG, the cause of this optic nerve damage is…

Myopia Home If you or someone you know may need glasses, you are not alone. There are numerous causes of blurry vision; however, the most common is nearsightedness, also known as myopia. What is myopia? Are there ways to prevent nearsightedness from worsening? Learn more about this common ocular condition…