As the seasons change, so do the conditions that can affect your dry eyes. From the warmth of your home to the chill of the outdoors, many people notice an increase in dry eye disease symptoms as the weather shifts. How Seasonal Changes Affect Your Eyes In the fall, temperatures drop, and we turn on...
Dr. Gurpreet Leekha Awarded BC Optometrist of the Year
Royal Oak Optometry’s Dr. Gurpreet Leekha won the BC Doctors of Optometry Optometrist of the Year award for his outstanding work in 2023. The announcement came at the 2024 BCDO Annual Conference & OPTOFAIR. What is BCDO? BC Doctors of Optometry, or BCDO, is a non-profit organization aiming to uphold patient care standards, advocate...
Join us in celebrating 45 years of serving our wonderful community!
Mark your calendars on June 24th as you are invited to celebrate Royal Oak Optometry’s 45th Birthday Celebration! Join us between 10am and 3pm to find your perfect pair of glasses while receiving great deals on all frames and lenses, amazing multi-pair promotions (Transitions and most sunglasses included), savings off of dry eye products, and much...
Dry Eye Relief with Rose Water
Rose water is a natural remedy that people have used for centuries to treat a variety of health issues, including dry eye symptoms. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, which can help to relieve the discomfort and irritation of dry eyes. Compresses are an age-old remedy for relieving many types of ailments...
Dry Eye Open House on November 26, 2022!
Come visit our Dry Eye Open House on Saturday, November 26, 2022! 🎉 Move over Dry January, Dry November is here! 👀 Our first Dry Eye Day was a big success, so we are doing it again! As promised, there will be excitement, fancy freebies and lots of great information on innovative Dry Eye treatments....
COVID-19 Updates
We ask that patients coughing or sneezing stay home and we will gladly reschedule their appointments. If patients are slightly symptomatic or vulnerable please wear a mask. Remember to wash your hands and drink lots of water to stay healthy in the coming weeks.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Flu Protection
Click here to read our current (as of September, 2023) Covid-19 policies. As you are likely aware, the COVID-19 Coronavirus strain is making its way around the world. At Royal Oak Optometry, we are taking steps to help prevent the spread of the virus to help protect our patients, staff, and the community. If you...
March is Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month
Did you know that… 🇨🇦700 Canadian workers per day sustain eye injuries on the job (Eye Safe BC) 🥽90% of eye injuries are preventable with the correct fitting eyewear (BC Doctors of Optometry) 👁️10 to 20 percent of workplace injuries will cause temporary or permanent vision loss in the affected employees (Oregon State University) ...
Spring Time Allergy Eye Tips
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies? For those who suffer from seasonal allergies, springtime blooms mean red, itchy, watery eyes, and blurred vision. We’ve gathered some tips to help you enjoy the best of the season 💐. 👒Wear Sunglasses and a Hat! Wearing polarized lenses and a hat when spending time outdoors can protect your...