Comprehensive Eye Exams for Cowichan Families
There is so much that your eyes do for you every day. Whether it’s checking your e-mails, getting dressed, driving your morning commute, or taking care of family, we rely on our vision for so much of our daily lives.
But as we age, our eyes can become more susceptible to a variety of health issues. Many eye issues and diseases rarely exhibit symptoms in their early stages, so you may not even know something is wrong until permanent vision loss has already occurred.
Annual eye exams play a critical role in monitoring your eye health and addressing issues as they arise. Take preventative steps to protect the future of your vision and book your next appointment today.
How Often Should You Schedule an Eye Exam?
Eye exams are an essential part of maintaining your overall health and clear vision. Your eyes can indicate signs of potential eye disease and over 270 systemic health conditions. Our eye doctors provide comprehensive care for early detection and intervention.
The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends visiting your optometrist based on age:
- Adults 20–39: every 2–3 years
- Adults 40–64: every 2 years
- Adults 65+: annually
We may recommend more frequent eye exams, depending on your unique eyes and your risk of developing an eye disease.
Our Technology & In-Depth Approach
At Cowichan Eyecare, we’ve built our foundation on providing quality patient care. Your appointment with our careful, thorough, and compassionate team will include an in-depth review of your medical history and optical needs.
We also use diagnostic technology paired with tried-and-true methods to thoroughly assess your vision and eye health, and address any issues we discover.
OCT
OCT, or optical coherence tomography, is used to photograph the thickness of the 10 layers in the retina.
An OCT scan helps us determine whether your eyes are healthy and gives us the information we need to treat problems thoroughly and effectively. OCT is used to guide treatment for diseases such as glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease.
Optomap
The optomap gives us an ultra-wide view of your retina and does not require dilation drops.
The images taken are stored for future reference so that we can keep track of changes in your eye structure, no matter how small. This allows for early diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases that may not present with symptoms until their later stages.
LipiFlow
LipiFlow can help relieve dry eye caused by meibomian gland dysfunction. This technology uses gentle heating and massaging on both the inner and outer eyelids to effectively remove blockages that can cause dry eyes.
This gentle treatment lasts approximately 12 minutes per session. Full results are expected 6–8 weeks after treatment.
Meibography
Our meibomian glands are responsible for the oily component of our tear film, called meibum, which helps prevent your tears from evaporating too quickly. If these glands are not functioning correctly, it can lead to dry eyes.
Meibography refers to a group of technologies and techniques used to image and study the affected individuals’ meibomian glands.
When Your Exam Is Complete
Once we’ve completed your exam, we will discuss the next steps with you, including updating your prescription if necessary and helping you find a new pair of glasses to suit your lifestyle. If you require additional testing or specialist consultations, our team can offer referrals and help you book these additional appointments.
We direct bill to most insurance providers. Please contact us to find out if we direct bill to your insurance provider.
And, as always, if you have any questions or concerns, we take the time to ensure they are thoroughly addressed. We want you to feel confident in your vision. Visit us today!
Visit Our Locations
Langford
& Area
Find us at the corner of Langford Parkway and Jacklin Road. We’re across the parking lot from the White Spot.
- 778.744.3483
- 778.405.1657
- [email protected]
- 2968 Jacklin Rd
- Langford, BC V9B 0A3
* Hours may change for holidays. Please refer to our google business page.
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Duncan
& Area
We’re located next to Thrifty Foods just off Beverly Street. If you have any trouble finding us, please give us a call.
- 778.403.7715
- 250.597.3456
- [email protected]
- 2755 Beverly Street, Unit 2
- Duncan, BC V9L 6X2
* Hours may change for holidays. Please refer to our google business page.
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Chemainus
& Area
We look forward to helping you achieve your vision goals at our Chemainus location. Find us just off of Maple Lane and Croft Street.
- 250.246.3405
- 250.246.3408
- [email protected]
- 9844 Croft Street, Unit 106
- Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0
* Hours may change for holidays. Please refer to our google business page.
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Cobble Hill
& Area
Our Cobble Hill location is just off Cowichan Bay Road on the upper level of Valleyview Centre. If you have any trouble finding us, please give us a call.
- 778.403.7702
- 250.743.8898
- [email protected]
- 1400 Cowichan Bay Rd, Unit 56
- Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L3
* Hours may change for holidays. Please refer to our google business page.
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Lake Cowichan
& Area
We are conveniently located in the plaza off of Stanley Road and Cowichan Lake Road. Find us across from Central Park.
- 250.749.4440
- 250.749.4448
- [email protected]
- 44 Stanley Road
- Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0
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Duncan and Area
- 2755 Beverly Street, Unit 2
- Duncan, BC V9L 6X2
- 778.403.7715
- 250.597.3456
- [email protected]
Chemainus And Area
- 9844 Croft Street, Unit 106
- Chemainus, BC V0R 1K0
- 250.246.3405
- 250.246.3408
- [email protected]
Cobbie Hill and Area
- 1400 Cowichan Bay Rd, Unit 56
- Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L3
- 778.403.7702
- 250.743.8898
- [email protected]
Lake Cowichan and Area
- 44 Stanley Road
- Lake Cowichan, BC V0R 2G0
- 250.749.4440
- 250.749.4448
- [email protected]
