Your Eyewear Prescription

Your prescription, provided to you by your Doctor of Optometry, is only one piece of information that will be used to determine the final composition of, and how well you see with, your new eyewear. During the normal process of selecting and being properly fit for your new eyeglasses, your Doctor of Optometry will determine a number of things to make sure your new purchase is customized to give you clear and comfortable vision while ensuring you look great. This includes:

• Accurately measuring the distance between your pupils so that your new lenses will be properly located in the new frames relative to the center of your eyes;
• Determining the height to place the optical centre of the lens in your frames;
• Selecting the right size of frame for you;
• Selecting the right shape of frame for you;
• Determining what curvature of lens to use;
• Determining what type of lens material to use;
• Determining what coatings to use on your lenses that best suit your needs;
• Measuring how high to place the multifocal (if you wear a multifocal lens); and
• Properly adjusting the frame to your face.

If the above are not done correctly and specifically for you, it’s not uncommon to have problems with your glasses that may be immediate, or appear after using your new eyeglasses for an extended period of time. Common complaints for improperly ordered or fit eyewear can include blurriness, headaches, fatigue, an “eye pulling” sensation, nausea, and pain or pressure marks on your nose or around your ears.

For more information please visit us at www.visionsourcenw.com or call us at 604.553.3900.

Cocktails, Cookies and Connections A Smashing Success!

Last week we were so pleased to host a networking event at our Vision Source New Westminster clinic. It was an absolute pleasure meeting so many other business owners and members of this great community.

A huge thank you to the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce who helped plan this great event. There were well over 100 registrations and we appreciate everyone coming out to enjoy such an eventful evening.  Another major thank you to Thrifty Foods who provided outstanding food and prizes.

Eyes contain the body's only exposed blood vessels which can offer important insights into many other ailments in your body. Regular eye exams can help spot underlying health concerns, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and many others.

At Vision Source New Westminster our Doctors of Optometry play an essential and ongoing role in ensuring the health of you and your family.

To book an appointment please call 604.553.3900 or visit us at www.visionsourcenw.com.

Below are some pictures from the event!

Blueberry and Ricotta Pancakes!

If you ever find yourself craving something sweet and delicious for breakfast, why not whip up some blueberry and ricotta pancakes. Ricotta is a good source of zinc which is an important mineral supporting the macula. Zinc also enables vitamin A to create a pigment called melanin, which protects your eyes. 

Ingredients
1-1/2 cups (375 mL) all-purpose flour
3 tbsp (45 mL) granulated sugar
1 tsp (5 mL) baking soda
1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
3/4 cup (175 mL) extra-smooth ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 cup (250 mL) milk
1/4 cup (60 mL) unsalted butter, melted
1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) finely grated lemon rind
3 tbsp (45 mL) lemon juice
1 cup (250 mL) fresh blueberries
2 tbsp (30 mL) vegetable oil

Preparation

In large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt.

Place ricotta in bowl; whisk in egg, milk, butter, lemon rind and lemon juice; pour over dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. Fold in blueberries. 

Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat; brush with some of the oil. Pour in about 1/4 cup (60 mL) batter for each pancake, brushing skillet with remaining oil as necessary; cook until underside is golden and bubbles break on top but do not fill in, about 2 minutes. Turn and cook until underside is golden, 30 to 60 seconds.