POP BLOG

Do you find your vision blurry? If that’s the case, you might have what we call astigmatism. No need to worry, however: it’s a very common and easy-to-fix vision problem. That brings the question: do you know the causes, symptoms and corrections of astigmatism? Take the Michel Pop quiz at the end of the article […]

How to recognize and avoid eye strain Nowadays, it’s very common to feel eye strain. Although there are multiple causes and symptoms behind it, how can we treat or, better yet, prevent this condition? Eye strain, eye fatigue, or ocular fatigue – regardless of how you refer to it, continue reading to learn more on […]

Did you know that glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in Canada? This condition is caused by deterioration of the optic nerve due to the buildup of fluids within the eye. The optic nerve plays a critical role in transmitting information received by the eye to the brain. Damage to this nerve reduces […]

Have you ever noticed someone, perhaps in a movie or even in your immediate entourage, with two different eye colours? If you’ve ever wondered about the condition behind it, we’ve got you covered: it’s called Heterochromia. We’ll take a deeper look into the condition and whether treatment is needed. If you are already pretty confident […]

Keratoconus is an eye disease characterized by thinning and distortion of the cornea. Normally spherical, the cornea bulges and then takes on a conical shape. This degeneration is a rare eye condition, but it is also irreversible, hence the importance of awareness of the disease and to take preventive measures. Who is affected by keratoconus […]

Choosing to have laser eye surgery to correct or improve your vision problem is a very important decision. Therefore, it is essential that you have a good understanding of the exact nature of your vision problem, as well as the potential benefits and limitations associated with the range of treatment options available. Refractive surgery is […]

Myopia is a vision problem that is very common. Yet, a certain number of myths surround this vision defect that affects adults, as well as children. Do you truly know what myopia is, what are its symptoms and how to correct it? Take the Michel Pop quiz at the end of the article, test your knowledge […]

Refractive surgery, also known as laser vision correction, is widely recognized today and has become much more common and accessible. Numerous advances in the field, through both new technology and surgical techniques, have made current treatments minimally invasive, extremely accurate and, most importantly, safer. Dr. Michel Pop is among the pioneers of these surgeries and […]

Intraocular lenses (IOL) have been used in surgery to fix cataracts for decades. But did you know that they are also a solution to numerous other vision problems? Indeed, today’s state-of-the-art intraocular lenses are designed to treat other conditions, such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia.  Are you wondering if intraocular lenses are the right […]

With the colder weather fast approaching, many are excited to get back to their favourite winter sports. Whether you’re a skier, skater, or just someone who generally enjoys the great outdoors, winter sports aren’t without risks to your eyes. Aside from the physical risks of winter sports which can lead to falls that result in […]

Correcting your myopia without any lasers? It’s possible thanks to EVO+ lenses! If you suffer from myopia or hyperopia and you can’t or don’t want to use laser eye surgery, you might think that living without glasses or contact lenses is out of your reach. In reality, there might be another solution for you: EVO+ […]

We commonly associate cannabis consumption with red eyes and dilated pupils. But does it have other consequences on ocular health? Even though there are still few studies dealing with the effects of cannabis on vision, we now know that this plant interferes with eye functions. No need to panic, however, since most of these symptoms […]