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2023 Holiday Season

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, December 21, 2023,

We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season!  To celebrate, our office will be closed beginning at 1:00 pm on Friday December 22nd and reopening with our usual hours starting at 9 am on Tuesday January 9th.

SEE you in the new year!


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Health Card Update

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, October 6, 2022,

Service Ontario is no longer mailing out renewal notices for expiring health cards or drivers licenses.  Please check those for you and your family and go to a Service Ontario centre ASAP to update.

If your OHIP is invalid at the time of your appointment, you will have to pay for your appointment but we will happily refund you if your OHIP coverage is reinstated to cover the cost of your exam.

Here is how to renew your health card:

https://www.ontario.ca/page/health-card-renewal


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Summer Vacation

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, July 21, 2022,

Happy summer! Our office will be closed for vacation starting Saturday July 23rd with normal hours resuming Tuesday August  9th.

If you have any glasses or contacts waiting for pick-up, please come by before we close this Friday at 5 pm.

Enjoy the sunshine!



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Open During Road Construction

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, April 13, 2022,

We are still open while Snyder’s Rd E is closed for construction! We can be accessed easily from the traffic lights at the corner of Foundry St and Snyder’s Rd.

Construction updates can be found here: https://www.engagewr.ca/snyders-road

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, March 17, 2022,

At the end of the rainbow is the Baden Eyecare

Centre, where you get the gold standard of eyecare.



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10th Anniversary of Baden Eyecare Centre!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, February 23, 2022,

Hey Baden! Can’t believe we’ve been open for 10 years already. Thanks for all your support!

 



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Acuvue Rebate

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, November 23, 2021,

Attention Acuvue Contact lens wearers! Until Dec. 31st , 2021, Acuvue is offering bonus rebates in support of eyecare in Ontario.



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Acuvue Rebate

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, September 14, 2021,

In support of the OHIP withdrawal by Ontario optometrists (www.SaveEyeCare.ca), Acuvue has generously increased their rebates until Oct. 31st, 2021, up to a value of $200 off an annual supply! Be sure to check if you need any Acuvue contacts so you can take them up on this exciting offer.


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OHIP Covered Exams

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, September 13, 2021,

Vision is precious.  Most would say that it is the most important of all the human senses.  Except for the Ontario government, that is.

Since 1989, successive political parties in Ontario have refused to formally talk to optometrists about how to best deliver eye care in this province.  Despite inflation rising almost 80% since then, our fees have barely budged from $39.15 in 1989 to an average of $44.65 today.  This does not come close to covering the costs (rent, staff, utilities, equipme...


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COVID-19 Update (January 2021)

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, September 13, 2021,

Baden Eyecare is still open as optometrists are an essential service.

Due to social distancing measures, we cannot accept walk-ins at this time. Please call ahead to book an appointment for an exam, glasses selection, dispensing, adjustments or repairs.

Upon arrival, all patients are screened for COVID-19 symptoms. As per our College guidelines, all patients must wear a mask (properly covering both nose and mouth) when in our office so please bring one with you to your appointment.


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Blue Blocking Lenses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, February 2, 2021,

Are your eyes feeling strained working at a computer all day? Blue blocking lenses filter out some of the harsh light from your screen and may reduce eye strain, allow for better sleep after using screens in the evening, and even prevent eye diseases like macular degeneration.  Blue blocking lenses are also available in prescription!



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Transitions ® Contact Lenses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, January 27, 2021,
Tired of sunglasses fogging up while wearing your mask?  Transitions ® contact lenses automatically darken when exposed to daylight, eliminating the need for glasses indoors and sunglasses outdoors!    

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Eyecare for Snowmen

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, December 8, 2020,
Thank you to the Secret Santa who brought some early holiday cheer to our office. It sure brightened our day!


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Heroic Eyecare in Baden - Baden Outlook August 2020

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, August 20, 2020,
Our office made the Baden Outlook this month after assisting a child with an allergic reaction. See the article on page 15 of the August 2020 edition of our local paper, the Baden Outlook!

https://www.badenoutlook.com/PDFs/Archives/Aug20.pdf





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August 4th to August 11th

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, July 31, 2020,
Happy summer! Our office will be closed for vacation starting Tues. Aug. 4th with normal hours resuming Tues. Aug. 11th.

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We are officially open again!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, June 9, 2020,

We are officially open again!  To celebrate, one of the new additions to our office is an open/closed sign hand painted by Dr. Sonya Frank.

This week we will be in the office Tuesday and Friday 9am-5pm, as well as Thursday 1pm-7pm. 

Due to social distancing measures, we cannot accept walk-ins at this time.  Please call ahead to book an appointment for an exam, glasses selection, adjustments and repairs.

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Re-Opening Soon (COVID-19)

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, May 29, 2020,

We’ve been working hard over the last few weeks obtaining supplies such as hand sanitizer, plexiglass barriers and other recommended safety measures in place as we prepare to re-open in the near future.  Stay tuned for more details!


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Tulips

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, May 22, 2020,
Spring is here, and our tulips are open!  Here's hoping our office can be open again soon.

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Eye Rock

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, May 15, 2020,
Thank you to the painter of the wonderful eye rock and left on the windowsill of my office this week. What a fun, artistic surprise!

We’re still mostly closed due to the pandemic, but are working hard to get safety measures in place for when we are allowed to fully open again.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Victoria Day weekend!

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COVID-19

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, March 18, 2020,

On the recommendation of the College of Optometrists of Ontario in regards to the COVID-19 pandemic, our office will be closed until at least March 30th for both the safety of our patients and staff. We will be taking appointments for urgent cases only, such as eye injuries, infections, or visions of flashing lights or floaters. If you have an eye emergency, please call us at 519-214-2020 so we can determine if we can avoid a trip to the ER for you.

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BCA New Year's Pre-Eve Family Party

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, December 6, 2019,
We're a proud sponsor of the Baden Community Association's New Year's Pre-Eve Family Party hosted at EJ's on December 31st 2019 4:30-7:00 pm to celebrate 20/20. Get your tickets for this event before they sell out! 
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Glasses Start at $105

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, August 28, 2019,
Our glasses start at $105 (includes frame and single vision lenses with scratch-resistant coating)! We also give a discount if buying multiple pairs (same prescription). No sales, just everyday reasonable pricing.


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FREE Sunglasses for Babies 6 to 18 Months

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, July 10, 2019,
FREE sunglasses for babies 6 to 18 months at Baden Eyecare Centre with their 1st eye exam (while supplies last).
Your baby's eye health and UV protection are especially important as their eyes are learning to see. Age 6 months is when you non-verbal cutie is ready for their first OHIP covered eye checkup.


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Nano Clip-On Sunglasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, December 12, 2018,
Just in time for winter, we've expanded our kids Nano frame line with clip-on sunglasses models! Did you know it's important to wear sunglasses even in the winter to protect your eyes from UV light from the sun?

We carry a wide selection of kids Nano frames. These frames are lightweight, flexible and highly durable, perfect for an active kid who is tough on their glasses.




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[ ] neubau

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, November 20, 2018,
We're excited to announce the newest brand addition to our frame collection, [ ] neubau! These eco conscious frames are designed and manufactured in Austria to deliver both sustainability and stylish urban flare!  We even carry the Frank model (top left).


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Healthy Eating for Healthy Vision

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, September 26, 2018,
Carrots are not the only vegetable that keeps your eyes healthy - dark leafy greens like spinach and romaine, as well as orange/red veggies like squash and peppers help maintain vision, so enjoy the bounty of the harvest!




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Checking Glasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, September 18, 2018,

Did you know, Dr. Sonya Frank personally checks each and every pair of glasses before they leave our office? This ensures you have the correct prescription to ensure they are properly made and free of defects so that you have the best vision and product possible.





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Back to School!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, August 28, 2018,
It's time to get ready for back to school! Good vision is essential for learning, and OHIP covers yearly eye exams for the kids up to age 19.

Is your child going into JK? Ask about a program for free glasses if they're needed.





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Lacoste Floatable Collection

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, July 18, 2018,
Have you ever lost a pair of sunglasses in the water? We now carry the Lacoste line of floating sunglasses, so you’ll never have to play “will it float” again! ?️

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Canada Day 2018

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, June 29, 2018,
Happy Canada Day long weekend! Our office will be closed to enjoy the holiday on Saturday June 30th, reopening Tuesday July 3rd 2018.


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Hylo Lubricating Eye Drops

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, May 2, 2018,
Looking for relief from dry eye or seasonal allergies eye irritation? We're happy to announce our office now carries Hylo, a preservative-free lubricating eye drop. Only $39.90 + HST, no prescription needed.

http://candorvision.com/professionals/hylo/



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Decor Addition

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, April 11, 2018,
Our latest decor addition! These frames were lost a long time ago and were found by their owner many years later, hanging in the tree where he had left and then forgotten them. They fared well against the elements and now have a home framed on our office wall.


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Glow-in-the-Dark Frames

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, March 6, 2018,
Come in and see our fun selection of glow-in-the-dark frames - you can do this in the day or night!



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Baden Santa Claus Parade 2017

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, December 2, 2017,
Had a great time in the 2017 Baden Santa Claus Parade! Thanks to everyone that came out to enjoy, and to the Baden Optimist Club and Baden Chamber of Commerce for organizing this great event.


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Prescription Ski Goggles

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, November 25, 2017,
Now is the time to order your prescription ski goggles so they are ready to go when the snow flies! Enjoy clear vision to better see the beauty of the slopes.


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Specialty Lenses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, October 18, 2017,
We sell a wide variety of specialty lenses such as self-darkening mirror coat sunglasses, shooting lenses, prescription swim and ski goggles. If you need something unusual, stop on by and see what we have to offer!


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Solar Eclipse

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, August 19, 2017,

Monday August 21st is the solar eclipse!  Just remember to NOT look directly at it - the sunlight can burn the back of your eye and cause permanent damage to your vision.  Sunglasses and most other lenses cannot protect your eyes, so enjoy the cool phenomenon through pictures if you need to see the big event!


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Colour Blindness

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, August 3, 2017,
Colour blindness can vary from seeing fewer colours to seeing only in shades of grey. Most, but not all, types of colour blindness come from the mother’s side. The Ishihara test is one easy way to find out of there may be a colour vision deficiency.


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Kids Prizes

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, July 21, 2017,

Do the kids need something new to do this summer?  Bring them on by to enter to win one of a number of prizes at our Open House tomorrow between 10 am and noon (draw at 11:50 am).


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Wiley X Goggles

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, July 20, 2017,

Into skiing, snowboarding, extreme sports or want military grade ballistic goggles? Look no further, another one of our prizes up for grabs are Wiley X Goggles!


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Men's Sunglasses Draw

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, July 20, 2017,
Wanting some new shades for the summer, guys?  These frames will be up for grabs  - just pick up your ballet during our open house on Sat. July 22nd 10 am to noon (prizes to be drawn at 11:50 am).

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Women's Sunglasses Draw

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, July 19, 2017,

Ladies:  looking for a new look this summer?  Enter for your chance to win one of these designer sunglasses at our Open House on Sat. July 22nd between 10 and noon (draw at 11:50 am).


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Jack the Nimble Bus

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, July 18, 2017,
Jack the Nimble Bus will be in our parking lot for the kids to have fun and exercise during our open house on Sat. July 22nd from 10 am to noon. https://www.facebook.com/Nimblebus/

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Open House - Alcon Contacts

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, July 17, 2017,
To help celebrate our new location, we’re teaming up with Alcon! On July 22nd during our Open House from 10-12 pm, if you buy 3 boxes of Air Optix or Alcon Dailies you get the 4th box FREE! Interested in trying contacts? Make a fitting appointment the week of July 17th. Come on by, you’ll we glad you CONTACTed us!

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Open House

Posted by Sonya Frank on Sunday, July 16, 2017,
To help celebrate our new location, we're having an open house on Sat. July 22nd from 10 am to noon. Jack the Nimble Bus, lunch, prizes and if you buy 3 boxes of Air Optix or Alcon Dailies you get the 4th box FREE!

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2017 Summer Vacation

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, July 7, 2017,
Happy Summer! Our office will be closed for our annual summer vacation starting Sat. July 8th with normal hours resuming Tuesday. July 18th.


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Happy Canada Day!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, June 30, 2017,
Happy 150th Birthday Canada! Our office will be closed Saturday to Monday and re-open on Tuesday July 4th. Have a safe and fun long weekend!

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Parking Lot

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, June 13, 2017,

Our parking lot is finally paved! The asphalt needs some time to cure so when visiting us over the next couple days, please use the street parking along Snyder’s.


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New Parking Lot Curbs

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, May 25, 2017,
Curb eye diseases with regular eye check ups and while visiting us, check out our new parking lot curbs as well!


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Pink Eye or Allergies?

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, May 16, 2017,
Pink eye or allergies? Dr. Frank can prescribe medication to help!


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A Sign at Our New Location

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, February 7, 2017,
A sign that we will be up and running soon at our new location at 21 Snyder's Rd. E. in Baden. We hope to be back to normal operations on Tuesday Feb. 14th. (you've got to love that!)



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We're Moving to Our New Location!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, January 27, 2017,
We're moving across the intersection to 21 Snyder's Rd. E. in February. We will be getting our new space ready during the week of Jan. 28th but will reopen Tuesday Feb. 7th 2017. Our phone number and email will remain 519-214-2020 and badeneyecare@gmail.com, so please keep in touch. Hope to see you soon at our new office!



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Cataracts

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, November 16, 2016,
Cataracts are a clouding inside the eye that can cause blur, poor night vision, prescription changes, and improper colour vision.
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Mites & Lice

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, October 27, 2016,
Creepy crawlies are everywhere, even around your eyes!  It's a spooky fact, mites and lice love to live on eyelids and lashes.
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Girl Guide Cookies

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, October 11, 2016,
If anyone still needs their Girl Guide cookie fix, we have some available at our front desk (Chocolate Mint), $5.


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First Pair of Glasses Moved to Our New Building

Posted by Sonya Frank on Sunday, September 25, 2016,
Moved our first pair of glasses into the new building at 21 Snyder's Rd. E. in Baden. The rest will be coming February 2017!


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Pupils

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, September 16, 2016,
Did you know? Pupils are not black spots - they are holes in the iris that let light through to the retina at the back of the eye so you can see.


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Allergy Season

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, August 31, 2016,
It's a rough allergy season this year. If your eyes are itchy, watery and red, there may be relief! Your optometrist can prescribe medication to get you through the season.


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Blue Eyes Are Light Brown?

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, August 29, 2016,
The sky is not truly blue. Higher energy blue colour in sunlight bounces around the sky more than other colours and scatters the blue light. This scattering is why 'blue' eyes appear blue, even though they are truly light brown.
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Nano Kids' Frames

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, August 23, 2016,
We have a new kids glasses line just in time for back to school - 'Nano' is here! These frames are lightweight, flexible and highly durable, perfect for an active kid who is hard on their glasses. More information on the features of 'Nano"


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Back to School

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, August 18, 2016,
It's back to school time! Book your kids' eye exam soon so they have the best vision possible for learning. Remember, OHIP covers exams for kids 19 & under and our office provides FREE glasses to children entering Junior Kindergarten who need them.


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2016 Baden Corn Festival

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, August 2, 2016,
The Baden Corn Festival is this Saturday August 6, 2016! Remember to pick up your dinner tickets ($13) available in advance at Baden Eyecare Centre, online at badencornfest.ca/events.html ($14), or at the information booth during the festival. Hope to see everyone there!


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Prescription Swimming Goggles

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, June 28, 2016,
We have prescription swimming goggles available to help you see your best in the pool.


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Insurance Direct Billing for Vision Care

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, June 13, 2016,
Insurance companies often allow direct billing for vision needs. Your next check-up and glasses might cost you nothing out of pocket as we can directly bill many health insurance providers on your behalf.
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FREE Kids Sunglasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, May 26, 2016,
FREE sunglasses for babies 6 to 18 months at Baden Eyecare Centre with their 1st eye exam (while supplies last).

Your baby's eye health and UV protection are especially important as their eyes are learning to see. 6 months is when your non-verbal cutie is ready for their first OHIP covered eye checkup.


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Pupils

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, May 19, 2016,
Pupils are big in young kids and shrink small with age, so seniors tend to have tiny pupils. They are big in the dark and shrink small in the light so it doesn't seem too bright for you.
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Free Sunflower Seeds

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, April 21, 2016,
Free giant sunflower seeds to plant this spring. While supplies last, stop on by Baden Eyecare Centre. (Limit one pouch per person so everyone can enjoy!)


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Eye Colour

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, April 21, 2016,
Eye "colours" look different because of the pattern and amount of brown pigment. Lighter eye colours, like blue, just have less brown pigment.
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Travel

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, March 1, 2016,
Don't forget your sunglasses if you travel down south. The suns rays are stronger near the equator, so sun protection is a must.  If you're heading out for winter fun, remember that we have ski, snowboard and snowmobile goggles available in prescription.
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Central vs Side Vision

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, January 19, 2016,
Central vision is best at seeing fine detail but side vision detects movement best, which is why people often see something "out of the corner of their eye".
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Baden Santa Claus Parade 2015

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, December 5, 2015,
Had a great time in the 2015 Baden Santa Claus Parade!




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Free Colour Contacts Open House

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, November 19, 2015,
Want to change your look? Try colour contact lenses! Join us for a FREE open house on Saturday November 21st 2015 from 12 to 2 pm to try some sample pairs. If you haven't worn contacts before, don't worry - we'l help you out.
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Autumn Leaves

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, October 21, 2015,
Fall leaves change colour as the green chlorophyll photopigment goes away, finally showing the pretty reds, yellows & oranges that are also in the leaves.

 

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Eyes Learn to See up to Age 6

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, October 5, 2015,
Children's eyes learn to see up to age 6. Make sure they can with a routine eye check-up.
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Digital Retinal Imaging

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, September 21, 2015,
Digital retinal photos make it easier to compare how your eyes change over the years and so may help detect problems earlier.
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Foundry St. Parkette Bridge

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, September 10, 2015,

Thanks to everyone who donated to buy the planks to build the bridge at the new Foundry St. Parkette! This Saturday September 12th the Baden Community Association will be out installing those planks to complete the bridge, but help is needed! Starting at 8 am come on out with your cordless drill to help finish the project. Lunch & water will be provided by the BCA. For details: https://www.facebook.com/BadenCommunityAssociation?fref=nf


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Water Depth

Posted by Sonya Frank on Sunday, August 23, 2015,

Can't tell how deep the water is? Light rays travel slower in water than in air, so the ground looks closer than it really is.


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Drops that Could Dissolve Cataracts

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, July 29, 2015,

Early studies have shown promise for a drop, lanosterol, that could dissolve cataracts. Although a long way from approval for use in humans, it has improved vision for some dogs!

http://news.sciencemag.org/health/2015/07/eye-drops-could-dissolve-cataracts?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=facebook


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2015 Baden Corn Fest Human Foosball

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, July 29, 2015,
Only a couple more days to register your team of 6-8 for the Human Foosball Tournament at the Baden Corn Fest (https://www.facebook.com/BadenCornFestival), registration ends Friday July 31st at 5 pm.  The forms and fees can be dropped off at our office during business hours.  For more information: http://www.badencornfest.ca/documents/Foosball%20Rules.pdf

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2015 Baden Corn Fest Dinner Tickets

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, July 23, 2015,

Just over two weeks until the Baden Corn Fest!  Corn Roast dinner tickets are available from the Baden Eyecare Centre ($12 cash/debit), online through PayPal at http://www.badencornfest.ca/events.html  ($13), or the information booth on the festival Saturday.  Hope to see everyone there! 


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2015 Baden Corn Fest colouring contest

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, July 7, 2015,

Attention all kids:  just a few more weeks to complete your colouring contest entry for the 2015 Baden Corn Fest.  Entries can be dropped off at the Baden Eyecare Centre until July 31st.  Download the contest colouring page here: http://www.badencornfest.ca/documents/colouring_contest.pdf or pick up at our office.   Prizes in three age categories, donated by Sight and Sound Studios in New Hamburg!  


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Shooting Glasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, June 17, 2015,
Into target shooting? Make sure you wear the proper ballistic eye protection for the sport. Yellow, orange, red, grey, clear - different colour lenses work well for different shooting conditions.

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Glow in the Dark Frames

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, June 9, 2015,
Newly arrived Lacoste frames with super-fun glow in the dark arms, as excitedly modeled by Winnie!

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Baden Backyard BBQ

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, May 20, 2015,

Check out the Baden Public Backyard BBQ from 5 till 8 this Thursday.  Baden Eyecare Centre donated a gorgeous pair of Nicole Miller sunglasses to bid on at the silent auction - be sure to take a peek!


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Buy a Plank Donation

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, May 20, 2015,

See the front page of this month's Baden Outlook for an inspirational story about a class of adorable kindergarten students who all worked to buy a bridge plank for the Baden Community Association's Foundry St. parkette, then visited Dr. Frank at Baden Eyecare Centre to proudly make their donation.  

http://www.badenoutlook.com/PDFs/Archives/May2015.pdf


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Sunny Days… Keeping Those Rays Away!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, April 23, 2015,

Ah, spring!  With winter finally over, we can get out and start enjoying the great outdoors once again.   Make sure you bring your sunglasses along for the journey!

Think of sunglasses as sunscreen for the eyes.  The strong rays of the sun damage your skin and cause a burn, and this can also be true for eyes.  A “welder’s flash” is a quick sunburn on the front of the eye and is REALLY painful, but you can also get sunburns on the back of the eye that can be painless yet permanently bli...


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Free Baby Sunglasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, April 22, 2015,
Free sunglasses for babies 6 to 18 months will be given at their eye exam with Dr. Sonya Frank at the Baden Eyecare Centre until the end of May 2015.

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Lions Club Donations Used Glasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Sunday, March 15, 2015,
Used glasses can be given a new life by donating them to developing countries. We gladly accept donations of old glasses on behalf of the Lions Club.

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Telescopic Contact Lenses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, February 19, 2015,
Researchers are developing contact lenses with tiny telescopes to boost vision by zooming in and out with the wink of an eye.


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Children's Eye Care

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, February 3, 2015,

Great article from the perspective of a parent showing the importance of eye exams for young children. Even if everything seems fine, there could be a treatable problems preventing them from seeing to their full potential.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/alishia-osborn/how-i-failed-my-daughter_b_6398080.html


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eSight Glasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, January 24, 2015,
New technology can enable people with low vision to see better. A Guelph woman with Stargardt disease (a type of macular degeneration) was able to see better using glasses fitted with a camera and small high definition screens in the lenses.  With the help of this technology she was able to see her newborn baby. Read more on cbc.ca.


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Wiley X & American Sniper Movie

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, January 19, 2015,
Wiley X, our newest sunglasses and safety line can be seen on Bradley Cooper in the new movie American Sniper (Wiley X tactical model Saint CHSAI04).

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Wiley X

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, January 16, 2015,
Wiley X is now available at the Baden Eyecare Centre! We’re excited to announce we are the only authorized dealer of Wiley X sun and safety glasses in the greater Kitchener-Waterloo and Stratford areas. Motorcycling, hunting, shooting, construction safety and everyday sun protection, Wiley X has you covered with ballistic grade lenses and stylish frames. Learn more at http://www.wileyx.com/index.aspx



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Baden Optimist Free Skate 2015

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, January 15, 2015,
This Sunday January 18th 2015 from 2:30-4:15 pm be sure to check out a free skating event at the Wilmot Recreation Complex brought to you by the Baden Optimist Club and organized by Dr. Sonya Frank.  Treats will be provided, and food bank donations will be accepted for the Wilmot Family Resource Centre.

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Baden Santa Claus Parade 2014

Posted by Sonya Frank on Sunday, December 7, 2014,
Hope everyone had a great time at the 2014 Baden Santa Claus Parade! If you missed us, here's a picture of Dr. Sonya Frank and our float. Thanks to the Baden Optimist Club and the Baden Chamber of Commerce for organizing a great parade.

Update: We won 3rd place in the commercial category! Congratulations to all the other winners, and everyone else that came out for an awesome parade. Check out the Baden Optimist parade event page for a complete list of the top floats in each category. https://...

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Sunglasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, December 4, 2014,

Sunglasses are a "must", even in winter!  They protect your lens, retina, cornea, iris, the white of the eye and the skin around the eye.   When shopping for new shades, be sure they have 100% UV protection.  Polarized lenses don’t add extra UV protection, but they do reduce sun glare which is especially great for people who love to be by the water.  Colour and lens darkness is up to personal preference; some colours can even help enhance vision for particular sports and activities.  As wit...


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Clearing Things Up...

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, November 17, 2014,

There are a lot of misconceptions about eyes and vision out there.  Here is my list of the top 10 truths that I think everyone should know:

1)  No taxes apply to eye exams or prescription eyewear.  That’s right – as long as they are prescription, there is no tax on glasses, sunglasses or contact lenses!  Items like pre-made reading glasses or non-prescription sunglasses are charged HST, though.

2)  “Vision screenings” are not the same as “eye exams”.  Quickly reading an eye char...


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Bees Helping to Make Eye Drops

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, November 17, 2014,
Here's the buzz: Clinical trials are now starting that use honey incorporated into an eyedrop to treat dry eye. What a sweet solution to such a common problem!

http://www.aoa.org/news/eye-care-advances/sweet-treatment-honey-a-possible-dry-eye-therapy?sso=y
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Glaucoma

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, October 25, 2014,

The front man of the band U2 recently revealed his trademark sunglasses of the last 20 years are more than rock star fashion - they are to help him relieve his symptoms of glaucoma!  With early diagnosis through routine eye exams and proper treatment, the potentially blinding condition of glaucoma can be managed.  Remember, if Bono can get glaucoma, so can U2.

http://optometrytimes.modernmedicine.com/optometrytimes/news/bono-says-glaucoma-reason-his-trademark-shades


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Gourds

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, September 30, 2014,
We're out of our gourd!  Free locally grown ornamental gourd with glasses/contacts purchase, while supplies last. Welcome in the fall season in style!

 

There's a new solution on the market, and it's available for a short time at the Baden Eyecare Centre. OptiFree Pure Moist is supposed to leave your lenses more comfortable than ever, and we have packs of it (2x300 mL with bonus 120 mL travel size) for $5 while quantities last (suggested retail price $20+); offer cannot be combined with coupons...

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Spy Glasses & Sunglasses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, July 29, 2014,
I Spy with my little eye - Spy glasses & sunglasses at the Baden Eyecare Centre!  Our collection includes the unique folding, camouflaged and Happy Lens sunglasses.  The Happy Lens is a specialized tint designed to promote optimistic feelings by blocking out certain rays of light.  To learn more, check out this YouTube video

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Blood Sugar Level Monitoring Contact Lens

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, July 17, 2014,

An exciting new contact lens is being developed that can measure blood sugar levels in tears and track the readings on your smart phone.  This could be a great alternative to diabetic finger prick blood sugar sampling. 


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2014 Corn Festival Dinner and Dance Tickets

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, July 14, 2014,

Corny popped by our office to drop off tickets to the Baden Corn Festival on Sat. Aug. 9th.  Dinner is $12 for adults and $8 for kids ages 4 - 8 (3 & under are free!) and the dance is only $10 this year.  Cash or debit is accepted and be sure to get yours early - tickets sold out last year!   Less than one month to go... See you there.


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2014 Baden Backyard BBQ

Posted by Sonya Frank on Thursday, May 22, 2014,

On May 22 from 5-8 pm is the 2014 Baden Backyard BBQ at Baden Public School.  Be sure the check out the silent auction and put a bid in on the stylish Nicole Miller sunglasses our office donated.  Pick up dinner from the Baden Optimist BBQ and some kettle corn from the Baden Community Association

 


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Wilmot Wild Lacrosse Tickets

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, May 12, 2014,

Hey Sport Fans!  We're giving away to two lucky people 4 flex passes each (good for 20 admissions) to cheer on the Wilmot Wild Lacrosse team home games at the Wilmot Rec Centre (http://www.wilmotwild.com/).  To enter the draw, you must both like Dr. Sonya Frank's Baden Eyecare Centre Facebook page and the contest post on the page.  The draw will be on this Wed. May 14th, in time for their second home game this Thursday.  Good luck to all, the winners will be contacted via Facebook. https://ww...


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Manulife

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, April 9, 2014,
We're excited to announce that Manulife has just started allowing optometrists to do direct billing for exams and glasses on behalf of patients. We are proud to add this service to the list of other insurances we already direct bill, including Sun Life, Great-West Life, Industrial Alliance, Standard Life, Blue Cross, Green Shield and MDM.
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Transitions Lenses

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, February 18, 2014,

Did you know that automatically darkening lenses like Transitions get darker in the cold? If you haven't had them before, the weather this winter has been great to give them a try!

Transitions lenses come in many varieties. There are now polarized ones, dark polarized ones that are great for driving and ones that are always a bit tinted but get even darker in the light - plus a new and better version of the original Transitions was just released in January 2014 that go darker than ever!


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Merry Christmas

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, December 24, 2013,
Santa is getting ready for the big night tomorrow, but his reindeer have been getting ready for Christmas for months already by changing their eye colour! Their eyes shine gold in the summer but turn blue in winter to let them see better in the long, dark nights. 

To learn more about this interesting phenomenon, check out this article: http://ind.pn/IOzt4r


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2013 Baden Santa Claus Parade

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, December 9, 2013,
Had a great time at the 2013 Baden Santa Claus Parade! Thanks to everyone who came out to see it, and Merry Christmas to all! Keep an eye out again for the Grinch float brought to you by a few Baden businesses this coming Saturday in the St. Agatha Santa Claus Parade.  Update: Whoo-hoo! The Grinch float brought to you by Designs By, Innovative Dance, Frost Dessert Shoppe, LiveWell and Baden Eyecare Centre won 2nd place overall in the Baden Santa Claus Parade last weekend! Thanks to the Baden ...
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School Vision Screenings

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, September 25, 2013,

It's school vision screening time again! Remember, a school screening is not a substitute for a full eye exam as a doctor of optometry can uncover issues missed by a simple quick screening - plus kids 19 and under are always OHIP covered for their exams. Here's a video explaining the importance of child eye exams: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx65WGkGClI

To book a complete eye exam for your child, phone us at 519-214-2020 or email at badeneyecare@gmail.com


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Through a Child's Eyes... By Dr. Sonya Frank

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, July 29, 2013,

For any parent, the first time your child looks into your eyes is one of the most powerful experiences in life.  As they grow and learn to recognize Mommy & Daddy’s faces and mimic your every action, they are using the gift of sight to help them develop the skills they will need throughout their entire lives.

Part of the allure of babies is their big beautiful eyes.  Although they are nearly full grown at birth, eyes are far from fully developed.  All the parts are there, but much maturing...


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Baden Corn Festival Dinner Ticket Promotion

Posted by Sonya Frank on Friday, June 14, 2013,
To celebrate the first annual Baden Corn Festival, the Baden Eyecare Centre is offering a promotion until July 31st 2013. For a chance to win a family set of four tickets to the corn roast dinner (valued at $48), one entry is available for each:

Like Us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/badeneyecare), comprehensive eye exam, complete pair of glasses or a 12 month supply of contacts. 

The Baden Eyecare Centre is a proud sponsor of the Baden Corn Festival (http://badencornfest.ca/) on August...

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Thinking of Buying Glasses Online - Beware

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, April 17, 2013,
Dr. Benoit Frenette an associate professor at the School of Optometry of the Université de Montréal recently published a study done on ordering glasses online and found a staggering 94% were made incorrectly.
"Products were evaluated using parameters standardized by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). In terms of adhering to the prescription, regarding the desired adjustments for minimal wearing comfort, and cons...

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Cornelius T. Cobb's Eye Exam

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, March 27, 2013,
Check out Cornelius T. Cobb's visit to see Dr. Sonya Frank at the Baden Eyecare Centre as he gets ready for the Baden Corn Festival on August 10, 2013 (http://badencornfest.ca/) on the Baden Eyecare Centre facebook page! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Baden-Eyecare-Centre-Dr-Sonya-Frank-Optometrist/288398627903136

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New Article This Month...... Children's Eye Health

Posted by Sonya Frank on Saturday, March 16, 2013,

Check out Dr. Frank's article on children's eye health in the current March 2013 issue of the Baden Outlook, on page 31!  http://www.badenoutlook.com/PDFs/Archives/mar13.pdf


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New eye treatment approved for diabetics

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, January 30, 2013,

A new treatment is now being covered by OHIP for seniors with diabetic macular edema.  Lucentis is a drug that is injected into the eye and has been used previously to treat the wet form of Age-Related Macular Degeneration.  Although laser has been quite successful in treating diabetic macular edema for many years, Lucentis is now another treatment option for this potentially blinding problem.


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Holiday Treat

Posted by Sonya Frank on Wednesday, November 14, 2012,
The holidays are almost here and so to help celebrate, we have a special gift for kids 12 & under after their eye exam until the new year.  Remember, eye exams are covered by OHIP for kids 19 & under, and are recommended for ages 6 months & up.
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Sun Life now allows direct billing

Posted by Sonya Frank on Monday, October 15, 2012,
Exciting news!  We can now direct bill eye exams, glasses and contact lenses for Sun Life, in addition to the many other major insurance companies (Blue Cross, Green Shield, & Great-West Life) that we already bill directly on behalf of our patients.
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Optimist Halloween party on the 27th!

Posted by Sonya Frank on Tuesday, October 9, 2012,
Halloween is coming and the Optimist Club of Baden is holding a couple events to celebrate! On Saturday October 27th at the New Hamburg Community Centre, kids can enjoy a haunted house, games, and other activities for FREE from 1 to 3 pm, while the evening from 8pm - 1am will be for adults with a dance, cash bar, and late night buffet for $15/person or $25/couple. Tickets for the adult party can be purchased from any Optimist member or from the Baden Eyecare Centre. Hope to see lots of people...
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