Most people should have an eye exam every 1 to 2 years. The recommended interval depends on your age, eye health, and family history. Regular follow-up allows for early detection of vision changes and promotes optimal eye health.
Optometrist: evaluates vision, prescribes glasses and contact lenses, screens for eye diseases.
Optician: adjusts glasses and contact lenses according to your prescription.
Ophthalmologist: a doctor who treats eye diseases, including surgery.
At IRIS, these professionals collaborate to provide comprehensive care.
Blurred vision, eye fatigue, headaches, difficulty seeing at night, or needing to move objects closer or farther away. A comprehensive examination helps identify the cause and adjust your correction if necessary.
Often due to eye strain, dry eyes, or an outdated prescription. An eye exam at IRIS can confirm the source of the problem.
This is a common symptom. It can be linked to digital eye strain, poor lighting, or an unsuitable prescription. Our teams offer solutions, including lenses adapted for digital work.
This is a set of symptoms caused by prolonged screen use: dry eyes, fluctuating vision, headaches. IRIS professionals will offer you a suitable solution.
An irregular curvature of the eye that causes blurred vision up close and far away. This can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses.
It becomes more noticeable with presbyopia. Regular examination allows for timely adjustment of correction.
A loss of near vision, usually around age 40, due to the natural aging of the eye's lens. Solutions include progressive glasses, such as those with Apogee lenses, multifocal contact lenses, or surgery with an intraocular lens.
No. Glasses correct vision but do not alter the structure of the eye. However, good visual hygiene helps maintain comfort.
Approximately 30 to 45 minutes, including the vision and ocular health assessment.
Eye exam
Approximately 30 to 45 minutes, including vision and eye health assessment.
No, the examination is simple and non-invasive.
Near vision may be blurry and light may be dazzling for a few hours. It is best to avoid driving afterwards.
At 6 months, then at 3 years old, before starting school, then annually.
RAMQ: the general exam is covered for ages 0–17 and 65+ (depending on the province). You will be informed if non-covered tests are recommended.
Private insurance: depending on your coverage. Your IRIS store can guide you.
Eyesight naturally changes. Regular check-ups help maintain accurate correction.
An important measure for screening for eye diseases such as glaucoma.
To examine the retina and detect silent diseases such as AMD or diabetic retinopathy.
An optometrist can detect eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, and AMD, and can identify signs that may be linked to general illnesses like diabetes or high blood pressure, in which case they may refer you to your doctor or an ophthalmologist.
Eyeglasses & frames
Depending on your face shape, style, prescription, and fit. Our opticians are available to assist you in-store.
Single vision: one distance
Bifocals: two visible zones
Progressives: seamless vision at all distances Apogée progressive lenses offer personalized adaptation.
Often a necessary adjustment or a normal adaptation to progressives. Our opticians can assess the situation.
A few days to a few weeks. Precise adjustment is essential.
Yes: less glare, clearer vision, and computer comfort.
Lukewarm water, mild soap, microfibre cloth. Avoid paper towels and abrasive products.
The bridge or temples need adjusting. IRIS offers free adjustments.
Quality varies. The main risk: inadequate centering and adjustment.
Reading glasses & pharmacy
They can help in a pinch, but they're no substitute for a personalized prescription.
They do not deteriorate vision, but can cause fatigue or discomfort.
Due to presbyopia, when the lens loses its ability to focus up close.
No. They only correct near vision.
Contact lenses
Daily: optimal hygiene, no maintenance
Monthly: economical, but require thorough cleaning
Possible causes: dry eye, bad solution, poorly fitted lenses. An evaluation at IRIS can help.
No, high risk of infection.
Yes, with professional supervision and monitoring.
