Eyesight is a critical sense that impacts nearly every aspect of our lives, from navigating our environment to absorbing information. Yet, when it comes to eye health, many people may not know the difference between common vision problems such as astigmatism and myopia. Recognizing the distinction between these conditions is vital to managing your eye […]
One of the most common complaints among people when it comes to their eyes is waking up with dry, irritated, and red eyes. This condition is known as dry eye syndrome and can be caused by various factors such as age, environment, underlying health conditions, and even lifestyle habits. If you constantly wake up with […]
Glaucoma, a progressive eye condition, can cause long-term damage to the eye and irreversible harm to the optic nerve. This condition often begins with few, if any, symptoms, and can only be properly diagnosed in its earliest stages with the help of an experienced optometrist. But why does this condition develop? Is glaucoma hereditary? Glaucoma […]
Regular eye exams are important, especially as you get older. The tests your optometrist performs in your exam can help identify eye diseases in their earlier stages. Eye exams are essential, but how much do they cost? The Cost of Eye Exams An eye exam’s cost can vary in Ontario, based on the clinic. Some […]
There used to be a time when we didn’t understand the effects that hitting your head could have. However, that’s no longer the case. We now know that concussions can cause a wide range of symptoms and effects. The effects of a concussion can go beyond headaches and dizziness too. A concussion can affect how […]
Many Canadians, approximately 6 million, live with a condition known as dry eyes. Dry eyes can have many symptoms that can disrupt your daily life, like having blurred vision, mild physical irritations, and redness. Having normal changes to your vision can cause you to see eye floaters. Sometimes, with age, the appearance of eye floaters […]
Many people believe that sleeping with contact lenses is safe. So it’s no surprise that one-third of contact lens wearers sleep or nap with their contacts. With a proper fit and prescription at your optometrist’s office, contact lenses may feel so comfortable you can forget you’re wearing a medical device in your eyes. We understand […]
For many children, a lazy eye is a potential concern for their overall vision. If left unaddressed, this condition can affect someone into adulthood. A lazy eye is often treatable, but is it ever too late to prevent this condition from developing? Continue reading to learn more about amblyopia, including if it’s ever too late […]
Vision therapy is a supervised program for effectively treating impaired visual function. With vision therapy, patients develop the skills they need to cope with learning-related vision problems and other visual disorders. The recommendation is that the patient complete this vision therapy with a trained vision therapist under the supervision of an optometrist. However, supplemental exercises […]
When it comes to our health, there are many myths and misconceptions regarding what’s good for us and what isn’t. Some people believe that wearing glasses will actually make their eyes worse. One of the most likely reasons for the rise of this opinion is that there are times when someone quickly needs a new […]
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