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Eye Exam, Eye Health, Vision Therapy • July 27, 2023

When Is It Too Late to Treat Lazy Eye?

Lazy eye, or amblyopia, is a common vision disorder caused by a communication error between the brain and the eye, leading to severe vision problems in 1 eye. While this condition affects millions of people, there is good news—lazy eye can be diagnosed and treated with the help of an optometrist. Lazy eye can be…

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Dry Eye, IPL therapy, Radiofrequency treatment • July 27, 2023

LipiFlow, IPL, & Radiofrequency Treatments: How Are They Different?

It’s not easy to live with chronic dry eyes, but with modern technology and treatments that can target the underlying causes, it is possible to get lasting relief. LipiFlow, IPL, and radiofrequency (RF) treatments are 3 modern approaches to dry eye therapy that can reduce blockages in your meibomian glands to provide relief from dry…

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Eye Exam, Eye Health • July 27, 2023

Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Even if you can see clearly, you can develop eye problems. Family history can make you more at risk of eye diseases, making it essential to visit your optometrist regularly. One common eye disease is glaucoma, but is this condition hereditary? Glaucoma can be hereditary, depending on the type. The most common form of glaucoma,…

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Dry Eye, IPL therapy • July 27, 2023

IPL vs. Lipiflow for Dry Eye Treatment

If you have dry eyes, your eye doctor has several treatments to reduce your discomfort. They can recommend a treatment plan after determining the cause of your dry eyes. Your eye doctor may recommend IPL therapy or LipiFlow to improve your symptoms. Both treatments can remove blockages in your meibomian glands, but the recommended treatment…

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Contact Lenses • April 12, 2023

Can You Use Eye Drops with Contacts?

Whether you are a veteran at wearing contacts or just trying them for the first time, it’s important to always practice good contact lens care to help maintain healthy vision. Eye drops can be a useful tool to keep your eyes hydrated and healthy while wearing contacts. If you are a contact lens wearer, eye…

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Ortho-k • April 12, 2023

Will Ortho-K Improve Eyesight for Children?

Nearsightedness, or myopia, is one of Canada’s most prevalent ocular conditions, affecting 30% of Canadians, many of whom are children. Treatments like Ortho-K exist to help correct and provide a clearer vision for children with myopia. Learn more about ortho-k and how you can get treatment for your child by booking an appointment at Dr.…

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Digital Eyestrain • April 12, 2023

Can iPads Damage Children’s Eyes?

An Ontario study concluded that the COVID-19 pandemic saw an alarming increase in screen time among Canadian children. With the closure of schools and activities, many kids spend more time staring at a screen than playing outside. Screens and digital devices, like iPads, iPhones, and computers, can negatively impact your kid’s eyes when overused. Learn…

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Uncategorized • February 6, 2023

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lenses: How They Can Help Treat Myopia

While modern medicine has advanced greatly, there is still no permanent solution or cure for myopia or nearsightedness. There are, however, ways that Myopia can be treated which can have long term results and can noticeably slow down its progression. Orthokeratology (ortho-K) lenses are specially designed contact lenses that help to reshape the cornea while…

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Uncategorized • February 6, 2023

MiyoSmart Lenses for Treating Myopia in Children

It’s estimated that 30% of the population has myopia, more commonly referred to as nearsightedness, and that number is only growing. By 2050, it’s expected that almost 50% of the global population will have myopia. Many adults already treat myopia through corrective glasses or contact lenses. But optometrists and researchers are developing technology to help…

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Eye Exam, Eye Health, Myopia • November 25, 2022

Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Myopia or nearsightedness, as the name suggests, is when you can see close-up objects clearly. However, because the light entering the eye focuses before it reaches the retina instead of on it, objects farther away appear blurry. An estimated 30% of Canadians are myopic. Apart from the increase in numbers, myopia is also occurring at…

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When Is It Too Late to Treat Lazy Eye?

LipiFlow, IPL, & Radiofrequency Treatments: How Are They Different?

Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

IPL vs. Lipiflow for Dry Eye Treatment

Can You Use Eye Drops with Contacts?

Will Ortho-K Improve Eyesight for Children?

Can iPads Damage Children’s Eyes?

Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) Lenses: How They Can Help Treat Myopia

MiyoSmart Lenses for Treating Myopia in Children

Can Myopia Be Reversed?

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