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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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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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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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Why Are My Eyes Red When I Wake Up?

If the alarm clock waking you up before dawn isn't enough, walking into the bathroom and looking in the mirror to find a bloodshot-eyed version of yourself staring back at you isn't a good way to start the day.  Waking up with red eyes often comes with discomfort and concern as to what is happening…
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Are You a Candidate for Ortho K?

What Is Ortho-K? Eye surgery fixes eye issues such as myopia or astigmatism by reshaping the cornea—commonly with a laser. But even with leaps and bounds that science has made regarding laser eye surgery, it's still invasive, no matter how minimally. There's healing time, and reinjury sometimes becomes easier depending on the type of surgery…
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5 Tips to Treat Blepharitis At Home

Blepharitis is an uncomfortable condition that affects many Canadians. Fortunately, there are several home remedies you can try. If those don’t work, there are a few therapies your optometrist may be able to perform, which we’ll take a look at below. Other than some occasional blurriness, blepharitis poses little risk to your vision by itself.…
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Children Eye Exam, Contact Lenses, Ortho-k •

What Lens is Used For Myopia Management?

There are many options for treating myopia, including glasses and contact lenses. While regular lenses can help correct myopia and provide clearer vision, specialized lenses can help manage myopia progression. What lens does your eye doctor use when managing myopia progression?  Continue reading to learn about myopia, including what lenses are available to manage this…
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What To Expect From Comprehensive Eye Exam?

While most people know what an eye exam is, they may not know what to expect during their appointment. The tests your eye doctor performs during your eye exam help catch early signs of eye disease and assess your vision. What can you expect during your next eye exam?  Continue reading to learn more about…

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