I feel discomfort in my eye when blinking. Is it serious?Blinking is a reflex we rarely think about, yet we do it approximately 15 to 20 times per minute. It is the body’s way of keeping our eyes lubricated and clearing away dust and debris. However, when this simple,...
What Causes Astigmatism to Worsen? Our Optometrist Answers Your Questions! Do you find yourself squinting at your computer? Does blurry vision make road signs hard to read, no matter how close you get? You might be dealing with astigmatism, one of the most common...
Sleep Tight with Hydration All Night Introducing Biotrue® Night Time Relief for Dry Eyes Biotrue eye gel drops for night time relief are truly hydrating that use naturally inspired features in the formula to help eyes stay hydrated and happy. Discover the...
"New Glasses Headache" Explained: Getting a new pair of prescription glasses should be an exciting moment, a step toward sharper, clearer and comfortable vision. However, for some, this experience is accompanied by unwelcome side effects: a persistent headache,...
Introducing Sports Goggles for all Activities 43,000 sports-related eye injuries in North America last year… up 33% from 2023. Did you hear that? That’s not just a stat — that’s someone getting hurt over something totally preventable. NEW Euta Safety Sports Goggle...
Eye twitching during pregnancy: Why does it happen and should you see an eye doctor? Pregnancy is a time of profound change for your body, bringing with it a host of new experiences and symptoms. While some, like morning sickness and cravings, are widely discussed,...
Introducing ACUVUE® OASYS MAX 1-Day for Astigmatism ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day MULTIFOCAL for ASTIGMATISM With adults now spending 13+ hours on digital screens each day, life demands more from our eyes than ever.1 An aging eye requires intense demands, which leads to...
Sleeping with Eyes Open (Lagophthalmos): What Is It, And Is It Bad? What Is Lagophthalmos? Lagophthalmos is a medical term used to describe when a person is unable to close their eyelids completely while sleeping.¹ The condition affects one or both eyes and is common...
Introducing Medicard - Need Financing? What is Medicard? When someone makes a large purchase (eyeglasses, contact lenses, eye care services etc.), they may not be able to pay the full invoice upfront. Medicard helps them pay off the invoice over several months to make...
Does OHIP Pay for Eye Exams? How Does OHIP Work?OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan) takes care of many health services, including eye examinations that meet certain requirements such as ages 19 and younger to ages 65 and older. Below, we will answer common questions...
