Our vision is a valuable component of well-being and vision requires ongoing care. Changes in our vision and changing eyeglass needs are a natural part of growing older. However, certain eye conditions can also impair visual clarity. Glaucoma and cataracts are two of the most common eye conditions affecting Canadians. While they both can affect […]
Sunglasses are more than just a fashion statement—they are essential for protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays. But what happens when your trusty shades get scratched? Those tiny marks can obscure your vision and take the shine off your favorite pair. Fortunately, with the right techniques, you can minimize or even remove scratches from […]
With more of us spending long hours in front of screens—whether for work or leisure—many people are turning to computer glasses to help with conditions that cause eye discomfort, including dry eyes. These glasses are specially designed to reduce glare and block blue light from digital devices, which can contribute to strain. Computer glasses are […]
You might consider an eye exam just another check-up to make sure you have the right prescription for your glasses or contacts. However, a comprehensive eye exam can reveal more than vision issues. Eye exams help maintain good eyesight and eye health by detecting eye diseases such as: Many eye diseases can go undiagnosed until […]
Your vision is one of your most precious senses. Unfortunately, your eyes are not always going to be perfectly healthy. Eye conditions, such as glaucoma and cataracts can, and often do, develop gradually over time, leading to long-term vision loss. So what’s the difference between glaucoma and cataracts? Glaucoma is a subtle group of complex […]
Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that can lead to permanent blindness if left untreated. It can damage your optic nerve, which is responsible for carrying visual information from your eye to your brain. While the exact cause of glaucoma is not fully understood, there are known risk factors that can increase a person’s likelihood […]
When it comes to protecting your eyes and ensuring clear vision, prescription sunglasses are an excellent choice. To get prescription sunglasses, visit our optometrists at Downtown Vision Care to have your vision tested and to ensure your pair of sunglasses are personalized according to your needs. Prescription sunglasses are great for anyone who wears glasses […]
Screen use is hard for many of our patients to avoid, and is in many cases essential to daily life. Whether you’re working late into the night on your next project or unwinding by watching multiple episodes of your favourite show, your risk of experiencing digital eye strain can increase. Eye strain can last for […]
If you’ve ever felt a burning or stinging sensation in your eyes while going about daily tasks, you may have experienced dry eye disease. It’s one of the most common eye conditions and can affect nearly anyone. So, what can you do? The first step to any treatment is uncovering the cause. A dry eye […]
In case you’re not familiar, diabetes is a condition where your body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t effectively use the insulin it does produce. This leads to high blood sugar levels, which can cause many of health problems if left unchecked. This includes your eyes. Unfortunately, many of the most common diabetic eye […]
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Blinking is something we do without thinking, until it starts to hurt. If you have been asking yourself, “Why do my eyes hurt when I blink?” you are not alone.Pain while blinking can be annoying, distracting, and in some cases, a sign that something is not quite right with your eye health. The most common […]
Wearing contact lenses can be an incredible convenience, offering clear vision without the hassle of glasses. However, this convenience comes at a price for many—dry eyes. Several things can cause dry eyes with contacts, including: You are not alone if you have experienced that burning, gritty, irritating sensation after wearing contacts. Dry eyes are one […]
When people think of eye exams, they immediately think of eye charts and prescription lenses. While these tools play a valuable role in vision care, a comprehensive eye exam includes much more. The goal is to gain detailed insights into your overall eye health, and a visual field test—something many people may be unfamiliar with—is […]
Blinking is something we do without thinking, until it starts to hurt. If you have been asking yourself, “Why do my eyes hurt when I blink?” you are not alone.Pain while blinking can be annoying, distracting, and in some cases, a sign that something is not quite right with your eye health. The most common […]
Wearing contact lenses can be an incredible convenience, offering clear vision without the hassle of glasses. However, this convenience comes at a price for many—dry eyes. Several things can cause dry eyes with contacts, including: You are not alone if you have experienced that burning, gritty, irritating sensation after wearing contacts. Dry eyes are one […]
When people think of eye exams, they immediately think of eye charts and prescription lenses. While these tools play a valuable role in vision care, a comprehensive eye exam includes much more. The goal is to gain detailed insights into your overall eye health, and a visual field test—something many people may be unfamiliar with—is […]
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