Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. It is estimated that over 60 million people have glaucoma world wide. Glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to the optic nerve at the back of the eye and results in reduced peripheral vision. The reduction in peripheral vision can be devastating to vision. The biggest […]
The most likely answer to that question is a stye. The medical term for a stye is a hordeolum. Almost all of us will get at least one hordeolum in our lifetime. Some of us will get them regularly. A stye is not really an infection, it is just a plugged meibomian gland. A meibomian gland is an […]
Halloween is a fun day! Kids get to stay up late, hang out with their friends, eat lots of candy and pick the perfect costume. Adults often get to do the same things. Choosing a Halloween costume often includes choosing a wig, mask, face paint and even creepy cosmetic contact lenses. The Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) […]
If you have been coming to Downtown Vision Care for eye exams, you know that we have taken a retinal photograph of the back of your eye for more than 25 years. This retinal photograph is so important for monitoring changes in pigment spots/freckles/nevi, monitoring changes in the optic nerve (for glaucoma) or macula (for […]
t the end of an eye exam, I always ask if the person has any questions. A couple of years ago, for the first time, someone asked: “what is the most important thing I should do to keep my eyes healthy?” Without even thinking, I said, “wear good sunglasses.” That got me to thinking…why don’t […]
I get asked this question almost daily, and the short answer is no! I get asked this question almost daily, and the short answer is no! Much to do has been made in the last couple of years about the damaging effects of blue light from our computers and phones on our eyes. This worry […]
Red, Itchy, Watery Eyes Spring is here, or at least will be here soon. This is my favourite time of year. The birds return, the grass and trees turn bright, fresh green and carefree summer will soon follow. However, I also dread this time of year just a little bit because my eyes get red, […]
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If you have recently stumbled upon an old pair of glasses while cleaning out a drawer, you might wonder, “Can I still wear these?” This is a perfectly reasonable question, especially if your current glasses are scratched, lost, or broken. It is tempting to use old glasses in a pinch, but outdated lenses are not […]
Cataracts can significantly impact your quality of daily life—including your nightlife. For those with cataracts, heading out after sunset can feel a little more challenging. Streetlights may seem hazier, headlights may have a sharper glare, and once-clear views may now appear dim and blurred. Cataracts affect night vision by clouding the eye’s natural lens, which […]
At Downtown Vision Care, we understand that in today’s technology-driven workplace, many professionals experience discomfort after long hours of screen use. This condition, commonly referred to as digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome, manifests with symptoms such as dry eye disease, blurry vision, headaches, and even neck or shoulder pain. With the increasing prevalence […]
If you have recently stumbled upon an old pair of glasses while cleaning out a drawer, you might wonder, “Can I still wear these?” This is a perfectly reasonable question, especially if your current glasses are scratched, lost, or broken. It is tempting to use old glasses in a pinch, but outdated lenses are not […]
Cataracts can significantly impact your quality of daily life—including your nightlife. For those with cataracts, heading out after sunset can feel a little more challenging. Streetlights may seem hazier, headlights may have a sharper glare, and once-clear views may now appear dim and blurred. Cataracts affect night vision by clouding the eye’s natural lens, which […]
At Downtown Vision Care, we understand that in today’s technology-driven workplace, many professionals experience discomfort after long hours of screen use. This condition, commonly referred to as digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome, manifests with symptoms such as dry eye disease, blurry vision, headaches, and even neck or shoulder pain. With the increasing prevalence […]
