Orthokeratology (ortho-k) lenses are specialty contacts designed for myopia control in children and young adults. They’re worn overnight and gently reshape the cornea to change how light reflects inside the eye, reducing the need for glasses during the day. They have also been shown to slow myopia progression by about 41–45% in children aged 7–13. […]
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Winter or cold weather presents some unique challenges when it comes to keeping your eyes protected and healthy. The dryer air and increased risk of overexposure to ultraviolet light are some of the things you need to be prepared to protect your eyes from. Here are four ways to protect your eyes from the cold. […]
Vision therapy is something that we are proud to offer our community. As leaders in this space, we believe that Neuro Visual Training is an underutilized tool that can help many kids not only look and see better, but also to improve their self-esteem and academic performance. If your child has an eye alignment problem […]
Okay, so eyeglasses may not be as sleek as a sports car or as exciting as skydiving, but there’s still a lot happening in the eyewear industry that’s worth getting excited about. Here’s a rundown of some cool things happening in eyewear that you may not know about: Enchroma Colour-Correcting Lenses Bring Colour to the […]
It’s mid-July, and it’s hot! Another bright, humid summer is here and that means many people all over the GTA are flocking to the beaches, waterparks, and cottages to enjoy a respite from the heat. If you’re planning on spending a lot of time outdoors this summer, you want to make sure your eyes are […]
Our eyes are sensitive organs and it is imperative that we protect them. While most people understand how physical or chemical harm could befall our eyes, a surprisingly large number of people don’t realize that one of the greatest threats to our eyes is the Sun. The sun emits a constant stream of ultraviolet light, […]
Transition lenses – lenses that become darker when exposed to sunlight – are not a new invention. First released in the 1960s, they have become increasingly sophisticated in the five decades since their introduction. Many people require prescription eyeglasses to correct their vision. This same prescription applies to any type of corrective lens, yet many […]
Dealing With Eye Allergies: How to Find Relief From Your Symptoms For many people, the coming of spring and summer also mean the coming of seasonal allergies. It can make the warm weather bittersweet, as seasonal allergy symptoms make people miserable despite the beautiful weather outside. In Canada, it is estimated that as many as […]
Many common allergens can affect the eyes, including pollen, animal fur and dander, and food-related allergies. On the surface of the eye, between the eyelid and the eye, a special type of mucus protects the eye from many microscopic particles. However, if a particle does make it through this mucus, it can cause an eye […]
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