With fall just around the corner, it’s the perfect moment to talk about caring for your eyes as the seasons shift. As daylight shortens and the air becomes cooler, many people notice changes in their eyes. The fall season brings its own challenges, including wildfire smoke, dry indoor air, and unexpected exposure to the sun. […]
The Pros and Cons of Coloured Contacts
We all want a change sometimes, and changing your eye colour with colored contact lenses is a fun and exciting experience. Whether you want to switch up your look or try something new, coloured contacts are a great option. But did you know that even non-prescription coloured contacts are considered medical devices. This means that […]
How Wildfires Can Impact Your Eyes
What is a Wildfire? Have you heard about the recent events in Ontario? Are you experiencing more sensitivity with your eyes? Here are the details. Wildfires, what are they? Wildfires occur in forests, grasslands, and other natural areas when they are uncontrolled. They can burn quickly and spread over large regions. This year Ontario has […]
How to Protect Your Eyes While Travelling
Seeing as summer is approaching, we thought it would be useful to talk about eyecare and travel as well. It’s fun to travel and to try new things in new cities. But with all the planning and packing, many people forget about something very important—eye care. How can travelling affect your eyes? Travelling puts your […]
The Importance of UV Protection
As summer gets closer, it’s a great time to learn why UV protection is so important. Most people think about using sunscreen to protect their skin from the sun, but did you know your eyes need protection too? UV, or ultraviolet light, radiates from the sun and can damage your eyes over time – even […]
Understanding Ocular Migraines: Symptoms, Triggers, and Eye Health Tips
If migraines are new to you, seeing zig-zag lines, kaleidoscope patterns, and flickering lights might leave you wondering if this is normal. You’re not alone, and your eyes might be giving you an important clue! Welcome to the world of ocular migraines, a condition that can be disruptive and most often misunderstood. What are […]
Do Blue Light Glasses Help with Digital Eye Strain? What the Research Suggests
Let’s be honest, we’re all glued to our phones. Whether it’s scrolling through TikTok first thing in the morning or answering emails late at night. As much as technology has made life easier, it has also brought a new form of eye strain we weren’t prepared for. There is plenty of buzz around blue light […]
How to Manage Seasonal Eye Allergies: Tips for Relief and Prevention
The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the leaves are sprouting … but your eyes are red and itchy! You eagerly await spring’s beautiful weather after a long, cold winter, only to be met with the frustration of allergy season. During this time of the year, the trees, grass, and weeds release pollen […]
Seeing Clearly at Night: Understanding and Managing Night Blindness
Do you ever find it difficult to see while driving at night or walking in dim places? This might indicate you are experiencing night blindness, also known as nyctalopia. But don’t worry! We’ll explore what causes it, how it’s detected, and what you can do to manage it! What Is Night Blindness? Even though night […]
What is an OCT?
An OCT retinal scan (Optical Coherence Tomography) is an imaging procedure that eye doctors use to examine the layers of the retina, the thin tissue at the back of the eye that detects light and sends information to the brain. You can think of it as an “X-ray” for your retina, but instead of harmful […]
