Some of the most common conditions children can experience are a lazy eye and strabismus. These conditions can worsen their vision, making it harder to learn and play. If your child has a lazy eye, is it the same as having strabismus? Continue reading to learn more about these conditions, including what they are, how […]
Can High Myopia Be Corrected?
You may have heard of myopia or nearsightedness—a refractive error in which you can clearly see nearby objects and distant objects appear blurry. But have you heard about high myopia? High myopia is severe myopia that requires a higher prescription for correction. And because it generally begins in childhood, routine children’s eye exams are essential […]
Can Vision Problems Cause Motion Sickness?
Motion sickness can make travelling a poor experience due to nausea, headaches, and dizziness. You wouldn’t typically visit your optometrist for motion sickness, but can this condition have a connection to your eyes? If you experience motion sickness, can an eye problem be the cause? Continue reading to learn more about motion sickness, including if […]
4 Ways To Slow the Progression of Myopia
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, happens when your eyes have trouble focusing on far-away objects. Typically, light enters your eye, goes through your cornea, iris, and lens, and then lands on your retina, sending signals to your brain through the optic nerve. With myopia, light lands in front of your retina instead of directly on […]
Astigmatism vs. Myopia: What’s the Difference?
Understanding Astigmatism & Myopia Our eyes are unique. Like snowflakes or fingerprints, our eyes have individual shapes and sizes. However, most eyes have a lot in common, as there are features essential for functioning vision and eye health. But occasionally, some of these differences can change how our eyes work. Astigmatism and myopia are examples […]
What Do Your Eyes Do if You Have a Concussion?
If you or a loved one has had a concussion, you’ll know the road to recovery can vary by case, depending on the severity and site of the injury. Concussions can result in visual side effects, so it’s essential to reach out to an optometrist for a comprehensive eye exam to confirm your visual health […]
Winter Newsletter
🎊 Happy New Year!🎊 In the first edition of our newsletter for 2022, we will share our new name, some goodbyes and hellos from our team, a beautiful new eyewear line we have introduced at both of our locations and an update […]
Summer Newsletter
Dear patients, Happy summer! We hope everyone is well and enjoying the delightful weather. This edition will cover dry eye disease, our new imaging equipment in Bolton, and the latest updates about […]
Spring 2021 Newsletter
Welcome to the Spring edition of our newsletter! We hope everyone is well and staying safe. In this edition, we would like to introduce some new eyewear brands, and share a recent […]
Winter 2020/2021 Newsletter
✨ Happy New Year! ✨We hope you enjoyed some time off during the holidays to rest and relax! This edition of our newsletter will cover the importance of comprehensive eye examinations […]