I am in my 20s, why do I need regular eye exams?
There is a general misconception that if your eyesight has not changed then you don’t need an eye exam. To add to it, some patients feel...
What Causes Pink Eye?
Tis the season for Pink Eye. Winter is one of the times of the year that we often see a surge in cases of Pink Eye. So what is Pink Eye...
Optician, Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, Oh My!
I often get asked what is the difference between an Optician, Optometrist and Ophthalmologist? It can definitely get confusing as all...
What is Glaucoma?
Did you know that glaucoma is often called a "silent disease"? Generally we don't see any symptoms of glaucoma until the condition is...
Diabetes Awareness Month
Are you a type 1 or type 2 diabetic? Did you know that diabetes can have multiple effects on vision? Diabetes is a condition in which the...
Seeing 20/20 Isn't Everything
We generally think that seeing 20/20 is the most important aspect of vision. Seeing 20/20 means that at 20 feet you are able to see a...
Why your child's first eye should be at 6 months of age
The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends that your child's first eye exam be at 6 months of age. You might be thinking, well...
