The cold weather months bring snow, sleet, and dry air. Winter walking, skating, and other outdoor activities often come with watery eyes that make your eyes red, makeup smudge, and make you look sad when you’re not. An eye exam can ease your eye health concerns, but watering eyes are typical in cold weather. As […]
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Can Diabetes Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
Worldwide, the number of people with diabetes is rising. Today, there are more than 5.7 million Canadians living with diagnosed diabetes, and approximately one-third of Canadians already have diabetes or prediabetes and don’t know it. […]
What Should I Expect at My Child’s Eye Exam?
Taking your child to their first eye exam can be an exciting, but nerve-wracking experience. No parent wants their child to struggle with learning issues, since 80% of what they learn is visual. The good news is that eye exams are the most effective way to detect and treat eye conditions and diseases, so taking […]
The Importance of an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Explained – Part 2
Optic Nerve Changes and Glaucoma The optic nerve is made of nerve fibers that travel directly from the brain. Changes in the thickness of the optic nerve have been found to correlate with glaucoma. Glaucoma can create visual field loss. Glaucoma is one of the most common conditions affecting the optic nerve. It can be […]
The Importance of an OCT Scan
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Explained – Part 1 The Macula – Our Central Vision The macula is a pigmented area at the back of the eye, your retina. This is the area that we use to read and see fine detail. The macula is responsible for clear central vision. The OCT scan provides a cross […]
Cataract Surgery Correlates to Longer Life
Believe it or not, women have a higher risk of getting cataracts than men. A study shows women who have had their cataracts removed benefit not only from improved vision, but also longer life. They had a lower chance of dying early – for any reason! One of the scariest senses to lose is your […]