If you’ve worn glasses for any length of time, you’ll know how annoying it is to try and look through smudges or dirt on your lenses. It can make it difficult to see but can dirty glasses cause eye strain? The short answer is yes, it can. With eye strain comes all sorts of uncomfortable […]
Investing in a new pair of glasses is more than just a fashion statement. It’s a conscious move towards improved vision, eye health, and quality of life. However, next time you’re thinking about updating your eyewear, make sure you’re visiting your optometrist. But why? Remember—your optometrist is an eye care professional, and buying glasses from […]
Unlike regular eyeglasses, which utilize a single prescription, progressive lenses incorporate several prescriptions into one lens. Each viewing zone is ideal for different distances—such as distant, intermediate, and nearby. […]
When choosing the right glasses, you want to select something that fits your lifestyle and makes a statement about who you are. With so many styles, shapes, and materials to choose from, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Just like for clothes and shoes, accessories like eyewear also follow trends. Eyewear you’ll […]
If you notice squinting, headaches, eye fatigue, or you have trouble reading or seeing at night, these could be signs it’s time to make an appointment for glasses. Your optometrist can examine your eyes and find the prescription that will help you see clearer. […]
Eyeglasses can do much more than correct your vision. They are also an accessory that adds to your appearance and image. You may not be able to turn back the hands of time, but you can make yourself look younger with the help of a great pair of eyeglasses. Not every pair of eyeglasses will […]
You may be tempted to find the cheapest pair of glasses regardless of how they fit. However, glasses must fit your face. When you buy from a professional like an optometrist or optician, you gain the advantage of their knowledge on how the frames should fit. Suppose you’re the lone wolf type and prefer to […]
If you’ve had the same prescription and glasses for several years, it can bring some feelings of apprehension when it comes to adjusting to new glasses. But the downsides to not changing can be much more than the time it may take your eyes to adjust. There is no set “adjustment period” for new glasses. […]
York Mills Eye Care
