Eye exams are essential for maintaining long-term vision and detecting early signs of serious health conditions. They not only help identify refractive errors like nearsightedness or astigmatism, but also reveal underlying health issues that might otherwise go unnoticed—such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or even brain tumours. But it’s also important to know what you […]
Are you puzzled by the term “refraction” that pops up during every eye exam? You’re not alone! Understanding what refraction means and why it matters can help anyone who wants clear, comfortable vision. Refraction refers to how light bends. A refractive error occurs when light is bent incorrectly by the eye, causing a person’s vision […]
When switching from glasses to contact lenses, it’s natural to wonder if your glasses prescription can do double duty for both. The answer is no. While both correct your vision, they do so in different ways. Contact lens prescriptions are tailored to account for lenses that sit directly on your eyes, and glasses prescriptions are […]
Have you ever woken up with red, uncomfortable eyes? If so, you’re not alone. Both pink eye and styes are common eye conditions. They can present with similar symptoms, but they are completely different conditions. Pink eye (or conjunctivitis) mainly affects the conjunctiva, a thin membrane that covers the white part of the eye (sclera). […]
Blurred vision can make everyday activities—from reading road signs to enjoying a good book—feel unnecessarily challenging. If you or someone in your family has been told you have myopia or astigmatism, understanding the differences between these 2 common vision conditions can make a world of difference in managing your eye health. Here’s the key distinction: […]
When temperatures drop and snow blankets the ground, sunglasses may not top your list of winter accessories—but they should. Many associate sunglasses with blazing summer heat, but they are just as vital during the colder months. So, you should wear sunglasses in the winter to protect your eyes from the sun’s potential harm when doing […]
Routine eye exams are pivotal to maintaining good ocular health and vision, but the cost of these visits can be a barrier to care. In Ontario, there is no one fixed rate for eye exams. Factors like the type of exam, technology used, location, and optometrist expertise all influence the overall cost of the visit. […]
Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that can loom over the life of someone with diabetes as a silent threat to vision and quality of life. It’s a leading cause of blindness in adults, and for people with diabetes, understanding and addressing this condition can be crucial. Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high blood sugar levels cause […]
Optical coherence tomography, or OCT, is an innovative approach to modern eye care. These scans can take in-depth cross-sectional images of your eye to detect all kinds of eye conditions, all during a regular comprehensive eye exam. But as amazing as this technology is, how much does it cost to get an OCT scan? Does […]
Visible redness, watery eyes, inflammation—that sounds like pink eye. This eye condition is more common than people think and can be caused by several different possible factors. However, the symptoms it causes are also similar to other eye conditions, so some people may self-diagnose pink eye incorrectly. Conditions that are commonly misdiagnosed as pink eye […]
Life can get busy, and we want to help simplify your eye care experience. We are conveniently located on all major bus routes, provide free parking, have extended evening and Saturday hours, and offer direct billing to most insurance companies. We implement our extensive experience and innovative technology into our eye exams to ensure your visit is a productive one.
Our clinic is located on Queenston Road, right next to Fortinos Plaza in the prestigious Stoney Creek Professional Arts Building.
