Spring arrives, and suddenly your eyes feel like sandpaper. You blink constantly, tears stream down your face, and that persistent itch makes you want to rub your eyes raw. Eye allergies can turn beautiful outdoor days into misery. You can find relief from eye allergies through 5 effective solutions: Our team at Stoney Creek Optometry […]
A stye is a painful, red bump on your eyelid that can hurt when you touch it and make blinking uncomfortable. While this frustrating condition can be quite bothersome, there are several effective methods you can try at home to speed up healing. While you can’t completely eliminate a stye overnight, consistent warm compress treatment […]
Feeling a twinge of pain every time you blink can be distracting and uncomfortable. It’s a common experience that can make you worry about your overall eye health. There are many potential reasons for this discomfort, and understanding them is the first step toward relief. Pain when you blink is often caused by common issues […]
You’ve probably noticed that many of your favourite apps and websites now offer a “dark mode” option. This setting swaps the typical black text on a white background for light-coloured text on a dark screen. While many people find the look sleek and modern, you might wonder if it’s better for your vision, especially if […]
Scratched eyeglasses are more than just a small annoyance. They can blur your vision, contribute to symptoms of digital eye strain, and generally make it difficult to focus. Scratches are also often a sign you might need new glasses. Many popular home remedies can cause more harm than good, and polishing lenses can alter your […]
If you’ve never had a comprehensive eye exam before, you might be wondering how long one takes and what’s involved. For many first-time patients, the unknowns can make scheduling an exam feel intimidating. However, an eye exam can be one of the most important steps you can take for both your vision and your overall […]
Vision is something most people don’t think about until it starts to change. Often, those changes happen gradually, making it easy to overlook symptoms that could indicate a need for corrective lenses. Sometimes you can tell by frequent headaches, blurry vision, or tired eyes after a long day that you might need glasses. Learning to […]
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 […]
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.
