Are you tired of dealing with glasses and contacts on a daily basis? If so, LASIK laser eye surgery may have caught your attention. This revolutionary procedure has helped millions achieve clear vision without needing corrective eyewear. But before you leap to book an appointment, it’s essential to know all the facts – including potential […]
Dry eyes are a common condition that affects people of all ages, and there are many different reasons why your eyes might be dry and uncomfortable—there’s not much worse than waking up with them. When your dry eyes are more than a symptom of being overtired, an eye exam can identify what the underlying problem […]
Concussions are more common than you may think, and they can have a significant effect on your life. They can cause headaches, blurry vision, light sensitivity, and more. Fortunately, vision therapy is able to help you recover faster from a concussion. How does it work? Vision therapy is a non-surgical and painless approach to treating […]
As device usage becomes more popular, so can digital eye strain. This common eye condition often feels like your eyes are heavy, tired, and irritated, and it’s caused by overworking your eyes. Eye strain typically lasts a few hours, but in some situations, it can last up to a few days. If your symptoms last […]
You’ve probably heard of bifocals, multifocals, and even progressive lenses. It seems like optometrists are always creating new forms of vision support and vision therapy these days! But what if your vision problems aren’t caused by a refractive error? For example, what if you’re dealing with double vision? Prism glasses might be able to help. […]
Glaucoma is one of Canada’s most common eye diseases and is known as “the silent thief of sight” because it often has little or no symptoms early on. While age is one of the leading risk factors in developing glaucoma, high eye pressure is also a significant risk factor because of the damage it can […]
Our eye health is nothing to take lightly. We only get 1 set of eyes, after all. You may think that getting eye exams is simply to ensure you can see clearly with up-to-date eyeglasses or contact lenses. And while your corrective prescription is certainly something your eye doctor can check during an eye exam, […]
Children learn, grow, and develop using their 5 senses—vision being an integral part of that learning. If your child is struggling with their visual skills, vision therapy could be a solution if there are problems with the brain-eye connection. Your little one could benefit from vision therapy if: They’re squinting a lot Get headaches often […]
Dry eyes aren’t simply an inconvenience. Untreated dry eye disease can affect your vision in several ways and can be extremely uncomfortable. There are multiple ways to treat dry eye, but the treatment plan that our optometrists recommend will ultimately depend on what’s causing the symptoms. Intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment uses pulses of light […]
Like many Canadians, you might be familiar with some of the uncomfortable symptoms of chronically dry eyes. But if you’ve only had mild cases until now, you might be less familiar with some of the ways dry eye can affect your vision. In addition to being uncomfortable, your eyes can become more sensitive to light […]
Your lifestyle, including your nutrition, can influence your health. You’ve been told to avoid excessive sugar, drink more water, and take vitamins to preserve your overall well-being. Your eyes are also affected by vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Omega-3 is one supplement that can help support your eye health, especially if you experience dry eyes. Dry […]
Anti-aging treatments are growing in popularity, and many Canadians, like yourself, may be interested in purchasing products and procedures that boast flawless skin and other anti-aging benefits. However, It’s important to set realistic expectations and speak with our staff at Aurora Eye Care to determine which products or services work best for your skin. For […]