Dry eye disease (DED) is a common eye condition affecting millions worldwide. It’s characterized by symptoms such as dryness, itching, redness, and a gritty feeling in the eyes. While various treatments are available, intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a promising and relatively new option. IPL uses pulses of high-intensity light to target and treat […]
Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears are insufficient to provide lubrication, hydration, or nourishment to the eyes. It results in symptoms like stinging, burning, eye redness, and blurry vision. Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy effectively treats dry eyes and provides comfort and relief. But what is IPL exactly, and […]
If you’ve ever felt like there’s a burning, gritty, or dry sensation in your eye, you may be experiencing dry eye syndrome. This is a common condition that can lead to irritation and discomfort. But can it cause blurriness? Dry eye syndrome affects your tears, which are needed for your eye to be protected, hydrated, and […]
When it comes to contact lenses, it’s important to know when they need to be replaced. Wearing expired contact lenses can cause serious eye infections and other health risks. That’s why it’s important to understand how to properly care for your contacts and when to get new contact lenses. Contact lenses do expire, and the […]
Macular degeneration, commonly called age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a common eye condition that typically develops in your senior years. As this condition progresses, it can lead to the loss of your clear central vision, making it essential to visit your optometrist for eye exams regularly. But what are the early warning signs of this […]
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Screen time and close-up work have become a major part of our daily lives. And while evidence of the connection between screen time and myopia, or nearsightedness, is mixed, there’s no denying myopia is becoming a more common condition worldwide. As a parent, you want to support your child’s healthy vision, and for kids with […]
Dealing with dry eyes can be extremely frustrating. That gritty, burning, or sandy sensation on your eyes can be irritating and uncomfortable while affecting all aspects of your day-to-day life. This condition is more common than most people think, and fortunately there are many ways to help treat dry eye syndrome. Aside from regular visits […]
Nearsightedness and farsightedness are common refractive errors affecting people of all ages. Nearsightedness is a condition where a person can see nearby objects clearly, but distant objects appear blurry. Farsightedness is the opposite, where a person can see distant objects clearly, but nearby objects appear blurry. When detected early, myopia control is an effective method […]
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Waking up with a gritty, burning sensation in the eye is a surefire way to make a morning more difficult than it has to be. If you experience this most morning, you’re probably dealing with dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome, also known as dry eye disease or simply dry eye, can cause discomfort and […]
Our eyes are one of our most important features, allowing us to see and perceive the world around us. But what many people might not recognize is how directly our vision is linked to our ability to learn. As a result, vision problems can significantly impact a child’s learning potential, making it difficult to read, […]
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Our AMD clinic takes advantage of modern technology and our experience to assist with patient education and managing age-related macular degeneration. We are proud to be an AMD Centre of Excellence through continued efforts of managing and understanding AMD.
Vision therapy isn’t just about improving your vision. It’s a personalized training program that can address underlying problems that contribute to eye strain, headaches, and even difficulties with focusing and reading.
Our team is by your side throughout the laser eye surgery process. Whether you’re considering LASIK or PRK, we can help determine if you’re a good candidate for laser eye surgery. We also schedule follow-up appointments post-surgery to monitor your recovery.
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We are located across from the Couchiching Golf & Country Club in beautiful Orillia. There’s plenty of parking available outside the clinic.
