Dry eyes can interfere with daily life, making activities like reading, working, or spending time outdoors uncomfortable. One common cause of dry eye symptoms is clogged meibomian glands, which play a crucial role in keeping your eyes hydrated and comfortable. Treatment options such as intense pulsed light therapy and iLux are designed to target blockages […]
Have you ever stepped outside on a crisp winter morning only to find your eyes watering uncontrollably? You’re not alone. While there are several contributing factors, the primary reason your eyes water in cold weather is because cold air causes evaporation, which causes your eyes to tear up in order to maintain the proper lubrication. […]
One of the most common eye conditions affecting Canadians is dry eye disease. This condition is characterized by a dry, gritty sensation over the eye’s surface, and can feel almost as if there’s something in the eye. Ongoing dry eyes can lead to several other eye complications, but floaters aren’t one of them. Dry eyes […]
Whether you’re dealing with dry eyes, allergies, or even glaucoma, you may have needed eye drops before. They’re an excellent way to lubricate the eyes, find relief from burning, and keep your vision clear and healthy. However, it’s important to treat your eye drops like all other medications and make sure you’re using them safely. […]
If you’ve ever noticed a gritty and burning sensation, almost as if there’s a piece of sand trapped underneath your eyelid, you likely had dry eye disease. This is an extremely common eye condition that can cause symptoms ranging from discomfort to blurry vision, and while it’s treatable, it affects millions of people every day. […]
If your eyes have ever felt like they were burning or like there’s a piece of sand trapped under your eyelid, you may have been experiencing dry eye disease. Dry eye symptoms can be common, but they can also be very treatable with dry eye therapy. Dry eye therapy may include at-home solutions like eye […]
For millions of Canadians, dry eye disease can be a source of pain and irritation. With that many people suffering from this common condition, if you don’t have it yourself, you likely know someone in your family who does. Dry eye can affect people differently, and blurriness could be a sign you should start looking […]
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 […]
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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.
