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How Often Should You Use Eye Drops for Dry Eyes?

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Are you feeling the sting of dry eye? You’re not alone. Around 6 million adult Canadians struggle with dry eye, making it one of the most common eye issues people can experience across the country. One of its leading causes is meibomian gland dysfunction, which blocks the glands responsible for producing the oil content in […]

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What Lens Can Be Used For Myopia Control?

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Myopia can affect your child’s vision and worsen with time, placing their eye health at risk. However, your eye doctor can help correct your child’s vision and slow myopia progression with specialized treatments. If your child has myopia, what lenses can help control this condition?  Continue reading to learn about myopia, including what treatments are […]

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Are Prescription Sunglasses Worth It?

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Even on the sunniest of days, clear vision is necessary—but so is protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays. Fortunately, you can get the best of both worlds with prescription sunglasses.  Prescription sunglasses are worth it for many people, as they provide clear vision, UV protection, and stylish functionality in one convenient package. Whether you’re […]

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How to See Better When Driving at Night

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Driving at night can be a completely different experience compared to driving in daylight hours. For instance, headlights from oncoming vehicles might feel blinding, and subtle changes in the road’s surface can be harder to detect. If you’ve ever felt your confidence waver behind the wheel at night, know that you are not alone.  But […]

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Can Myopia Improve with Age?

A child with myopia sitting on the couch, holding a cell phone close to their face and squinting.

If you struggle to see distant objects but don’t have a problem with nearby vision, you could be dealing with myopia, also known as nearsightedness. Though it’s highly treatable, myopia is a lifelong condition that can get more severe over time. Myopia typically does not improve with age. However, it does tend to slow or […]

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Can You Treat Eye Cataracts Without Surgery?

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While it’s a common question, especially among those wary of medical procedures, there is currently no effective way to treat cataracts without surgery. Lifestyle changes and visual aids may help manage early symptoms and delay progression, but surgery remains the only proven method to restore clear vision. Cataracts are among the most common age-related vision […]

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Contact Lenses vs. Glasses: Which Should You Choose?

A person holding multiple contact lens cases and packaging in their hands.

Choosing between contact lenses and glasses often depends on personal preference. Both options can help correct vision, yet each has unique advantages and considerations. Whether you’re thinking about switching to contacts or debating whether to stick with glasses, understanding the pros and cons of each can help you make an informed choice.  In most cases, […]

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What is Retinalogik?

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Retinalogik is a virtual reality based headset utilizing AI and cutting-edge diagnostic technology that allows optometrists to test and detect some eye diseases. By integrating AI+VR, this non-invasive device can test visual fields, visual acuity, colour vision, and contrast sensitivity in a comfortable and safe manner. Its visual field capabilities allow for progression analysis and detection […]

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Can I Do Vision Therapy at Home?

Patient visiting the optometrist to monitor their eye condition through vision therapy.

Vision therapy is a structured treatment plan designed to improve how the eyes work together and how the brain processes visual information. It is often recommended for conditions such as amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (eye misalignment), convergence insufficiency, and other binocular vision issues. Vision therapy can be done at home, but it typically works best […]

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Can Eyes Recover from UV Damage?

Our eyes are precious, yet they are often overlooked when it comes to sun protection. While many diligently apply sunscreen and wear sunglasses, protecting our eyes from harmful UV rays isn’t always on our minds. But it should be.  Prolonged exposure to UV light can lead to short and long-term eye damage. Fortunately, our eyes […]

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Our office can be found off of Major MacKenzie Drive West in the same plaza as the Medical Centre and Tim Hortons. The location of our office is 965 Major Mackenzie Dr. West, Units 3 & 4.

Hours of Operation

Monday:
9:00 AM 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM 6:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM 7:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM 3:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed

Our Address

  • 965 Major Mackenzie Dr. West, Units 3 & 4
  • Vaughan, ON L6A 4P8

Contact Information

*Friday by appointment only.

**We are closed on the Saturdays of long weekends and holidays.

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