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Do Contact Lenses Expire?

A woman using her left index finger to pull her eyelid down while she puts a contact lens on her right eye with her right hand

Yes, contact lenses do expire. During a contact lens fitting, you’ll learn that wearing them past expiration can harm your eyes. Even unopened contacts can go bad when it’s past their expiration date.  The expiration date of soft contact lenses is usually around 4 years from the date manufacturers package them, but the exact date […]

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Does Ortho-K Improve Eyesight?

"A woman holding an ortho-k contact lens in focus in the foreground with half of her face out of focus in the background."

Ortho-k, also known as orthokeratology, is a common myopia control treatment that involves using specialty contact lenses to achieve temporary vision correction. When worn at night, ortho-k lenses can help slow myopia for children and improve vision for people of all ages without the need for additional vision correction during the day.  Myopia is one […]

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Screen Time Recommendations for Children

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Kids are constantly being exposed to screens through laptops, smartphones, tablets, and more, which may negatively affect their ocular health.  Studies have shown that increased screen time can lead to ocular issues like myopia progression or other potentially harmful vision conditions. To mitigate these risks, the Canadian Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society […]

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Are Any Vitamins Good for Macular Degeneration?

Different types of vitamins and supplements are on shelves in a pharmacy. utritional supplements and a diet high in antioxidants, among other healthy lifestyle choices, can help prevent macular degeneration or slow its progression.

Macular degeneration is a common eye condition and the leading cause of vision loss for older adults. Since it can progress at different speeds for different people, it’s crucial to have regular eye exams so your optometrist can track its progression. There’s no way to reverse macular degeneration. However, nutritional supplements and a diet high […]

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Do Contact Lenses Dry Your Eyes?

A face of a woman is pointing at her eye with colored contact lenses.

If you wear contacts, you may have experienced dry, uncomfortable eyes at some point. This is a common problem among contact lens wearers, and it can range from mild irritation to severe discomfort. So, why do contacts sometimes dry out your eyes, and what can you do about it? Contact lenses can interfere with the […]

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When Is It Too Late to Treat Lazy Eye?

A boy wearing special eyewear covering his left eye and wearing a blue and red colored headset while undergoing treatment for Amblyopia in front of a computer.

There is a widespread belief that a lazy eye can only be treated until the age of 8. Unfortunately, people who are older than that may be denied access to effective treatment due to this myth, which has been thoroughly researched and proven to be false. Lazy eye treatment should begin as soon as possible, […]

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How to Slow the Progression of Myopia in Children

A boy sitting in front of an autorefractor machine at the ophthalmologist clinic getting his regular eye test.

Myopia is one of the most common vision problems in the world. It usually appears early in life and can progress and worsen over time. If you’re a parent, you know that your child’s vision is one of the most important things to keep an eye on (pun intended). How can you help slow the […]

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Pros & Cons of Using Humidifier for Dry Eye

a woman works on her computer with a humidifier next to her to treat dry eye

Dry eye symptoms can affect many aspects of your day-to-day life. Regular eye exams at your optometrist can assess discomfort, such as dry eyes and provide a custom approach to your eye care needs. As frustrating as dry eye symptoms are, there is hope. Finding ways to reduce your dry eye symptoms can provide relief. […]

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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

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

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