Eye pain when blinking often happens because of dry eye, small particles irritating your eye surface, or infections that cause inflammation and swelling. […]
Why Does My Eye Hurt When I Blink?
How Much Does an Eye Exam Cost in Ontario?
Eye exams are essential for protecting your eye health and vision. They help your eye doctor assess your sight and diagnose eye problems as early as possible. While they play a significant role in managing eye health, eye exam costs can be a stressor for many patients. Knowing the average cost of an eye exam […]
Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?
You rub your eyes after spending time outdoors, but instead of relief, they feel even drier and more irritated. What started as typical allergy symptoms somehow leaves your eyes feeling like sandpaper, making you wonder if there’s a connection you’re missing. Yes, allergies can absolutely lead to dry eye by creating inflammation that disrupts your […]
How to Unclog Meibomian Glands
You wake up with gritty, burning eyes that feel like sandpaper. Throughout the day, your vision stays blurry until you blink hard, and your eyelids feel heavy and swollen. These frustrating symptoms often indicate blocked meibomian glands—tiny oil glands that line your eyelids and help keep your tears from evaporating too quickly. You can unclog […]
What Causes Myopia to Worsen?
While uncommon, myopia can worsen even into adulthood. If this happens, you may notice your distance vision getting blurrier over time, making it harder to see street signs or recognize faces across the room. Myopia worsens due to a combination of lifestyle factors that can make your eyeball continue growing longer than normal, such as: […]
How Long Are Glasses Prescriptions Good For?
You’re squinting at your phone screen again, wondering if your glasses prescription might be out of date. Maybe you’ve been putting off that eye exam for months, or maybe you just found an old prescription lying around somewhere. Most glasses prescriptions in Canada are valid for 1-2 years, though your eye doctor ultimately determines the […]
Is Virtual Reality Bad for Your Eyes?
Virtual reality can transport you to new worlds, from fantasy landscapes to the front row of a concert. As VR headsets become more common in our homes, it’s natural to wonder what all that screen time so close to your face means for your vision. At our practice, we hear this question often, and it’s […]
Myopia and Astigmatism: What’s The Difference?
If you find the world looks a bit blurry, you’re not alone. Many people experience unclear vision, and two common reasons for this are myopia and astigmatism. While both of these conditions impact how clearly you see, each has its own causes and characteristics. Learning what sets myopia and astigmatism apart can help you make […]
Can You Wear Contacts with Pink Eye?
Pink eye (also called conjunctivitis) is one of the most common and most contagious eye infections, often causing redness, itching, discharge, and overall discomfort. For people who rely on contact lenses every day, dealing with conjunctivitis can be especially disruptive. Beyond the irritation, many wonder whether it’s safe to continue wearing their lenses while the […]
How Long Does It Take to Adjust to New Glasses?
Getting new glasses is a step toward clearer, more comfortable vision. But for many people, wearing a new prescription can feel a little strange at first. Whether it’s your first pair or an upgrade to something new, it’s normal to go through an adjustment period. The amount of time it takes to adapt to new […]
