Common Conditions
Dry eye, glaucoma, AMD, diabetic eye disease, and other conditions Ontario optometrists see every day.
Eye Exam Guide for Patients with Diabetes
A practical guide for diabetic patients on how to prepare for eye exams, what to discuss with your optometrist, and why annual dilated exams protect your sight.
How Diabetes, Blood Pressure, and Medications Affect Your Eyes
Many common health conditions and medications have direct effects on your eyes. Your optometrist can detect and monitor these changes — but only if they know your full health history.
What Eye Conditions Should You Be Screened for After 40?
After 40, several eye conditions begin developing without symptoms. Routine screening catches problems when treatment is most effective and vision loss can still be prevented.
Retinal Imaging and OCT: What the Tests at Your Eye Exam Actually Show
Retinal photography and OCT scans give your optometrist a detailed view of the back of your eye that a standard exam alone cannot provide. Here's what each test does, what it can detect, and why it matters.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): A Guide for Ontario Patients
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of central vision loss in Canadians over 50. Early detection through routine eye exams can prevent progression to severe vision loss.
Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment in Ontario
Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in Canada, affecting an estimated 30% of adults. It is chronic but highly manageable with the right diagnosis and treatment plan.
Glaucoma: What Ontario Patients Need to Know
Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. It has no early symptoms — the only way to detect it is through a comprehensive eye exam. Here is what every Ontario adult should know.
Diabetes and Eye Health: What Ontario Patients Need to Know
Diabetes is the leading cause of preventable vision loss in Canadian adults. Annual dilated eye exams are OHIP-insured for diabetic patients and are the most important step in protecting your sight.