Eye Floaters- Cause for Concern or Common Condition? Have you ever accidentally looked in bright sunlight then away and seen spots? Or looked into the flash when a photo is being taken? Chances are in these cases you experienced floating spots afterwards or floaters. What about floating spots or floaters that appear in your field…
DetailsWhy am I seeing Flashing Lights? Seeing flashing lights can make you panic. Especially if you’re driving and you’ve been speeding. But we’re not talking about seeing those dreaded lights in your rearview mirror, we’re talking about the flashes of light that occur in your field of vision, what they mean and if you should…
DetailsWe all know to avoid cavities we should brush and floss regularly and avoid sugary treats, but when it comes to taking care of our eyes sometimes it isn’t as clear how to prevent and protect eyes from damage. How to do that? Let’s discuss the common factors affecting eye health and what to do…
DetailsWe are frequently asked: How do you know if you have glaucoma, what are the different types of glaucoma, and who is at risk of developing glaucoma? We’re going to answer those questions and more in this post, because many patients asking those questions are concerned when they have a family history of the disease…
DetailsThe Cannabis Glaucoma Connection-Is Marijuana an effective treatment for Glaucoma? As Toronto optometrists, we feel we should educate our patients on their eye health. This includes treatments for diseases such as glaucoma, and the prevalent belief that marijuana is one of those effective treatments. With medical marijuana and recreational legalization of cannabis you may be…
DetailsWhy do I see a rainbow circle around lights? Should I be concerned? This is the time of year to see rainbows, and while they are beautiful in the sky, they’re not so great when they disrupt your field of vision. Sometimes this is a normal response to glare or sudden bright light but, when…
DetailsHow to prevent and treat seasonal Allergy Eye Spring is Here! Finally! There’s a spring in your step (pun intended) and the excitement, that after surviving a long winter, finally spring is in the air. Unfortunately, so is pollen. As flowers start to bloom, and grasses and trees come back to life, so does mold…
DetailsAs a downtown optometrist I’m frequently asked about dry eye, a common condition that can be quite irritating. Some patients ask if it’s just their imagination or if dry eye is worse in the winter. Do dry eye sufferers fare worse in the winter? If so, why? What can be done to prevent dry eye?…
DetailsClearing up the confusion about contact lenses…are they right for you? Many people considering vision correction for the first time may be confused which is better-eyeglasses or contact lenses. There are many myths about contact lenses that can make someone deciding about trying them for the first time feel apprehensive. We want to take this…
DetailsCan eating too many sweets impact your sight? Let’s ask Dr. Jiwani, your local Annex optometrist… Tis the season to indulge on sugary treats. Everywhere you look there are cookies and sweets providing temptation. Though sugar and its negative health effects have been in the spotlight over the past few years, discussions about the impact…
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