Unionville Optometry Blog

An annual comprehensive eye exam at Unionville Optometry is your best defense against vision loss, and is an important part of maintaining your overall health.

Part 3 – Environmental Causes of Dry Eyes

By Krista | March 1, 2018 | Comments Off on Part 3 – Environmental Causes of Dry Eyes

This third and final post is a continuation of previous posts on the causes of dry eyes, which can occur in as many as 50% of the population. In Dry Eyes – Part 1 our Markham optometrists discussed dry eye symptoms including inflammation of the cornea and/or conjunctiva, and an inadequate quality or quantity of tears. In Dry…

Part 2 – Dry Eyes Due to Health Conditions

By Krista | February 15, 2018 | Comments Off on Part 2 – Dry Eyes Due to Health Conditions

“Health Conditions that Cause Dry Eyes” is our second post and a continuation of Part 1: Why Do Dry Eyes Occur? Dry eyes can occur in as much as 50% of the population. In Dry Eyes – Part 2, we will discuss the health-related causes of dry eyes. Dry Eyes Due to Aging People over…

4 Tips On How to Clean Prescription Glasses Properly

By Krista | February 1, 2018 | Comments Off on 4 Tips On How to Clean Prescription Glasses Properly

Are you wondering about how to clean prescription glasses properly? Your prescription eyeglasses not only allow you to see more clearly at specific distances, but they are also an investment in the health and longevity of your eyes. Our Markham optometrists offer four tips on how to clean prescription glasses, plus how NOT to clean…

Part 1 – Why Do Dry Eyes Occur?

By Krista | August 31, 2017 | Comments Off on Part 1 – Why Do Dry Eyes Occur?

Why do I have dry eyes? This is a very common question asked by many who suffer from dry eye pain. You are not alone – up to 50% of adults experience regular dry eyes regularly; making this one of the most common reasons for a visit to the eye doctor. If your eyes are…

Hottest Eyewear Trends for 2019

By Krista | August 16, 2017 | Comments Off on Hottest Eyewear Trends for 2019

Wondering what are the top eyewear trends for 2019? Unionville Optometry has over 40 different eyeglass frame collections to choose from, many updated weekly to stay on top of the latest and hottest prescription eyewear trends. The current non-prescription and prescription eyewear trends for 2019 include: Tortoise shell frames, which always have that very classic…

Benefits of Crizal Lenses for Computer Users

By Krista | August 5, 2017 | Comments Off on Benefits of Crizal Lenses for Computer Users

One of the benefits of Crizal lenses is that they help limit our exposure to detrimental light sources. Long term exposure to blue-violet light can cause premature eye aging. Computers, tablets, and phones emit this spectrum of blue-violet light. Crizal lenses benefit computer users by implementing light-filtering technology to remove the blue-violet light range while…

What Does Farsighted Mean and Other FAQ’s

By Krista | January 30, 2017 | Comments Off on What Does Farsighted Mean and Other FAQ’s

A common question we get asked often is “What does farsighted mean?” Farsightedness (hyperopia) is a condition whereby you can see at a distance but have trouble viewing things clearly that are close to you. Does this sound like you? In this Unionville blog post about what does farsighted mean, we will answer several of…

10 Tips for Good Eye Health Care

By Krista | January 23, 2017 | Comments Off on 10 Tips for Good Eye Health Care

Looking for good eye health care tips? The beginning of each year is a very good time to reflect how well we are taking care of our bodies, including managing our eye health. Here are 10 good eye health care tips to help boost up your eye health care regime. 1. Have a Comprehensive Dilated…

Best Vitamins for Eye Health and Vision

By Krista | January 11, 2017 | Comments Off on Best Vitamins for Eye Health and Vision

What are the best vitamins for eye health? Just like the rest of our bodies, our eyes need a range of nutrients including vitamins for eye health in order to maintain optimal vision. Eating wholesome foods and a balanced diet that include the eye health vitamins and minerals listed below can help in preserving your…

What is Diabetic Retinopathy?

By Krista | November 8, 2016 | Comments Off on What is Diabetic Retinopathy?

Diabetic retinopathy is the scientific name for diabetic eye disease. When blood sugar levels stay too high for too long your tiny blood vessels called capillaries can be damaged. Designed to carry blood to your retina, these capillaries can start leaking fluids and fats and cause tissue swelling (edema). When the capillaries close off (called…

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To learn more about our optometrists or any of our professional eye care services, or to book a professional  eye exam, please contact our Unionville Optometry eye clinic or call our optometry office at 905-477-4488.