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.

Endoret PRGF – Revolutionizing
Dry Eye Syndrome Treatment

By Krista | February 8, 2024 | 0 Comments

Endoret PRGF (Plasma Rich in Growth Factors) is changing the treatment landscape for Dry Eye Syndrome, offering renewed hope to sufferers. According to the CNIB, approximately 30% of Canadians are affected by dry eye syndrome causing discomfort, blurred vision, and even vision impairment. Traditional dry eye treatments offer some relief, but sufferers want a lasting…

Same Day Prescription Glasses

By Krista | January 29, 2024 | 0 Comments

Now, you can have your glasses the same day. At Unionville Optometry, we have acquired the best technology to make your glasses on the premises. Therefore, whether you’ve accidentally broken your glasses or are in need of a new pair of prescription glasses, they will be available the same day. Call our Markham optometrists at…

What is Macular Degeneration & Other FAQs

By Krista | December 5, 2023 | Comments Off on What is Macular Degeneration & Other FAQs

Macular Degeneration: Causes, Types, Symptoms & Treatment Options Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) remains the leading cause of vision loss in individuals aged 60 and above. The condition primarily affects the macula, the central portion of the retina, leading to a deterioration in central vision. In this article, our eye doctors delve into the various aspects…

Lipiflow Dry Eye Treatment Explained

By Krista | November 16, 2023 | Comments Off on Lipiflow Dry Eye Treatment Explained

A Lipiflow dry eye treatment can help if you are suffering from dry eye syndrome where your eyes don’t produce enough tears or dry out too quickly. Symptoms of dry eyes may include eye redness, pain, itchy eyes, or stinging or burning eyes. According to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), approximately 30%…

Intense Pulsed Light – IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes

By Krista | October 24, 2023 | Comments Off on Intense Pulsed Light – IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes

Unionville Dry Eye Clinic offers IPL treatment for dry eyes (Intense Pulsed Light Therapy) along with Lipiflow and Radio Frequency Treatments. These dry eye treatment options help patients who suffer from: Dry Eye Disease (DED) – Some of the symptoms of DED (dry eye syndrome) may include, among others, dry eyes, blurred vision, stinging discomfort,…

The Haunting Truths of Wearing Decorative Halloween Contact Lenses

By Krista | October 10, 2023 | 0 Comments

Halloween is a time of transformation for many, changing their whole appearance and sometimes wearing decorative Halloween contact lenses. Wearing decorative contact lenses for Halloween has surged in popularity over recent years. They can instantly transform your look, making blue eyes more vibrant or even having a zombie-like appearance. However, without a proper fitting or…

Cleaning & Protecting Your Glasses

By Krista | November 12, 2021 | Comments Off on Cleaning & Protecting Your Glasses

In this post, our Markham optometrists offer additional tips on protecting your glasses. We also discuss what NOT to use when cleaning your glasses. We wear our glasses a lot so it is understandable how dirty they can sometimes get. See our post entitled, Tips on How to Clean Prescription Glasses for a more detailed…

Even Jennifer Aniston has Dry Eye

By Krista | May 13, 2020 | Comments Off on Even Jennifer Aniston has Dry Eye

Jennifer Aniston is one fo the 30 million Americans that suffers from dry eye syndrome. Just like many eye patients, she had symptoms for years. She thought she had allergies. The majority of eye care patients we see at Unionville Optometry have some form of dry eye. Some have symptoms and some don’t (yet). Lipiscan…

Acuvue Contacts – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

By Krista | May 23, 2019 | Comments Off on Acuvue Contacts – Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

In this blog post on Acuvue contacts FAQs, our Optometrists at Unionville Optometry in Markham Ontario answer a number of frequently asked questions about Acuvue contact lenses. Acuvue contacts offer exceptional visual clarity and are designed for comfort using the latest in eye care technology and contact lens materials. Acuvue Contacts FAQs Q – How…

FAQs About Essilor Crizal Lenses

By Krista | February 4, 2019 | Comments Off on FAQs About Essilor Crizal Lenses

In this Crizal Lenses FAQ article, our eye care professionals at Unionville Optometry in Markham Ontario answer a number of frequently asked questions about Crizal lenses. Crizal by Essilor has become a worldwide industry leader in anti-reflective coatings. In fact, Essilor Crizal lenses have become the standard for anti-reflective coating. Crizal Lenses FAQ Is Crizal…

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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.