Appointments this week — Call us

Posts tagged “faq”

When Should Kids Have Their First Eye Exam?

Sep 10, 2025

When should kids get their first eye exam? Children should have their first eye exam between 6 and 9 months, again before starting school, and every year after that. Age Group Reco...

Is Red Light Therapy Safe for Your Eyes?

Sep 10, 2025

Is red light therapy safe for your eyes? Red light therapy masks are commonly used for skin rejuvenation — but they’re not designed to treat the eye area. Most masks include cutout...

What's the Best Way to Get to Spadina Optometry?

Sep 10, 2025

Where is Spadina Optometry located? Our clinic is at 477 Richmond St. W., Suite 809, in downtown Toronto's Fashion District — near the corner of Richmond and Brant Streets. Which T...

How Does Orthokeratology Work?

Sep 10, 2025

What is Ortho-K? Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) is a non-surgical process using specially designed lenses worn overnight. These lenses reshape your cornea temporarily, correcting nearsi...

Does Screen Time Cause Myopia?

Sep 10, 2025

Does screen time cause myopia? Not directly — but it contributes. Screen time on its own doesn’t cause myopia, but it’s closely tied to risk factors that do. Why is outdoor time im...

Do You Accept OHIP for Eye Exams?

Sep 10, 2025

Who is covered by OHIP? Children 0–19 years: One full exam - once every 12 months Adults 65+: One full exam - once every 18 months Adults 20–64: Eligible medical conditions (e.g., ...

Can Scleral Contact Lenses Help With Dry Eyes?

Sep 10, 2025

What are scleral lenses? Scleral lenses are large-diameter lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the sclera (the white part of your eye). They trap a layer of fluid against...

Can I Wear Contact Lenses If I Have Astigmatism?

Sep 10, 2025

What is astigmatism? Astigmatism is a common vision condition caused by an irregular shape in your cornea or lens. This shape affects how light enters your eye, leading to blurry o...