When Should Kids Have Their First Eye Exam?
Jan 22, 2026
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...
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What Is Myopia and How Is It Managed in Children?
Jan 22, 2026
What is myopia? Myopia, also called nearsightedness, is a vision condition where distant objects appear blurry while near objects are clear. It often begins in childhood and can wo...
Is Red Light Therapy Safe for Your Eyes?
Jan 22, 2026
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?
Jan 22, 2026
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 Do I Find the Best Optometrist in Toronto?
Jan 22, 2026
Who is the best optometrist in Toronto? There is no single best optometrist for everyone. The right optometrist depends on your vision needs, health history, and what you value in ...
How Does Orthokeratology Work?
Jan 22, 2026
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?
Jan 22, 2026
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?
Jan 22, 2026
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?
Jan 22, 2026
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?
Jan 22, 2026
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...
What Is the Best Eye Exam in Toronto?
Jan 22, 2026
What makes an eye exam the best? The best eye exam does more than check how clearly you see. A high quality exam: Takes time Looks at both vision and eye health Uses appropriate di...
What Are VIZZ Eye Drops and Should I Use Them for Presbyopia?
Sep 10, 2025
VIZZ Eye Drops: The New Presbyopia Treatment In July 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved VIZZ, a new prescription eye drop for presbyopia — the age-related l...
Can TikTok Tell Me If I Have Binocular Vision Dysfunction or Oculomotor Dysfunction?
Sep 10, 2025
Social Media Isn’t an Eye Exam Lately, TikTok and Instagram Reels are full of videos about Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD) and Oculomotor Dysfunction (OMD). The problem? These s...