Wondering about eye exam frequency? Learn about scheduling guidelines, health conditions, and vision changes with St. Marys Optometry. […]
How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?
Digital Eye Strain vs Dry Eye: How to Tell the Difference
Your eyes feel tired and uncomfortable after another long day staring at screens. You blink more often, rub your eyes, and wonder why they feel so scratchy and irritated. The discomfort might come from digital eye strain, or you could be dealing with dry eye syndrome. While both conditions can cause eye discomfort, digital eye […]
Contact Lenses for Myopia: How Do They Work?
If your child squints at the whiteboard or you find yourself moving your phone closer to read text, myopia might be affecting your family’s daily life. This common vision condition makes distant objects appear blurry while close-up vision typically stays clear. Our team at St. Marys Optometry helps families understand their vision correction options and […]
Does Wearing Glasses Make Your Eyes Worse?
You’ve probably heard this worry from friends or family: “If I start wearing glasses, won’t my eyes get weaker?” Many people hesitate to get glasses because they fear creating a dependency that makes natural vision worse over time. Glasses don’t make your eyes worse—they simply correct vision problems that already exist. When you wear the […]
Best Contacts for Dry Eyes
If you have dry eyes, you know the feeling all too well—that scratchy, gritty sensation that can make everyday tasks uncomfortable. Many people with dry eye symptoms wonder whether contact lenses are a good option at all—and the honest answer is: it depends. While contact lenses can work for some people, dry eye disease often […]
Nearsightedness vs Farsightedness: Which One Do You Have?
If you’ve noticed that street signs or the text on your phone aren’t as sharp as they used to be, you’re not alone. Blurry vision is one of the most common reasons people see us, often related to common age-related vision changes. The 2 usual suspects are nearsightedness and farsightedness, but it can be tricky […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurriness?
You notice your vision isn’t as sharp as it used to be. Things seem hazy or out of focus, and you find yourself blinking a lot to try to clear things up. It’s a frustrating experience, and it’s natural to wonder what’s behind the change and whether you need professional diagnosis and management. One of […]
What is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is a common condition that causes redness, irritation, and discomfort in the eyes. While it often clears up on its own, its symptoms can overlap with other eye issues, leading to confusion. Here are 7 conditions commonly misdiagnosed as pink eye: In this blog, we’ll help you figure out how to tell […]
How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?
Sitting in the exam chair for your comprehensive visit includes more than reading letters off a chart. The exam’s visual component is just one aspect; your eye doctor thoroughly assesses your eyes to check for vision problems, eye diseases, and even general health conditions that can show up in your eyes first. Naturally, a visit […]
Does OHIP Cover Eye Exams?
Ontario residents may wonder if their eye exams are covered by OHIP, especially when budgeting for family medical care. OHIP provides coverage for specific age groups and medical conditions, but not for routine exams to all adults. OHIP coverage helps children, seniors, and individuals with certain medical conditions receive regular eye exams to monitor vision […]
