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Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, but early detection can protect your vision. This Glaucoma Awareness Month, learn how routine eye exams and proactive...

At Bay Bloor Optometry in Toronto, ON, we understand the importance of protecting your eyes from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Living in...

Understand the crucial connection between diabetes and eye health with Bay Bloor Optometry. Regular eye exams are essential for early detection and management of diabetes-related...

Learn why regular glaucoma screenings are crucial for maintaining eye health. Bay Bloor Optometry in Toronto, ON, offers expert screenings to detect and manage glaucoma...

Bay Bloor Optometry advises Torontonians to make the most of OHIP for eye care in 2023. OHIP covers annual eye exams for certain age groups...

Adopting a lifestyle that reduces glaucoma risk involves more than isolated actions—it's a holistic approach to nurturing your well-being. By weaving these practical tips into...

Regular eye exams can detect eye diseases early, prevent emergencies, and help you safeguard your eyesight.

Did you know that your eyes are often the first line of defense when it comes to detecting and treating many common systemic diseases and...

Blurry vision over age 40? Skip the reading glasses. Find out why multifocal contact lenses are ideal for presbyopia.

Contact lenses are a great option for people who don't want to wear glasses when on the road, but do you know how to take...

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...

As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s vision. But you may be wondering if contact lenses are safe...

Adjustable eyeglasses are an affordable non-prescription alternative to prescription eyeglasses or for the correction of minor refractive errors such as presbyopia, hyperopia (farsightedness) and myopia...

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.

A piece of “common wisdom” that seems to be making the rounds these days is that you shouldn’t wear contact lenses at bonfires, barbecues or...

Working at home has many benefits, but it can also trigger computer-related eye strain. Here are some proven ways to reduce digital eye strain, whether...

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is about more than just poor eyesight. It can also pose a long-term threat to your kid’s vision and eye health.

At some point in our lives, we've all had our eyes examined using an eye chart – whether during a school screening or at the...

Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss. Here are 6 ways to help lower your risk of developing this sight-threatening condition.

Presbyopia is a condition that occurs as a person ages, which causes the lens of the eye to become less elastic. This results in issues...

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to give your eyes some love. Here are 10 ways you can give your eyes the...

An eyelid twitch can develop for a number of reasons, and most of the time it’s not a cause for concern. Find out what may...

Too much sleep or a lack of sleep can increase the risks of developing glaucoma. It is important to be aware of risk factors and...

Did you know that pregnancy hormones can affect your vision? Read on to learn about the possible visual changes that some women may experience while...

If you wear contact lenses (other than daily disposable lenses), remember to rinse, disinfect and replace them regularly to prevent eye infections. Schedule a contact...

If you wear progressive glasses or have more than one prescription, you may want to consider switching to multifocal contact lenses. Read on to learn...

With so many COVID-related changes this past year, the only thing that should remain constant is your child's back-to-school eye examinations....

Eye care is just as important for children as it is for adults. The sooner you teach your children how to care for their eyes,...

Eye drops are a great way to give your itchy, red, dry eyes relief. But if you use them too much you may be covering...

As we age our eyes start to change, but that doesn’t mean you have to struggle with declining vision. Find out what you can do...

The last thing you want your child to experience while playing sports is an eye injury.  Save their vision with protective eyewear

If you wear contact lenses, you likely appreciate the freedom it provides. But did you know that wearing contact lenses in water or while sleeping...

People who appear to be clumsy or react slowly to visual stimuli may actually have a problem with their hand-eye coordination. During a comprehensive eye...

Since blue eyes contain very little melanin — a pigment that helps block out light, including the sun’s harmful UV rays and blue light —...

Many people who suffer from allergies say their symptoms are more intense this year, and that allergy season arrived early. Here’s why. ...

Eye herpes can cause several uncomfortable symptoms and recurring flare-ups. In extreme cases, it can lead to blindness. Discover how your eye doctor can help.

Night blindness is not an eye disease. It’s a symptom of several conditions that can range from mild to severe. Learn more about night blindness...

The increased use of video conferencing due to COVID-19 has had a surprising impact: A boom in cosmetic procedures. Here’s why eye doctors are concerned...

Eye floaters are usually normal. But what causes them and when do they indicate a serious eye problem that needs emergency eye care?

Countless people around the world wear daily disposable contact lenses or dailies. These popular single-use lenses are removed and discarded at the end of each...

During the COVID-19 outbreak, we have been going above and beyond to ensure that people are receiving emergency eye care. If you're having an eye...

Coronavirus and Your Eyeglasses Did you know that our glasses (this includes the lenses and the frame) can potentially transfer viruses, such as COVID-19, to...

As coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads around the world, health professionals are demanding that people limit their personal risk of contracting the virus by thoroughly washing their...

Is your eye doctor's appointment coming up? Are you worried about going to the eye clinic during the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic? Rest assured, keeping...

Everyone seems to be staring at a screen these days, whether their computer, their smartphone or another digital device. The stress it puts on your...

Did you know that people with diabetes are 20 times more likely to get eye diseases than those without it? There are three major eye...

At this time of year when the sun sets earlier, many people are affected by night blindness. Night blindness or nyctalopia refers to difficulty seeing...

Diabetes Awareness Month – Learn about Diabetic Eye Health in Toronto November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to learn more about diabetes of all...

We offer specialized glasses for colour blindness in Toronto As autumn pushes the year forwards, everyone oohs and ahs over the fiery tones of the...

Eye health tips for students from our Toronto eye doctor The start of fall means back-to-school for kids of all ages – and our team...

Tips on what to pack in your beach bag to keep your eyes safe Most people remember to bring a pair of sunglasses to the...

Do your kids need glasses in order to see clearly? Maybe they have a strong case of nearsightedness, perhaps they have astigmatism, or another type...

Eye floaters are actually more common that you may think. Many people notice specks or cobweb-like images moving around in their line of vision, at...

Your child's first pair of glasses will make an important difference in his or her ability to see and interact with the surrounding world. However,...