Contact Lenses

What Are Scleral Contact Lenses?

Posted on December 27, 2023 (December 27, 2023) by Toronto Centre Eye Care

A kit containing scleral contacts and a hand holds a tool for inserting and removing contact lenses.

Scleral contacts are an alternate type of contacts that rest on the scleral or white part of the eyes for increased comfort and can offer an array of benefits for those who have astigmatism, presbyopia, dry eye syndrome, or other vision-related issues. […]

What Happens During a Contact Lens Fitting?

Posted on November 27, 2023 (November 27, 2023) by Toronto Centre Eye Care

A female optician hands a pair of contact lenses in a case to a male patient

A contact lens fitting isn’t like a normal comprehensive eye exam. During a contact fitting, your optometrist will inspect the health of your eyes, take measurements of your eyes, and provide a trial pair of contacts to confirm they have the right fit for your eyes. […]

What Are Ortho-K Lenses?

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Toronto Centre Eye Care

Bird's-eye view of a person's right hand with a contact lens on their index finger above a table with a contact lens case, contact solution, and eye drops on it

Also known as orthokeratology, ortho-k lenses are worn overnight and can temporarily reshape the cornea to improve vision throughout the day. […]

Can You Use Eye Drops With Contacts?

Posted on January 27, 2023 (January 27, 2023) by Toronto Centre Eye Care

A lady in a white shirt is holding contact lenses in a case and is prescribed drops for contact lenses

Going from wearing eyeglasses all the time to using contact lenses instead is a massive quality of life improvement for many people. Unfortunately, if someone is prone to dry eye syndrome, wearing contacts can aggravate these symptoms. If dry eyes are a common problem you have, hope is not lost. There are a couple of […]

Do Contact Lenses Expire?

Posted on October 11, 2022 by Dr. Faizal Mohamed, BSc, OD, Optometrist

A woman holding out her palms with a contact lens case in her hands

Whether you have traditional or specialty contact lenses, caring for them is essential for your eye health. Removing, cleaning, and replacing your contact lenses when needed can help prevent potential problems. With the maintenance contacts need, do they ever expire? Continue reading to learn more about contact lenses, including if they expire and how you […]

Do I Need an Eye Test for Contact Lenses?

Posted on July 5, 2022 (August 29, 2022) by Dr. Jennifer Yoon, BSc, OD, Optometrist

A close-up image of a contact lens sitting on someones index finger, with a Snellen eye chart blurred in the background

Glasses are incredible advancements in medical technology that can correct various vision problems. However, they are not suitable for everyone’s lifestyle. Contact sports or manual jobs requiring eye protection make contact lenses more desirable in many situations. If you’ve never had contact lenses, you’ll need to book a contact lens fitting exam. Even if you’ve […]

Can Ontario Optometrists Prescribe Contact Lens Prescriptions?

Posted on April 11, 2022 (August 29, 2022) by Dr. Jennifer Yoon, BSc, OD, Optometrist

Close up image of a young smiling brunette woman's extended finger with a contact lens on it against a light green background.

Can Ontario Optometrists Prescribe Contact Lens Prescriptions? Finding the right contact lenses can be challenging—the prescription can also be complicated depending on any vision issues you may have. Booking an exam with your optometrist is the first step to finding the right contact lenses for you. But, what are the different types of contact lenses? […]

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