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Eye Safety

March Is Workplace Eye Wellness Month

Every March we observe workplace eye wellness month to bring attention to the wide prevalence of workplace-related eye injuries. We also take this time each year to remind everyone to make protecting their eyes at work a priority, and to consider ways that they can prevent themselves from getting a work-related eye injury. According to the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, about 200 Canadians sustain a work-related eye injury each day. This doesn’t

Macular Degeneration

ARMD Awareness

A.R.M.D. – What does it stand for? Age-related macular degeneration (ARMD or just AMD) is an eye disease and leading cause of vision loss among people 60 and over in developed countries. It occurs with the degeneration of the retinal pigment epithelium and ultimately photoreceptors of the macula, which is the small, central area of the retina responsible for central vision. It is estimated that 8% of people around the world exhibit signs of ARMD

Mississauga Optometrist

Dr. Jeff Sciberras – 2020 Mississauga Top Choice Optometry Clinic

Mississauga, ON — February 7, 2020 — Top Choice Awards has announced the 2020 Top Choice Award Winners as your city’s most trusted businesses. Dr. Sciberras and staff are proud to announce we have been crowned the winner of the Top Choice Optometry Clinic for 2020, making it two years in a row as Mississauga’s Top Choice. We set high standards for comprehensiveness of care, quality of service, professionalism and fair value. This could not

Dry Eye

Dry Eye Syndrome: Everything You Need To Know

Dry eye syndrome is a condition caused by a lack of moisture or lubrication in the eye. It typically affects adults, with incidence increasing with age and can progress in severity if not treated. However, several remedies do exist to treat dry eye syndrome and to provide relief. It’s important to understand the most common causes and symptoms of the condition, and to seek treatment in a timely fashion from an eye care specialist if

Children's Vision

Back To School Tips From a Vision Specialist

With September marking the time families get back to their regular, busy routines, it’s easy for parents to get lost in the hustle and overlook things that can have important impacts on their children. Among these is vision. Good vision plays a significant role in influencing your child’s ability to learn and develop. As a result, I’ve put together this useful list of things to consider and look for, as well as habits to develop,

Eye Safety

Eye Injury Prevention Month

Eye injuries are a common reason behind lost quality of life and productivity in North Americans. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reported that at least 2,000 workers in the U.S. sustain job-related eye injuries every single day. Workplace eye injuries are not limited to workers alone. Accidents can strike anyone of any age at any time. The smallest splash of a chemical, acid or grease in a lab can affect the

Cataract Surgery

A Guide to Cataract Surgery

Something that the vast majority of us take for granted is our eyesight, yet when the public is surveyed the majority mention losing their vision as their number one fear. As we age, we typically notice some changes in our ability to see. One of the most common ocular conditions that arises in late adulthood that affects our ability to see is cataracts. The diagnosis and prognosis of cataracts doesn’t have the same connotations it

Eye Exams

What to Expect at an Eye Exam with Dr. Sciberras

If you haven’t visited an optometrist for a while, or if it’s your first eye exam, you likely have a lot of questions regarding what to expect during the exam itself. At Dr. Sciberras’ clinic, your eyes and vision are our top priority. There are a variety of things you can do to ensure you get the most out of your appointment. Each exam takes approximately 15-30 minutes, depending on what the problems and needs

Transition Lenses

Dr. Jeff Sciberras’ Amazing Transitions Lens Offer

LIGHT REACTIVE LENSES, also known as Photochromic lenses, adjust to changing UV light exposure by darkening in bright sunlight outdoors and fading back to clear indoors, ensuring maximum visual comfort in all circumstances. They protect the eyes by absorbing harmful UV light, which is known to contribute to: cataracts, macular degeneration, eyelid tumors, pinguecula and pterygium formation. Sensity Sensity photochromic lenses by HOYA are light-reactive lenses equipped with Stabilight Technology, taking photochromic lenses to a new

Macular Degeneration

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) & Low Vision

Sight is one of our five senses and the one people are most fearful of losing, but often taken for granted. Less than 50% of adults have ever had an eye exam. Most people think if they are not having blurred vision or eye discomfort, then they don’t need an eye exam. Nothing could be further from the truth. February is an excellent time of year to reflect on your eye health and vision, being