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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

Mississauga Optometrist

Dr. Jeff Sciberras: 2019 Top Choice Optometry Clinic in Mississauga

What is the Top Choice Optometry Award? Nominated by customers throughout the year, the Top Choice Awards are dedicated to providing daily users with the best services across North America and Europe. With the reviews and results of thousands of customers, the Top Choice Awards have compiled information to help potential customers make the best purchases they can. Thanks to our dedicated customers, our very own Dr. Jeff Sciberras and Your Vision has been voted

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

Lazy Eye

What does ‘Lazy Eye’ mean?

You probably have heard of amblyopia being referred to by its more generic name, lazy eye. Amblyopia describes the condition of an eye that does not develop its full potential or best possible visual acuity (resolution limit) commonly known as 20/20. Amblyopia is a visual disorder due to the eye and brain not working well together and develops at an early age in an eye that otherwise appears anatomically/physically normal. It is the most common

Glasses

Choosing the Best Lenses for Your Glasses

The many options for lens types and coatings can leave you feeling overwhelmed when it is time to purchase new vision correction. Choosing the right lenses is important in many respects: final appearance, functionality, safety, durability, adaptability and comfort. This guide will help you understand some of the options when it comes to determining the best way to have your lenses customized. Optical Lens Material Glass As the first material to be used in eyeglass

Astigmatism

How to Correct Astigmatism

What is astigmatism? Astigmatism is a type of focusing or refractive error caused by the shape of your cornea and the eye’s internal crystalline lens. Your eyes don’t focus light on the retina, leading to out of focus images that leads to blurred or shadowed vision. Astigmatism can either be present at birth or develop (or resolve) over time, but it is treatable. Astigmatism is a common eye condition that can be diagnosed through an