Is wearing a mask making your glasses fog up? Does the fogging glasses irritate you when you come in from the cold? We got a solution for you! This amazing new product designed by biotech scientists is a game-changer compared to older anti-fog solutions. A FogBlocker dry wipe can be used well over 500 times and […]
The Benefits of Lutein & Zeaxanthin
With life, always being so fast paced, it can be difficult to get in a good source of nutrients through healthy foods. But among many nutrients, these two are very important for your eye health and a MUST for trying to incorporate into your diet. Lutein and Zeaxanthin are found in the central part of the […]
The Contact Lens That Allows You to See at All Distances!
Are you tired of taking your glasses off to read? Do you want to be free from glasses when enjoying a night out, going to work or staying active? There is a solution. Multifocal contact lenses. These contact lenses have the benefit of allowing you to see well at ALL distances – distance, intermediate and near. There […]
Syntonic Phototherapy in Hamilton
Perception Eyecare Vision therapy Centre in Hamilton is one of the few places that provides syntonics to our patients! What is Syntonics? Syntonics has been used over 80+ years by optometrists. It is a great non-invasive treatment with great success rates. It can be used in the treatment for accommodation, amblyopia, strabismus, traumatic brain injury […]
Is Your Child or Teenager Student Struggling in School?
Vision related learning problems are a lot more common than most teachers and parents realize. It is estimated that 80% of children with learning difficulties have a undiagnosed visual problem. Since the majority of children’s learning is vision based (especially post COVID-19) with the majority of school work being done on screens any visual issues could […]
Choosing Sunglasses: Does UV Protection Matter?
Dr. Shinger loves wearing sunglasses all year round so we asked her a few questions: Is UV protection really that important?Yes ultraviolet eye protection totally matters! Some of the serious long term effects of UV exposure include cataracts, macular degeneration and abnormal growth on your eyes or eyelids At what age should you start wearing […]
Are You Sneezing a Lot This Summer?
Allergies can be a challenge to get through especially this time of the year. Here are some tips for better managing your allergies this season: Monitor the pollen report daily for your city. Try to plan outdoor activities when pollen levels are low. Always wear glasses or sunglasses when outdoors. They can act as a […]
Tips to Improve Digital Eye Strain
As we all adjust to our new reality, another thing we must come to terms with is our increased screen time exposure. Some common symptoms you may suffer from include eye strain, fatigue, headaches, and blurry vision. Dr. Viswanathan offers some tips to reduce digital eye strain: EXERCISE YOUR EYE MUSCLES: Take frequent breaks from your digital […]
Kid’s First Eye Exam
Do you ever wonder how your infant or child sees the world? What if you knew that every 1 in 4 children have some type of visual disorder? Young children rarely complain about blurry vision since they do not know what normal vision looks like. Optometrists recommend children have their first eye exam at 6 months […]
The Wait is Over… Eye Exams are Back!
We are excited to return to our new “normal” and have missed all of our wonderful patients! The safety and well-being of our patients, staff and doctors are our top priority. We want you to feel safe and confident when you enter through the doors of our clinic. This is why we have carefully taken […]