Sunglasses can give you instant Brad Pitt cool, Madonna glamour, or the or the rock star look of Bono. But these stylish frames are far more than a fashion accessory. Sunglasses are an essential tool in keeping your eyes and the surrounding tissue safeguarded from the harmful effects of the sun. Here’s are some helpful […]
Are carrots really good for your eyes? – Fact or Fiction
“Eat up, carrots are good for your eyes and will spare you from requiring glasses”. Children often shy away from vegetables so there are a number of things parents will say to coax a child to eat roughage at mealtime. Is there actually truth to this belief? As with many wives tales, there is a […]
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Nutrition and Cataracts
Cataracts are a major debilitating eye disease that affects hundreds of thousands of Canadians on a day-to-day basis. Cataract surgery is one of the most common surgeries in Canada and the USA, and can often restore sight after the cataracts have developed. But how can we decrease our risk of developing them and prolong clear […]
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry Eye Syndrome, also known as Dysfunctional Tear Syndrome, can be a very frustrating and sometimes a debilitating problem for many people. Patients as often describe it as: “my eyes are always red/itchy/tired” or “my eyes are constantly tearing”. These symptoms can lead to daily aggravation and annoyance. Who is more prone to Dysfunctional Tear […]
Why Are Eye Exams Important to Me if I am a Diabetic?
Diabetes is a common disease in the United States and Canada, and furthermore, diabetic eye disease is the most common cause of blindness in the US. Regular eye examinations are important in diabetes because diabetic eye disease and the vision loss caused by it are completely preventable. In diabetes, high sugar levels in the blood […]
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2013 Checklist for Better Vision & Eye Health
Use this checklist to help improve your vision and eye health — and look forward to seeing a brighter, clearer future. You also can print or read our abridged to-do list for healthier eyes. Improve Your Eye Health •Eat smart. Diet and nutritional supplements go a long way in promoting eye health. Studies show a […]
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Purchasing Glasses Online
Ordering eyeglasses online may seem easy, but it is very different than ordering your average consumer item. It is important to know that optometrists are not only university trained in medical eye care, but also in the proper manufacturing, fitting, measurement, and dispensing of eyewear. When ordering online, the untrained consumer is, in essence, taking […]
When Should I Get My Child’s Eyes Examined?
The Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) encourages parents to include routine eye exams with an optometrist for children as young as six months and as part of a child’s regular health routine. Eye and vision health conditions do not always have recognizable symptoms and may go undetected. The CAO Frequency Guidelines state that: οinfants should […]
Run for the Cure
Dr. Traczuk, Dr. McCann and some of the staff of Central Optometry will be participating in the annual Run for the Cure for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. We will be participating as apart of the Michienzi Frenzi Team. To read more about the team, and the the person we are running for you can […]
Digital Retinal Photography
Our clinic offers high-resolution digital retinal photography. Using a computer integrated digital imaging system we are able to take pictures of the inside of the eye to monitor for any ocular changes. This technology allows us to observe for yearly changes in the retina (tissue lining the inside of the eye) and the optic nerve […]
