FAQs for your eye health

Yes, we offer direct billing to all major insurance providers. Some examples include Manulife, Sunlife, Empire Life, Canada Life, Industrial Alliance, Blue Cross and many more. Connect with our clinic for more details.

OHIP covers annual eye exams for children under 20 and those with specific medical conditions affecting the eyes. Seniors 65 and older are covered annually or every 18 months depending on the health of their eyes. For others, coverage depends on private insurance or out-of-pocket payment.

We offer blue blocker lenses at our clinic. Studies show that they reduce digital eye strain and improve sleep. There are also a few studies showing they prevent retinal damage. Consult our optometrists, Dr. Harpreet Gill and Dr. Paramvir Gill, to see if they’re right for you.

Avoid ingredients like parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, and synthetic fragrances. Look for products labeled hypoallergenic, ophthalmologist-tested, or specifically designed for sensitive eyes.

Optometrist: Provides primary eye care, including eye exams, medical and spectacle prescriptions and some minor medical treatments. You can think of them like a family doctor.

Ophthalmologist: A medical doctor specializing in eye surgery and advanced treatments. You can think of them like a specialist.

Optician: Fits and dispenses glasses and contact lenses based on your spectacle prescription. You can think of them like a pharmacist.

The air puff test measures eye pressure to screen for glaucoma. Alternatives like tonometry with handheld devices may be available—ask our optometrists, Dr. Harpreet Gill and Dr. Paramvir Gill about your options.

Yes, contact lens prescriptions include additional details like base curve, diameter, and specific lens brand, which are not part of a glasses prescription. Most often the glasses prescription and contact lens prescription are not the same.

Glasses: It is always better to consult our expert frame stylists as they are trained in fitting glasses that would best suit you from a fashion and comfort perspective. By trying the frame in person you ensure that they actually fit you well and are comfortable. Remember, glasses are medical devices. Certain glasses like progressives, high definition lenses or anti-fatigue lenses require extra measurements which are not completed when you order online. This will result in headaches and blurry vision or worse.

Contacts: Remember these are medical devices you are inserting directly on your eyes. It is always better to be fit for them by an optometrist or eye care professional. We are trained experts in fitting contact lenses. We will always ensure you have good vision and comfort before dispensing contact lenses. When you order online, no one is fitting them. At worst, you are risking an eye infection from poorly fitting contact lenses. At best, you are risking poor vision and discomfort.

Yes, prescriptions typically expire after 1-2 years, depending on your location and individual eye health needs. Check with your optometrist.

A contact lens exam includes measuring your eyes for contact lenses, evaluating the fit and vision of the contact lenses, and ensuring they’re safe and comfortable for you to wear.

Studies show that low dose atropine therapy slows down the progression of myopia. Preservative free artificial tears like idrop Pur and iDrop MGD (which we carry in our clinic and are available to buy on our online shop) can manage conditions like dryness and mild allergies. Prescription eye drops may treat specific eye diseases and infections.

Eye drops are used during eye exams to dilate pupils, treat dryness, or measure eye pressure more accurately. They help provide a comprehensive assessment of your eye health for adults and children.

Yes, we offer LASIK consultations and can refer you to a trusted specialist if you’re a good candidate.

We sell the best quality sunglasses at our clinic. It is best to choose sunglasses that block 100% of UVA and UVB rays. Polarized lenses reduce glare and are especially helpful for outdoor activities. Visit us today to view our extensive collection of sunglasses. We carry a mix of luxury brands and value brands.

Yes, it can impact activities like distinguishing traffic lights, choosing clothing, or interpreting colour-coded information. However, most individuals adapt with strategies and tools to navigate these challenges. To help differentiate colours better we offer Enchroma lenses. These contain patented technology proven to help people with color blindness see colors better! Connect with our clinic for more information about these amazing lenses.