What is Keratoconus and How Does Vitamin D play a Role?
Cross-Linking,Eye Exam,Eye Health,Keratoconus,What's New
Keratoconus is a progressive corneal disorder that typically begins in adolescence or early adulthood in which the cornea – normally clear and dome-shaped, becomes thinner and protrudes into a cone-like profile. This irregular shape of the cornea affect the way light enters the eye, leading to irregular astigmatism and visual impairment. As a result, individuals…
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Demodex Blepharitis and XDEMVY®
Dry Eye,Eye Exam,Eye Health,Medical News
Demodex blepharitis is a common yet often overlooked condition that can significantly impact ocular health. Demodex mites are microscopic parasites that live in the hair follicles and sebaceous glands of humans. There are two species primarily associated with ocular conditions: Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis. These mites can infest the eyelids, including lash follicles and sebaceous…
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Understanding Ozempic’s Impact on Diabetic Eye Health: Guide for Patients
Cataract,Eye Exam,Eye Health,Featured,Medical News,Retina
Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication used to help manage type 2 diabetes. It belongs to a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which help lower blood sugar by increasing insulin release, decreasing glucagon secretion, and slowing gastric emptying.1,2 It has revolutionized diabetes management, but its ocular effects require careful consideration – especially for patients…
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3 Reasons Not to Skip the Comprehensive Eye Exam
Getting your eyes checked regularly is important. And while your doctor uses this visit to determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contacts, he’s also checking for common eye diseases. In fact, eye doctors are commonly the first to find chronic systemic diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes. Here are some main reasons putting off…
Read MoreIntroducing the new Clareon PanOptix Pro trifocal intraocular lens (IOL), coming soon to North Toronto Eye Surgical Centre. With the use of ENLIGHTEN® NXT Optical Technology, this innovative lens is designed to deliver a full range of vision and enhanced contrast sensitivity following Refractive Lens Exchange or Refractive Cataract Surgery.
North Toronto Eye Care has remained committed to providing patients with the most advanced vision correction technologies available. We are proud to partner with leading innovators like Alcon, and we value the collaboration of all our trusted industry partners who share in our mission to deliver exceptional eye care.
Together, we continue to help patients achieve lasting visual freedom from glasses and contact lenses. The PanOptix® Pro IOL builds on the proven PanOptix® platform, using advanced optical technology to maximize light utilization and support clear vision at distance, intermediate, and near.