844-292-1216
Whitby, ON
(905) 728-7017
Dry eyes can cause significant discomfort and disrupt daily activities like reading, driving, or enjoying a good movie. Often described as a stinging, burning sensation or a feeling of something gritty in the eyes, dry eye syndrome can lead to vision problems if left unaddressed. One way to treat dry eyes is through eye drops. […]
There are many traits that your parents may have passed down to you, such as their brown hair and double-jointed fingers or their knack for learning a musical instrument, but could you also inherit their eye diseases? While there are many eye diseases and many different forms an eye disease can take, there are hereditary […]
In our modern digital world, people spend more and more time using technology for business and pleasure, resulting in hours of screen time. Unfortunately, this also means more people are experiencing digital eye strain. And though technology isn’t the only culprit of eye strain, it is a major cause. But how long can eye strain […]
Yes, you can get a sunburn on your eyes. Your eyes are very susceptible to sun damage, and when the surface of your eyes becomes damaged by ultraviolet (UV) rays, you can develop a condition called photokeratitis, The surface of your eyes, the cornea, has the highest density of pain receptors in your entire body, […]
Contact lenses help you see clearly without needing glasses. These lenses can provide long-lasting comfort and clear vision, but does this comfort last overnight? Can anything happen when you sleep with your contact lenses in? Since contact lenses directly touch your eyes, wearing them can put your eyes at a higher risk of infection, but […]
It can be easy to take your vision for granted, especially if you’ve never had an eye problem before. However, eye emergencies can happen suddenly and damage your eye health and vision. Eye emergencies can happen from everyday mishaps like a fall, so it’s important to know when to visit your optometrist. Common Eye Emergencies […]
Waking up with dry eyes can be frustrating. After a good night of sleep, you want to be refreshed and ready for the day! Feeling itchiness or irritation in your eyes can make your morning much more difficult, and starting your day with discomfort is by no means ideal. So why are you waking up […]
While at the optometrist or during your day-to-day, you may have heard of myopia. Maybe you heard it by a more common name, nearsightedness. It’s one of the most common vision conditions, with about 30% of Canadians having it in one form or another, and one of the conditions we look for in an eye […]
If you’re someone who wears contact lenses, they’re a big part of your everyday eye health. Whether you are wearing them all day or only need to wear them for shorter periods of time, proper contact lens care is key to helping to keep your eyes healthy and comfortable. Because they are stored in liquid, […]
Irritated, watery eyes are as uncomfortable as they are disruptive, but could they indicate a more significant issue? Or could it be as simple as a small particle of dust or debris stuck in your eye? This is a question many people ask themselves whenever they feel eye discomfort. And while there are numerous strategies […]
Whitby Family Eye Care is at the north east corner of Thickson Rd & Hwy 2, in the KFC plaza.
| Monday: | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday: | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Wednesday: | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday: | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Friday: | 8:00AM - 2:00PM |
| Saturday: | By Appointment Only |
| Sunday: | Closed |
