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08/05/2025

Why Should Diabetic Patients See Their Optometrist Regularly?

Diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of legal blindness in working-age adults. Diabetes, Type 1 or Type 2, can cause various eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, which is bleeding in the back of the eye. The early stages of eye disease often occur without any symptoms. People with diabetes must undergo yearly eye examinations with their Optometrist to detect any changes early. If left untreated, diabetic eye disease can lead to blindness. However, when caught early, diabetic eye disease can be treated to prevent further damage. The risk of sight loss can also be reduced by maintaining glucose levels within the target range. High or fluctuating blood sugars can damage blood vessels all over the body, including those that supply the retina. Routine eye examinations for individuals with diabetes are still covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), regardless of age, and a referral is not required. The only proof that you are using medications to control your diabetes.

08/05/2025

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Here are some tips to help keep your eyes healthy and better protected against the poor air quality and smoke that accompanies wildfires.

07/02/2025

Canada Day YMEC Times 😊 -

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07/02/2025

OCT – An Important Diagnostic Instrument

Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)

ARMD affects a portion of the retina that is responsible for central vision, or the ability to see directly in front of you. It can become a very serious condition if not monitored effectively.

The stable form of the disease is called dry ARMD and needs to be monitored closely. In some cases, you will not notice when you have progressed to the more serious wet form, where vision loss can progress rapidly.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)s early as possible. Early diagnosis using the OCT is critical to begin immediate treatment to prevent vision loss.

Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma

Acute angle-closure glaucoma is caused by a rapid or sudden increase in pressure inside the eye.

The risk of having a sudden severe angle closure attack, which can cause blindness, can be prevented by imaging the angles at the front of your eye to make sure they are not narrow.

06/16/2025

Summer YMEC Times 😊 - https://mailchi.mp/e4417b144b47/ymec-spring-times-6746665

02/27/2025

Eyelash extensions offer a way to achieve voluminous, fluttery lashes without the daily hassle of mascara or strip lashes. However, as with any cosmetic treatment, there are risks involved.

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02/26/2025

See what our patients are saying about us! Quality as far as the eye can see.

02/24/2025

York Mills Eye Care knows that Valentine's Day is around the corner...
To celebrate the love, we're putting together a fantastic sweetheart deal. For February, anyone visiting can draw between 10-50% off prescription and non-prescription eyewear. This includes prescription and non-prescription sunglasses! Quality as far as the eye can see.

02/20/2025

New arrivals from drop by and try them on! Quality as far as the eye can see.

02/19/2025

Quality as far as the eye can see.

02/12/2025

Our York Mills Eye Care patient is celebrating the love, drawing 35% off her new glasses, as part of the sweetheart deal.

For February, anyone visiting can draw between 10-50% off prescription and non-prescription eyewear. This includes prescription and non-prescription sunglasses! Quality as far as the eye can see.