Worried about your health? Discover how an eye exam can detect diabetes, dry eye, and other diseases early with First Optometry in St. Thomas, ON. […]
What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
What Is LipiFlow and How Does It Treat Dry Eye?
Tired, gritty eyes? Discover how LipiFlow treats dry eye and how our team at First Optometry in St. Thomas can help calm your symptoms. […]
How Long Does Meibomian Gland Dysfunction Last?
Dry, gritty eyes by day’s end? Learn how long meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) lasts, its causes, and dry eye therapy with First Optometry in St. Thomas, ON. […]
How Often Should a Child Get an Eye Exam?
Wondering how often your child needs an eye exam? Learn the right ages, warning signs, and what to expect with First Optometry in St. Thomas, ON. […]
Why Do I Wake Up with Dry Eyes?
Waking up with dry, gritty eyes? Discover what’s causing it and how to find relief with First Optometry, your community eye doctor in St. Thomas, Ontario. […]
How Does Misight Work?
It’s hard not to worry about your child’s worsening vision. Discover how MiSight contacts and MiYoSmart lenses may help manage myopia as they grow. […]
Dry Eyes and Allergies: Which One Are You Experiencing?
Your eyes are red, irritated, and uncomfortable, and you just want them to feel normal again. Maybe you’ve been reaching for eye drops, avoiding screens, or blaming spring pollen for the problem. But before you can find real relief, our team at First Optometry knows that you need to know what you’re actually dealing with. […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Floaters?
You’re working at your computer when you notice small spots drifting across your vision, and your eyes feel dry and scratchy. This combination might leave you wondering if your dry eyes are somehow creating these annoying floaters that seem to follow your gaze. While dry eye does not directly cause floaters, it can make existing […]
RF Dry Eye Treatment: What Is It?
Every day, countless people experience the discomfort of dry eyes. From the sting of wind in your face as you walk, to the constant need to blink while staring at a computer screen, it’s an issue that impacts daily life. The good news is RF (Radio Frequency) dry eye treatment offers a promising solution to […]
Does Wearing Glasses Make Your Eyes Worse?
It’s a question many people wonder about, especially when they first get a prescription. You might worry that once you start wearing glasses, your eyes will become dependent on them and your vision will decline even faster. It’s a common concern, but one our team of optometrists can put to rest. The simple answer is […]
