Even with the most sophisticated instrumentation it is difficult to examine the back of the eye through a small pupil. Imagine examining the contents of a closet through a keyhole. An individual would likely see only a small area in the rear of the closet. Dilating drops enlarge the pupil and allow full visualization of the back of the eye. Diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, cataracts, vascular disease, tumors, and retinal detachment require pupil dilation for detection and proper evaluation.
Between Church and Wellington on Queen St.
Between Church and Wellington on Queen St.
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Sep 17, 2018
Screen Time Pros and Cons Whether it is homework, email, gaming, chatting with friends, searching the web or watching Youtube, kids these days seem to have an endless number of reasons to be glued to a screen. Many parents out there are wondering how bad this can be for their...
Sep 13, 2018
Getting old doesn’t have to be synonymous with vision loss. There is a lot you can do to keep your eyes and vision healthy and prevent age related eye disease and vision loss, especially if you start early. Keeping your eyes healthy and strong may require some lifestyle changes, but...
Aug 30, 2018
What Is Progressive Myopia? Nearsightedness or myopia is one of the most prevalent eye disorders worldwide and its incidence is increasing. In fact by 2050, myopia is projected to affect half of the world’s population! Many children diagnosed with nearsightedness (myopia) experience a consistent worsening of their vision as they...
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151 Queen Street E
St. Marys, ON N4X 1A9
St. Marys, ON N4X 1A9
- Phone: 519-284-4144
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