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Glaucoma is an eye disease affecting the optic nerve that can lead to the loss of peripheral vision. It is the second leading cause of...

As parents, seeing the excitement on your child’s face as they open their presents this time of year brings a great deal of joy, especially...

Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness among people under 75, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, so it’s important to identify and...

Three things to remember about eye safety next time you head out the door for vacation.

Dry eyes are actually very common. Check out some of these common symptoms and possible causes. Once you understand the culprit, you can begin to...

While many people turn to tap water to rinse their eyes, it may not always be safe. Find out when to use water, and what...

Did you know that your eyes are often the first line of defense when it comes to detecting and treating many common systemic diseases and...

Blurry vision over age 40? Skip the reading glasses. Find out why multifocal contact lenses are ideal for presbyopia.

The struggle against dry eye every winter is real. Fortunately there are eye treatments and home remedies to relieve symptoms....

Having an autoimmune disease like Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis or lupus can affect your tear production and eye health.

This special test that eye doctors use to take pictures of the inside of your eyes is usually done in the doctor's office; it's painless...

Red eyes can be a frustrating and uncomfortable condition, often accompanied by symptoms such as itching, burning, and blurred vision. There are many possible causes...

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call Woodbine Optometry to schedule your appointment.

Is your toddler blinking more frequently? Here are some potential reasons why.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of permanent vision loss in people over the age of 60. The earlier the diagnosis, the better...

Your eye experts at Woodbine Optometry have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know...

Contact lenses are a great option for people who don't want to wear glasses when on the road, but do you know how to take...

Eye exams aren't just important for your eye health. They can often reveal serious problems with your general health. Read on to learn how an eye exam...

Legendary British actor Dame Judi Dench has recently revealed how macular degeneration impacts her life. With such a high-profile case in the news people have...

Many scientific studies have confirmed that exposure to various things in the environment can negatively affect our eye health and vision. Read on to learn...

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...

As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s vision. But you may be wondering if contact lenses are safe...

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...

Everyone's heard the adage that "the eyes are the window to the soul." But did you know that they can also be a primary window...

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Woodbine Optometry without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these...

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...

Adjustable eyeglasses are an affordable non-prescription alternative to prescription eyeglasses or for the correction of minor refractive errors such as presbyopia, hyperopia (farsightedness) and myopia...

Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...

Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss. Here are 6 ways to help lower your risk of developing this sight-threatening condition.

If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, your optometrist will monitor its progression and manage your symptoms. Once you need surgery, your optometrist can direct you...

This March, in honor of National Save Your Vision Month, we’ve compiled a list of 5 essential ways to help you keep your eyes healthy...

Thank you to all of our patients in helping us to provide a safe environment at Woodbine Optometry during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please see our...