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Eye Exams

  • Catching problems in their early stages can prevent vision loss. An eye exam can do this by catching things you haven’t yet noticed.
  • Make the most of your exams by knowing how often to get them, and what information to bring with you.
  • Going to the eye doctor? Here’s what to expect, and what to remember.
  • Eye exams often begin by sharing information at the front desk, so be prepared.
  • You may want to ask some of these questions before or during your next eye exam.
  • Learn what common tests and procedures to expect during a routine eye exam.
  • A routine exam won’t provide some of the measurements and testing that are required to determine if your eyes are suitable for contact lens wear, and to generate your contact lens Rx.
  • When should your child have their first eye exam? Plus, learn about special considerations for developing eyes.
  • You may be given these common tests during a routine eye exam. Find out what you can expect.
  • It's important to understand the relationship between your eyes and any medications you may currently be using.

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For those of you who have received notice of your 80+ driving assessment:

You are welcome to book an appointment with our office to complete the vision assessment, however, we wanted to inform you that OHIP does not cover any service related to the continuation of a driver's license, including the eye exam and the report. Alternatively, you may visit a DriveTest location to obtain the required vision tests at no charge to you.