If you notice that your eyes become dryer when the weather becomes cooler, you are not alone. It is common for patients to experience dry eye symptoms due to changes in temperature, wind, and moisture levels in the air. If you are ready for relief from your seasonal dry eye, it may be time to visit Dr. Stein, who provides effective treatment to help eliminate troubling symptoms. Learn more about your treatment options below.
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Those with diabetes are likely aware of the toll that this serious medical condition can take on the body. It can be challenging to keep up with all of the health-related tasks associated with the condition, including sticking to a specific diet and regularly monitoring your blood sugar. Failing to manage your diabetes can jeopardize your body, from your nerves to your major organs. High blood sugar can also threaten your vision. Managing your diabetes is key to avoiding diabetes-related eye damage and vision loss. Below, Dr. Stein details how patients with diabetes can preserve their vision.
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The eyes are complex organs that help us process the world. It is important to keep them healthy and functioning properly with regular exams, as well as good lifestyle choices. When it comes to eye health and vision, what you consume is vital. From vitamin B to certain proteins, our food choices can greatly impact our eyes.
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It’s time to make New Year’s resolutions. Are you ready for a new you? How about getting rid of glasses and contact lenses after laser eye surgery? Dr. Raymond Stein of Toronto’s Bochner Eye Institute explains how laser eye surgery can improve your vision this coming year.
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The path to visual freedom looks different for many people. Some circumstances disqualify men and women from LASIK or PRK, but they still want to get rid of their glasses and contact lenses if possible. Implantable contact lenses and refractive lens exchange are two alternative options for improving vision using different methods. Our Toronto ophthalmologist will discuss your vision correction options during your eye exam and recommend the procedure that will provide the best eyesight possible safely and effectively.
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Keratoconus can be a scary diagnosis for a teenager, but you may also welcome it after struggling to understand what’s causing your vision changes. This eye condition is genetic, and you may have other family members who can help guide you through treatments and living with keratoconus. Our ophthalmologist can help you manage keratoconus with corneal cross-linking that slows or halts the disease progression.
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Winter affects your body in many ways. The frigid temperatures and dry air coupled with the heat inside our homes and offices often lead to dry eyes. For those who already experience moderate to severe dry eye symptoms, winter can be a miserable experience. Our ophthalmologist offers several treatments to ease dry eye disease and has a few tips on reducing symptoms in the winter.
Good eyesight is a gift many people don’t acknowledge until they reach the age when their vision starts to fail. Most Canadians will experience one of the four primary eye diseases that cause blindness in their life. Cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration are leading causes of vision loss.
Some of these eye problems are highly treatable, while others cause permanent damage and require management to avoid further loss of eyesight. Regular eye exams with Dr. Raymond Stein and the doctors at Bochner Eye Institute are the best way to fight vision loss.
Traveling can be a fun and exciting experience. But when you’re away from your normal routine, it’s easy to neglect taking care of your health. Proper eye care is one important thing that many people forget about during their travels.
We have a few suggestions that will help you keep your eyes healthy while you travel.
Getting an annual eye exam is important whether you are traveling or not — but it’s especially important to get your family’s eyes checked out before a long trip so that you can be sure that everyone is beginning the journey with healthy eyes and updated prescriptions.
Remember to protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. Wear UV-rated sunglasses that provide 100 percent UV or UV400 protection along with a hat to protect your eyes. Even if the sky is cloudy, the sun’s rays can pass through and damage your eyes. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, overexposure to the sun can lead to cataracts, eye cancers and other eye diseases.
Many people experience dry eyes when they travel. Being on airplanes, long travel days and changes in climate can all result in dry, irritated eyes. Prevent this from happening by drinking plenty of water. Aim for seven to eight glasses a day. You should also limit your caffeine intake and eat water-rich foods such as watermelon, oranges and grapes. You can replenish lost moisture in your eyes with lubricating eye drops.
Always bring a backup pair of eyeglasses and extra pairs of contact lenses when you travel. Losing your glasses or ripping a contact lens when you are away from home can be extremely frustrating. Don’t waste your precious vacation time in a doctor’s office trying to get a replacement prescription when you could have easily brought a backup! If you wear contacts, remember to bring a lens case and enough cleaning solution. Remember to never clean your contacts with water — it is not sterile!
If you are experiencing changes in your vision, see a local ophthalmologist immediately. Things like floaters, flashes and blurred vision can be a sign of a serious condition, such as a retinal detachment, diabetes or even a stroke. Waiting to be treated until you get home from your trip can make such problems much worse. Go to a local eye care center as soon as possible and get your vision checked.
If you’re looking for a premier Toronto area ophthalmologist, schedule an appointment with Dr. Raymond Stein by calling or emailing Bochner Eye Institute today.
Raymond Stein is honored to receive the Statesmanship Award, the highest award from the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO). Established in 1975, the Statesmanship Award recognizes those who demonstrate leadership and commitment to education in ophthalmology and allied ophthalmic personnel. The Statesmanship Award will be formally presented to Dr. Stein at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology in November.
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