Does OHIP Cover Eye Exams?

Posted on September 26, 2024 (September 26, 2024) by Amany Wissa

A happy optometrist practicing eye care in Ontario is standing in their clinic.

The Ontario Health Insurance Plan, or OHIP, recognizes the importance of eye health. However, OHIP’s focus is on care that is deemed medically necessary. This doesn’t include routine eye exams for everyone.

Rather, OHIP provides coverage for vision care under certain circumstances:

Annual eye exams for children 19 and under and seniors 65 and older.

Annual eye exams for individuals between the ages of 20 and 64 diagnosed with medical conditions that impact eye health.

Emergency eye care visits like eye injuries, sudden vision loss, infection, or foreign bodies. […]

Why Do I Wake Up With Dry Eyes?

Posted on September 16, 2024 (September 16, 2024) by Amany Wissa

A young man waking up with irritated eyes, rubbing them while he lays on a white bed, propped up on his elbows.

Ideally you wake up in the morning refreshed with clear eyes—but this isn’t always the reality for many people. It’s more common than you may think to experience dry eyes in the morning, and there are a variety of possible reasons why. Waking up with dry eyes is often caused by issues with tear production […]

What Types of Contacts Are Best For Dry Eyes?

Posted on July 23, 2024 (July 23, 2024) by Amany Wissa

a woman is placing her dry-eye safe contact lenses in her eyes.

If you experience dry eyes, you know how uncomfortable and frustrating it can be. For those who wear contact lenses, dry eye can be particularly challenging. The right pair of contacts, however, can make a world of difference. There are many types of contacts that are idea for dry eye patients, here are the most […]

Does Radiofrequency Help Tighten Skin? The Arc Eye Care Perspective

Posted on July 11, 2024 (July 11, 2024) by Amany Wissa

Woman receiving RF therapy for skin tightening procedure

As we age, our skin naturally loses its elasticity and firmness, leading to the common concerns of sagging and wrinkles. But does it really work? Let’s explore how RF therapy can benefit your skin and why it might be the right choice for you. Radiofrequency therapy uses energy waves to heat the deep layers of […]

What is IPL Therapy for Dry Eye?

Posted on June 6, 2024 (June 6, 2024) by Amany Wissa

A man taking off his glasses to rub his dry eyes.

IPL therapy uses light pulses from a device to treat the skin around the eyes. By reducing inflammation in the eye’s blood vessels, it can reduce dry eye symptoms. […]

Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurry Vision?

Posted on May 10, 2024 (May 10, 2024) by Amany Wissa

a young woman with her glasses off is rubbing her eyes in front of her laptop

Conditions like dry eye disease can cause blurry vision as well as redness, burning, and overall discomfort. […]

Can Eye Makeup Harm Your Eyes?

Posted on April 5, 2024 (April 5, 2024) by Amany Wissa

A woman uses a brush to apply eye shadow to her eyelid

While eye makeup can enhance our appearance and make us feel more confident, it’s crucial to take proper precautions and care when using it. From patch testing new products to properly removing them at the end of the day, these small steps can help keep our eyes healthy and beautiful. […]

Eyes Feeling Dry? Time to learn about Dry Eye Syndrome!

Posted on October 15, 2021 (October 15, 2021) by Sara

Have you ever thought that you might have dry eyes? Do your eyes burn or get blurry at times? Feel tired or as though there is something inside of them? Do you notice your eyes looking red or inflamed or more sensitive to glare? These are all possible symptoms of dry eyes, a condition that […]

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