Sheridan Optometric Centre
2155 Leanne Blvd # 103A L5K2K8 Mississauga, ON, Canada

Come by to SEE us and we’ll make sure you’ll see your beary best this holiday season!

Diet plays an important role in preventing or mitigating diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Read on to learn what foods to increase and which ones to avoid. What’s your favorite recipes using these eye-healthy nutrients, comment below!

You can use your benefits to buy new designer frames or update your lens prescription. Schedule an appointment today!

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As you prepare to chef-it-up this holiday season, keep this in mind as you chop up your next onion! A cut onion releases a gas called Propanethiol S-oxide, and when mixed with certain enzymes in the onion, it creates a sulfur gas that irritates the eyes and triggers your tear glands. Here's a tip: keep your onion refrigerated! Cold onion doesn't release that chemical compound as easily as it would if it were warm.

We live in a world flooded with digital devices. As a result, you may be starting to experience digital eye strain, which makes your eyes feel sore, tired, watery, and/or dry. To prevent this from occurring, follow the 20-20-20 rule!

REMINDER! Tomorrow, Daylight Savings ends...

This year’s theme for World Diabetes Day is, The Nurse and Diabetes. Nurses help support people living with all types of health concerns especially those that have diabetes. They face several challenges and education is so important to help equip nurses with the skills they need to help support them.

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Often, when winter is upon us our motivation to exercise and eat healthy foods tend to plummet along with the temperature. Don't let the cooler weather hold you back from staying healthy! Make sure you eat nutritious meals, stay active, limit alcoholic beverages, and avoid smoking tobacco.

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Today, at 11 am on the 11th day of the 11th month marks the day the First World War ended in 1918. Take a moment of silence to remember and honour all those who sacrificed their lives serving our nation.

Now that face masks are part of our everyday wardrobe, you may notice your eyes getting a little dryer than usual. Here are some tips to keep that from happening: - Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. This will ensure the moisture exits through the side of your mask and not above it. - Try to blink more frequently. - Ask us about lubricating eye drops.

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Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.

Scary things happen on Halloween... don't let an eye infection be the scariest! Decorative contacts are a great addition to any costume, but when used without a valid prescription, they may seriously harm your eyes & vision. Contact us to get safely fitted & enjoy a healthy and fun Halloween.

For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:

COVID-19 UPDATE We are open by appointment only from Monday through Friday 9am to 2pm. This is only for urgent eye problems and other urgent matters. Curbside pick up is available. Appointments must be made by calling the office. Many contact lens orders can still be filled and will be shipped directly to your home. Contact us for more information.... The situation is fluid and there is a possibility that the period may be extended. We are complying with the Ministry of Health recommendations and will keep you updated as to any changes. Please come here to see updates or give us a call.

Despite the pandemic this year, there are so many things to be grateful for: our wonderful patients, family, and friendsto name a few. Enjoy this time with loved ones and an amazing feast. We wish you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

Have you decided on this year's Halloween costume? For most costumes, makeup is the most essential part! Here are some tips to help you avoid eye irritation or infection when using makeup:

Which do you prefer to wear? Hit for glasses or for contacts.

Thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year. Heres a few tips on how to avoid them: Wear the correct eye protection and make sure theyre polycarbonate lenses, theyre 10x more resistant to impact than other lenses. Wear additional protective eyewear, if you wear contact lenses or glasses. Wear eye protection if youve had any previous eye injuries or surgeries. Regularly inspect protective eyewear for any damages. Lastly, contact us to determine which protective eyewear is best for your needs!

Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight

Try these simple tips to keep your glasses fog-free! - Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. - Place a folded tissue under your mask, right at the bridge of your nose, to absorb the moisture. - Ask us about anti-fog sprays and wipes!

Our hands touch a variety of surfaces throughout the daycounters, doorknobs, our phones, etc. So remember to wash your hands before touching your face or eyes to prevent spreading any germs into your body!

October is Eye Injury Prevention Month! Each year, thousands are affected by eye injuries, the majority of which could have been prevented by wearing proper protective eyewear & taking simple precautions. Believe it or not, half of eye injuries occur in our very homes!

Water on contact lenses is a big no-no! Water contains microorganisms that could cause an eye infection, even if the water is clean.

Happy Labour Day! Get ready to BBQ, grab some great sales, hit up the beach or pool, and enjoy the time off. How will you celebrate this #labourday?

Are objects at a distance or close by appearing blurry? If so, it's definitely time for an eye exam! Visit our website to schedule yours today.

Finding ways to alleviate stress is so important for your health, including your vision! Symptoms like blurry vision, eye twitching, watery or dry eyes, and headaches can be reduced significantly by finding tension relieving strategies, meditation anyone?

In honor of Healthy Aging Month, lets all stay active and vibrant as long as possible! No one can escape aging, but dont let that get you down. Lets focus on the positive! Take a good look at yourself: are you where you want to be physically, socially, mentally, or financially? Its never too late to reinvent yourself!

Using electronic devices right before bed can obstruct your bodys internal clock (circadian rhythm). The blue light emitted from these devices hinders the release of the sleep-inducing hormone, melatonin, making it difficult to get a good night of quality sleep. Consider changing the settings on your phone to blue light filter/night shift or stop using your digital devices for at least 45 minutes before bedtime.

To keep safe & healthy, were constantly washing our hands. But what about our smartphones? Studies have shown that these devices can be carriers for viruses, bacteria, & even fungi! Check with your phone manufacturer for cleaning instructions. If your hands are contaminated & youve been using your phone, chances are... its contaminated too!

Contact our office today to learn all about our blue light filter options for your glasses.

Did you know that your glasses can potentially transfer viruses? COVID-19 can live on plastic and glass surfaces for several days. Cleaning our glasses frequently after touching them could stop the contamination cycle. Heres how to disinfect your glasses:

Now, more than ever, is the time to upgrade their lenses with blue light protection or get them a pair of computer glasses.

With some of the kids going back to school this fall, please spend some time with them discussing ways to stay safe & protect themselves from COVID-19.

Whether your child is going to be learning at home or in school, dont forget to add an eye exam to their back-to-school checklist. Learning usually involves reading, writing, computer work & even physical education all of which require great vision. If your child is having trouble seeing clearly, he or she may feel tired & struggle to maintain focus. Here are 4 signs your child may have undetected vision problems:

Screen time can come at a price, often causing headaches, eye strain, insomnia, and even retinal damage.

In honor of National Eye Exam Month, dont put off your eye exam and schedule it! Go the extra mile and tell a friend, family, neighbor, anyone... to get theirs done too!

With the new school year right around the corner, this is the perfect time to schedule your childs yearly eye exam, if you havent done so already! Keeping your childs eyes safe is also an important part of maintaining healthy vision. Eye injuries are one of the leading causes of vision loss in children.

Children across the globe are now learning online through virtual classrooms. Whether they use a tablet, smartphone, or laptop, blue light emission from digital devices can potentially harm their eyes.

Dont forget to wear your sunglasses... enjoy your weekend!

There are many reasons to have your toddler undergo an eye exam. Eye problems can cause a variety of learning and behavioral problems later in life. The earlier problems are diagnosed, the more effectively they can be treated. Excellent vision and visual skills can lead to academic success and, in turn, self-confidence.

If you could have any eye color what would it be? Comment below!

A study conducted by John Hopkins University shows that a specific protein in the eyes makes them a target for COVID-19 transmission. This may also explain why certain people with coronavirus first developed conjunctivitis.

Experiencing blurred vision? We can help! Were pros, after all

Contact lens wearers: make sure to practice good hygiene when handling your contact lenses! Prior to inserting or removing contacts, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for 20 seconds, and fully dry your hands using a clean paper towel.

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While the sun provides us with countless benefits, it can also be harmful to our skin and eyes. Over time, unprotected exposure to UV rays can lead to macular degeneration, cataracts, and even skin cancer. Below are three essential ways to protect yourself from harmful UV rays:

Ever wonder whether wearing a mask and social distancing really works? A recent study conducted by McMaster University confirms the effectiveness of personal protective equipment (PPE) - including eye protection - along with physical distancing in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

As pollen allergy symptoms begin to manifest during the COVID-19 pandemic, we may confuse one for the other, as both have similar symptoms. These include sore throat, headaches, and feeling tired.

Oh, Canada! This year, Canada Day will be celebrated virtually. So whip out your flags, enjoy some great music, delicious food, dance away, and watch your favorite comedies, all in celebration of Canadas 153rd Birthday! Happy Canada Day!

Get your cameras ready Were celebrating #NationalSunglassesDay and we want to see you rockin your favorite pair of shades! Send us your #SunglassSelfie below

Like most of us, when the coronavirus pandemic hit, all summer vacation plans got canceled and pushed to the side. Everyone deserves a vacation, more now than ever. Here are some ideas of things you can do to have a safe summer vacation:

June is Fireworks Eye Safety Month! Canada Day is right around the corner and the first thing that comes to mind is FIREWORKS ! They are fun and beautiful to look at but can be so dangerous. Here are some safety tips to keep your eyes safe from fireworks:

Were excited to be reopened as were taking all the extra steps to keep our patients and staff alike safe and healthy. We stagger appointments so please dont come early and come alone. Always wear a mask or face covering when you enter. If you are sick PLEASE STAY HOME.

Happy Fathers Day to all the amazing dads out there! Today is also National Selfie Day, what a great way to celebrate both than by taking an amazing selfie with your favorite old man! Drop your selfies down below

Hello Summer! How are you spending the first day of summer? Comment below!

Giant squids have the largest eyes in the world. A giant squids eye is about 10 inches in diameter which is about the size of a dinner plate or a human head!

Heres a message from our favorite Anti-villain League agent, Gru and the Minions, with some tips on how to get through this challenging: