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Tired of Burning, Watery Eyes? How Intense Pulse Light Therapy (IPL) May Help

  Do your eyes constantly feel irritated, watery, or tired? Many people assume watery eyes mean their eyes are too moist — but excessive tearing is actually a common symptom of dry eye disease. If eye drops only provide temporary relief, the underlying problem may be inflammation or blocked oil glands. At our dry eye clinic, we offer Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy to help treat the root cause of chronic dry eye symptoms and improve long-term eye comfort. What…

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Children’s Eye Exams: Why Pediatric Eye Exams Are Essential for Healthy Vision

The Importance of Children’s Eye Exams for Learning and Development Children rely on their vision every day for learning, reading, sports, and social development. Yet many vision problems can go unnoticed because children often do not realize their eyesight is blurry or that their eyes are not functioning properly. Regular children’s eye exams are one of the most important steps parents can take to support their child’s overall health and academic success. At Humber Bay Eye Care, comprehensive pediatric eye…

Welcome Dr. Senuri Aponso to Humber Bay Eye Care

We are excited to welcome Optometrist, Dr. Senuri Aponso, to the Humber Bay Eye Care team! Dr. Aponso graduated from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry, where she received extensive training in primary eye care and ocular disease. She is passionate about delivering patient-centered care and helping patients achieve their best possible vision and long-term ocular health. Her areas of focus are: Pediatric care, myopia control and management Ocular disease management Diabetic eye care Dry eye disease treatment Now…

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Understanding Why Patients Experience Dry Eye from Cosmetic Products: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

For numerous patients, cosmetic products are an integral part of their daily routine. Items like mascara, eyeliner, foundation, and concealer not only enhance appearance but also elevate confidence. However, a growing number of individuals are experiencing dry eye symptoms following makeup application — symptoms such as burning, redness, blurred vision, and irritation — prompting patients to question: Does makeup make dry eyes worse? The answer is yes, in many cases. Certain cosmetic products and ingredients can disrupt the tear film,…