G&G Eye Doctors
Optometry & Optical -

Brampton | Cambridge

Even if you feel healthy and your vision seems fine, regular eye exams are still important for maintaining good eye health. Here's why:

Early Detection: Many eye diseases, like glaucoma and macular degeneration, can develop without any noticeable symptoms in the early stages. A comprehensive eye exam can detect these conditions early on, when treatment is most effective.

Overall Health: Your eyes can also provide clues about your overall health. Eye exams can sometimes detect signs of diabetes, high blood pressure, and other health conditions.

Baseline Evaluation: Having a baseline eye exam establishes a record of your healthy vision. This allows your doctor to compare future exams and identify any changes that might occur over time.

Schedule an Eye Exam today and ensure healthy and clear vision for your future!

The recommended frequency for eye exams depends on your age and risk factors for eye disease. Here's a general guide:

Children:
First Eye Exam: No Age Restriction. A child can have an eye exam at any age after birth. Ideally, a child's should have thier first eye exam before 6 months of age.
Second Exam: Childern can have exams yearly to ensure optimal ocular health. At minimum it is recommended between the ages of 2 and 5.
Annual Exams: After that, children should have an eye exam every year.

Adults:
Ages 19-39: Every 2 years (if healthy and no vision problems)
Ages 40-64: Every 1-2 years
Ages 65 and older: Annually

Note: The above is only a recomendation only, more frequent checkups may be needed and is best determined by your eye care professional.

Choosing the right eye doctor matters. Here's a breakdown to help you understand:

Optometrist: Optometrists are primary eye care providers. They perform routine eye exams, prescribe corrective lenses (glasses and contacts), diagnose and treat eye conditions, and manage certain eye diseases. Think of an Optometrist as your "family doctor but for the eyes".

Ophthalmologist: Ophthalmologists are medical doctors who specialize in eye care and have extensive training and qualifications to perform surgeries.

Similar to how your family doctor might refer you to a cardiologist for specialized care after a routine checkup, your optometrist can refer you to an ophthalmologist for advanced eye conditions or surgery as well.

Schedule your eye exam today at G&G Eye Doctors. "Discover a whole new level of eye care."

In the case of an eye emergency, seeking professional medical attention as soon as possible is crucial. Here's what you can do:

See your eye doctor immediately. They are equipped to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye emergencies.

G&G Eye Doctors understands emergencies happen and thats why we accept walk-in appointments to minimize wait times.

Optometrists can treat most emergencies directly. This includes removing foreign objects, addressing ocular hypertension, uveitis, and many more conditions.

Even if specialist care is needed, seeing an eye doctor first is beneficial. Emergency rooms can have long wait times, which can be detrimental for some eye conditions.

G&G Eye Doctors has a vast network with ophthalmologists across the GTA. This allows them to streamline emergency cases and get you the necessary surgical intervention quickly, if and when needed.

When it comes to eye emergencies, prompt action is essential. While the information above highlights the services offered by G&G Eye Doctors, the most important takeaway is to seek professional medical attention as soon as possible. The above is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical examination, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. If you cannot reach your eye doctor, seek care at your nearest hospital immediately.

Eye exams use a standardized eye test chart filled with letters and/or symbols that decrease in size the further down the chart you go. This is typically called the Snellen Chart, and helps measure your visual acuity, which is how clear and sharp your vision is at a specific distance.

20/20 vision is considered the standard for normal visual acuity. This means that at a distance of 20 feet, you can see the same level of detail that a person with normal (healthy) vision can also see from 20 feet away.

20/40 vision indicates that your vision is weaker than 20/20. In this case, what a person with the normal (healthy) eyes can see at 40 feet away, you require it to be closer to you at 20ft to see it.

A higher second number in the fraction (ex. 20/40) indicates slightly weaker eyesight.

OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan) covers eye exams for certain groups of people. Here's a breakdown:

Children (19 years old and younger): OHIP fully covers one comprehensive eye exam per year with an optometrist.

Seniors (65 years old and older): OHIP covers one major eye exam every 18 months, along with potentially two additional follow-up appointments for specific eye conditions.

Adults (20-64 years old): Routine eye exams are not covered by OHIP for this age group. However, if you have a specific eye condition requiring regular monitoring, OHIP may cover an annual exam and up to two related follow-up appointments.

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Brampton: (905) 497-1511
Cambridge: (519) 622-1115