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Booking a comprehensive eye exam early in the year helps you plan follow-ups, eyewear, and treatment throughout 2026. It also lets you make the most of your insurance by spreading costs. At Little Lake Family Eye Care, early appointments set you up for better vision and smarter care.

Daily disposable contact lenses have become a popular choice among Barrie patients seeking comfort, hygiene, and convenience. These lenses eliminate the need for cleaning solutions and reduce irritation from buildup or allergies. Our eye doctors at Little Lake Family Eye Care share why more people are making the switch — and how this simple change can transform your vision routine.

Diabetes can affect your eyes long before symptoms appear. Learn how expert care and advanced technology help protect your eyesight.

Choosing the right glasses means considering more than just vision—it’s about lifestyle, comfort, and confidence. This blog explores how to find eyewear that fits your needs, whether you’re working, playing sports, or shopping for kids or seniors. Visit Little Lake Family Eye Care in Barrie for expert help and a curated selection of stylish, functional frames.

At Little Lake Family Eye Care, we know your time is valuable—and so is your vision. That’s why we want to make sure your appointment goes as smoothly as possible.

Excessive screen time can lead to digital eye strain in children, impacting their vision and comfort. At Little Lake Family Eye Care in Barrie, we provide comprehensive eye care to support your child's visual health.

At Little Lake Family Eye Care, we know that understanding how insurance works can feel overwhelming. One of the most common topics patients ask us about is vision insurance—what’s covered, what’s not, and how payments work. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to answer your most frequently asked questions...

Protecting Your Vision with Expert Eye Disease Management Many eye diseases develop without noticeable symptoms in the early stages with most people only noticing a change in their eye health once the disease has significantly progressed. Early diagnosis gives our team and our patients the best shot at effective treatment...

Considering LASIK or Refractive Surgery? We’re Here to Guide You. If you are tired of relying on glasses or contact lenses, LASIK or refractive surgery could be a life-changing solution. These advanced procedures reshape the cornea, correcting vision problems like myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism. At Little Lake Family...

Prioritizing Your Child’s Eye Health A child’s vision is essential to their development, learning, and social interactions. Children are often unaware of their vision problems because they have no idea that not everyone sees the world the way they do and that’s why regular pediatric eye exams are vital for...

Scleral lenses offer unique benefits beyond traditional vision correction. They provide relief for patients with facial paralysis, shingles scarring, severe dry eye, and post-surgical complications, while also restoring vision in conditions like keratoconus. Discover how these lenses can protect and enhance your vision at Little Lake Family Eye Care.

The Eco Eyewear collection offers stylish, sustainable frames made from recycled and bio-based materials. Each pair is carefully selected for its aesthetic appeal and environmental responsibility, reflecting our commitment to providing eco-friendly fashion choices.

Scleral lenses are gaining prominence in eye care due to their advanced design and versatility in treating various eye conditions. Our expertise ensures patients receive the full benefits of these innovative lenses for optimal comfort and vision.

Learn why vision is crucial for children’s learning and the importance of understanding visual acuity versus visual functioning. Discover why yearly exams are essential.

We prioritize your eye health with thorough, state-of-the-art eye examinations. Understanding what to expect from your eye exam can help ease any concerns and highlight the importance of regular visits for your eye health. We’ve invested in some exciting new technology that helps us better understand and treat any potential...

At Little Lake Family Eye Care, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive eye care services for the entire family. Our unique approach combines personalized service with advanced technology to ensure thorough visual ocular health assessments. Located in a highly competitive area in Canada, our practice stands out with exceptional Google reviews and a team of experienced doctors dedicated to providing the best possible care. Discover the difference at Little Lake Family Eye Care, where your family's eye health is our top priority.

Aging plays a critical role in developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss among seniors. By adopting a proactive approach to eye health, including regular eye examinations, maintaining a healthy diet, quitting smoking, managing health conditions, and protecting the eyes from UV light, individuals can minimize their long-term risk of AMD and similar sight-threatening diseases.

Maintaining excellent vision health is a combination of many things. This includes managing your eye health, avoiding excessive screen time, staying vigilant for subtle and seemingly harmless symptoms that may signal vision issues, and taking the initiative to promptly schedule routine eye exams at an eye clinic when necessary. At...

  Did you know that one in three adults grapple with vision impairments? This statistic starkly highlights the pressing need for proactive eye care. At Little Lake Family Eye Care, we're not just aware of this fact; we're dedicated to combating it head-on through education and tailored care. CALL 705-410-0996...

Current evidence is limited, but spending time outdoors is believed to potentially prevent or slow down myopia progression in children and adolescents.

Whether you call it eye goop, crusties or gunk, there are times when a bit of mucus around your eyes is normal — and times when it’s not. Learn how a dry eye optometrist can help.

Mosquito bites are annoying but on the eyelid they can be particularly uncomfortable and even impact your vision. Find out what you can do to treat the bite at home, and when it's a good idea to contact your optometrist.

Do you have a lump on your eyelid? It could be a chalazion. Learn what a chalazion is, how to treat it and prevent it from recurring.