Herzig Eye Institute in Vision fitness on June 2, 2017
Helen Brandenborg, OD Dry eyes and dental hygiene? It’s time to take care of our eyes as much as we pay attention to our teeth. After a visit to our dentist we brush and floss our teeth daily to maintain good oral hygiene. What about our eyes? After an eye exam, how can we prevent… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in Lifestyle + News on March 23, 2017
We often tailor our diet to achieve a variety of health benefits – forgetting that the foods we eat can benefit our vision. Dr. Helen Brandenborg was featured in the news publications 24 Hours Toronto, Toronto Sun and Niagara Falls Review to discuss the essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that help keep your eyes strong… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in Lifestyle + News on March 16, 2017
Laser vision correction procedures have continuously evolved since the 1990s – offering those with vision impairments the chance to live without glasses. Today, patient’s seeking to correct myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism often choose LASIK or PRK. The latest advancement in laser eye surgery – SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) – offers patients with severe short-sightedness… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Lifestyle + News on July 27, 2016
Laser eye surgery is one of the most exciting technological advances in the history of eye care. The Herzig Eye Institute now offers three generations of laser eye surgery — LASIK and PRK, along with the recently approved SMILE, which is available in only a few institutes in North America. SMILE stands for Small Incision… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Medical Information on July 26, 2016
Perhaps you’ve considered trading in your old eyeglasses or contact lenses in favor of LASIK surgery or other forms of Laser Vision Correction. But you’re concerned about costs and whether LASIK is covered by medical insurance. Unfortunately, most insurance companies don’t cover LASIK, because laser eye surgery is nearly always considered elective or cosmetic surgery…. Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Medical Information on July 26, 2016
Cataract surgery is usually recommended when people feel their quality of life is affected and their ability to perform normal activities (driving, reading or engaging in sports) is compromised. When cataract symptoms begin, you may be able to cope temporarily with a new prescription for your glasses, strong bifocals, magnification, appropriate lighting, or other visual… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Medical Information on July 26, 2016
You’re thinking about leaving your old eyeglasses behind for sharper, clearer vision, but you’re worried that LASIK eye surgery might hurt. Have no fear. Rest assured that Laser Vision Correction is not painful. LASIK (Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis) is a delicate surgical procedure, allowing for a very predictable healing response. Your vision stabilizes rapidly,… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Medical Information on July 26, 2016
If you’re having difficulty reading labels, menus, newspapers, computer screens, and other objects up close, you’re not alone. “Presbyopia, or the loss of reading vision, affects everyone over 40,” says Dr. Sheldon Herzig, Medical Director at the Herzig Eye Institute in Toronto. “As the body ages, the natural lens of the eye loses part of… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Medical Information on July 26, 2016
Most people when they’re considering surgical treatment to eliminate their dependence on glasses only consider laser vision correction(LVC), either SMILE, LASIK, or PRK. However, with patients over 45 and sometimes younger, the procedure that provides better visual quality and a more permanent result is not LVC but rather Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE). RLE is the… Read More
Herzig Eye Institute in General Category, Medical Information on July 26, 2016
If you’ve been thinking of trading in your glasses for years, or maybe even decades, you might be wondering, “How long does LASIK last?” Can one surgical procedure really be a long-term solution for those old eyeglasses? For most people, improved vision through LASIK surgery is permanent. It’s a delicate surgical procedure that allows for… Read More
