Eye Care and Eye Health
Oscar Wylee is passionate about eye care and your eye health. We have an experienced team with high-quality equipment to test, diagnose and in some cases, treat eye conditions and diseases. We are experts in eye care and provide comprehensive eye exams, performed by independent, trusted optometrists.
Optometrist
At Oscar Wylee, we have independent optometrists who are dedicated to providing fundamental eye care services. They are one of three eye care professionals, including ophthalmologists and opticians, who work together to look after your vision.
Eye Exam
A regular eye exam is an essential part of taking care of your health. From pretesting to a retinal scan, the results of an eye exam enable an optometrist to provide tailored advice on how to best support your visual needs.
- 12 Types of Eye Tests
- What Is Pupillary Distance?
- Direct Billing
- EOM: Eye Muscle Test and How It is Conducted
- Visual Acuity Tests: Types, Procedures, Benefits and Limitations
- Checkup Eye Exam: Definition, and What to Expect?
- Visual Field Test: How Does it Work, Types and Benefits
- Retinal Exam: Importance, How it Works, and Benefits
- Tonometry Test: Importance, Procedure, Types and Results
- What is a Snellen Chart? A Complete Overview
- Fluorescein Angiography: Side Effects, Procedure, Risk and Benefits
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Fundus Photography
Guides
At Oscar Wylee, we offer a wide range of glasses and lens types. Choosing the right pair and learning how to take care of them is crucial, which is why we’ve provided in-depth guides to make the process easier.
- Face Shape Guide
- Multifocal Lenses: Types, Advantages and Disadvantages
- Blue Light Glasses
- Reading Glasses
- Why Do My Eyes Hurt When I Wake Up? 8 Causes and Treatment
- How to Turn On and Off Blue Light On iPhone and Android
- How to Read an Eyeglasses Prescription
- Sclera: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Problems
- What Does Sphere, Cylinder and Axis Mean?
- Polycarbonate Lens: What is it, Advantages, and Disadvantages
- 10 Best Eyeglasses for Women in 2025
- Do Blue Light Glasses Work?
- Night Driving and Vision Glasses
- Glasses Repair: How to Fix Broken Glasses
- Polarized Sunglasses Meaning, Functions, Benefits and Applications
- UV Sunglasses Types and Categories
- Itchy Eye Causes: 8 Reasons Your Eyes Itch
- 7 Different Types of Eye Drops You Should Know
- 4 Eye Exercises for Strabismus
- The 10 Best Vitamins for Eye Supplements: What Should You Know
- Different Types of Glasses, Frames, and Lenses
- Seeing Flashing Lights in the Corner of the Eye: What is it, Causes, and Treatment
- Polarized Glasses vs. UV Protection Glasses: The Key Differences
- Diabetic Eye Exam: Importance, Purpose, and What to Expect
- Bio-Acetate Glasses (Eyewear)
- Bifocal Lenses: How It Works, Types and Alternatives
- Low Vision: What Causes Bad Eyesight?
- Why Does My Eye Hurt When I Blink?
- Macula: Anatomy, Function, and Macula-related Conditions
- Prescription Glasses: What They Are, How They Work, Types, and Benefits
- Acetate Glasses: Material, Benefits and Caring Tips
- UV Protection Glasses: Is UV Protection on Glasses Worth It?
- Best Glasses for Pear Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Is Wearing Scratched Glasses Bad?
- Understanding the Gunk in My Eyes: Causes, Types and Treatments
- Best Glasses for Round Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- 10 Best Men's Eyeglasses Frames for Every Face Shape: Buyer's Guide
- Eye: Definition, How does it Work, Anatomy, and Functions
- Progressive Lenses: Definition, How it Works, Uses, and Benefits
- What to Do If You Burn Your Eye: Immediate Actions and Treatment
- Best Glasses For Oval Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Prism Eyeglasses Lenses: Definition, Uses and Side Effects
- Parts of Glasses: A Guide to the Anatomy of Glasses
- Cornea: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Problems
- Ciliary Body: Anatomy, Function and Associated Eye Diseases
- Best Glasses for Diamond Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- What is Blue Light from Digital Devices?
- 2025 Eyewear Trends: Style, Trend, and Best Glasses for Men and Women
- Best 8 Ray-Ban Alternatives
- 8 Different Types of Lenses for Glasses
- Best Glasses for Different Face Shapes: How to Choose Glasses for Male and Female Face Shapes
- 14 Natural Home Treatments and Remedies for Sore Eyes
- A Comprehensive Guide to Different Types of Color Blindness
- Best Glasses for Square Face (Male and Female): Frames, Shapes and Types
- Does Polarized Sunglasses Block Blue Light?
- Conjunctiva: Anatomy, Regions, Function, and Associated Eye Conditions
- Pupil: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Conditions
- Transition Lenses (Photochromic Glasses): How It Works, Cost and Benefits
- Eye Yoga: Benefits, Effects, And Does it Work?
- 9 Ways to Protect Eyes from Ultraviolet (UV) Light
- 9 Clear Signs You Need New Glasses for Improved Vision
- Vitreous Humour: Anatomy, Function, and Related Eye Problems
- Choroid: Anatomy, Function, and Associated Eye Diseases
- Can You Shower with Contacts in? What are the Risks and Precautions?
- Single Vision Lenses
- 10 Ways to Keep Children's Eyes Healthy
Eye Conditions
Eye health is an extremely important aspect of your life. At Oscar Wylee, we have independent optometrists who are qualified to diagnose, treat and refer patients who have a variety of eye conditions depending on their needs and concerns.
- Common Eye Conditions
- Eye Twitching: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
- Chalazion: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Puffy Eyes: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Red or Bloodshot Eyes: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
- Blepharitis: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Shingles in the Eye: Definition, Symptoms, Complication, and Treatment
- Eye Pain: Definition, Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
- Eye Floaters: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Astigmatism: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factor and Treatment
- Pressure Behind the Eye: What is it, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Hyperopia (Farsightedness): Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Nearsightedness (Myopia): Definition, Symptoms, Risk Factor and Treatment
- Light Sensitivity: Definition, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- 10 Top Common Causes of Eye Injuries
- Dry Eyes: Cause, Treatment, and Prevention
- Eye Health Check: 9 Eye Diagnostic Tests
- 9 Common Causes of Eye Irritation
- Dilated Pupil Exam: Definition, Importance, Preparations
- How to Flush the Eye Safely
- Lazy Eye (Amblyopia): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Watery Eyes: Causes, Tests, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
- Optic Neuritis: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Cataracts: Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
- Eye Allergies: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
- 16 Types of Eye Problems
- Pinguecula: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Double Vision (Diplopia): Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Black Eye (periorbital haematoma): Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factor and Treatment
- Glaucoma: Definition, Symptoms, Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Eye Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors and Treatment
- Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
- Eye Stroke: Types, Symptoms, and Risk Factors
- Photokeratitis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments
- Eye Strain Headache: Definition, Treatment, Prevention, and Diagnosis
- 12 Common Eye Problems among the Elderly
- Keratitis: Types, Cause, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Presbyopia: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Eye Fatigue (Eye Strain): Causes and Treatments for Tired and Sleepy Eyes
- Blurred Vision: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
- Distorted Vision (Metamorphopsia): Definition, Types, and Causes
- Iris: Anatomy, Function, and Iris-related Conditions
- Corneal Dystrophy: Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Corneal Abrasion: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
- Esotropia: Definition, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
All About Eye Care
Eye care is an important part of your health and well-being. On this page, we will focus on the following aspects of eye care.
- Maintaining healthy eyes and eyesight
- The need for eye check-ups
- Children’s eye care
Healthy Eyes and Maintaining Your Eyesight
Your eyes need care and attention if you want to ensure the health of your eyesight. Things you can do to maintain healthy eyes are listed below.
- Eat a well-balanced diet: The food you eat plays an integral role in the health of your body and can also affect your eyes.
- Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes: This can cause irritation and spread bacteria.
- Protect your eyes from UV rays with sunglasses: High levels of UV radiation mean you need to wear sunglasses to reduce your exposure to harmful rays.
- Avoid smoking: Smoking can increase your risk of certain eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.
- Schedule regular eye exams with an eye care professional: This ensures your optometrist can detect or monitor any eye conditions or diseases that affect the health of your eyes.
Eye Touching: Is it Safe?
In general, is it not good to touch or rub your eyes, especially if your hands are dirty. Any touching of your eyes can spread infection and potentially make things worse.
If you are struggling with rubbing itchy or dry eyes, try using lubricating eye drops which will add moisture to your eyes and can relieve the need to rub them.
Sore Eyes: What to do
It is not uncommon to experience sore eyes, but it can be confusing to know what is normal and when you should see your eye doctor. If you are experiencing eye pain, it is best you see your local eye care professional, especially if the pain is paired with vision problems, headaches, or nausea.
Book an appointment with an independent optometrist in-store where they can perform a comprehensive eye exam and answer any and all questions or concerns.
Blue Light Glasses
Blue light glasses are used to help block rays that could potentially cause discomfort and strain to your eyes. They are popular with people who spend a lot of time in front of screens such as at work or when gaming.
While blue light glasses are effective at blocking blue light emitted from digital screens, it is still too early in the research to determine the effectiveness of these filters and whether they are protecting your eyes from damage.
The Importance of Sunglasses With UV Protection
Sunglasses are indispensable for ensuring that you enjoy the outdoors with clear vision and protection against the sun. All of this is available in Oscar Wylee’s sunglass lenses from tinted to transition lenses with 100% UV protection.
Book an Eye Exam
We direct bill to most major insurance providers when possible, saving you time and saving you from upfront payments.
Eye Check-ups
Regular eye check-ups are crucial for your eye health as not only will they provide you with the prescription you may need for any corrective devices such as glasses, but they can also diagnose eye conditions and diseases.
How Much is an Eye Exam?
Depending on your age and the province you live in, your eye exam may be covered in full or partially by the provincial government. To find out if you’re covered, contact your local Oscar Wylee Canada store or provincial health care office.
How Often Should I Get an Eye Exam?
We recommend that everyone should have a routine eye exam with an optometrist at least once every 2 years. If you are over 65 years old, then a yearly review is advised.
Eye Conditions and Problems
Visit Oscar Wylee if you have any concerns regarding your vision or eyes as we have independent optometrists who can examine your eyes. Our stores are fully equipped to diagnose or treat many common eye conditions.
Some common eye conditions are listed below.
- Double vision
- Glaucoma
- Dry eyes
- Conjunctivitis
- Presbyopia
Kids Eye Care
It is recommended for children to have an eye exam:
- When you suspect there may be issues with your child's vision.
- Just before they start school.
- At your discretion, or your optometrist's suggestion.
It is common for children in the classroom to have vision problems. Vision impairment can impact greatly on a child’s learning, confidence, and behaviour. The sooner that vision problems are detected, the better the outcome, and that could make a big difference to your child. At Oscar Wylee, we have qualified, independent optometrists and Kids’ frames for children so you can look after your child's vision.
Not every optometrist performs eye exams on children. Contact your local Oscar Wylee store for more information.
Oscar Wylee Eye Care Independent Optometrists
At Oscar Wylee, we believe you should make your eye health a priority with regular eye exams, taking preventative actions such as wearing sunglasses and caring for your children’s eyes from a young age.
Book your next eye exam with a trusted, independent optometrist.