Switching From Glasses to Contact Lenses? We Can Help!
The demand for contact lenses continues to grow in Canada as people look for an alternative to traditional glasses.
There are many reasons why you might want to switch to contact lenses. You might be changing up your style and wanting a glasses-free look, or you might be tired of rain and water spots on your lenses. If you’re an avid player of sports or an outdoor adventurer, you might want the freedom from worrying about your glasses slipping and falling during intense activities.
Whatever your reasons for wanting contact lenses, our optometrists are available for fittings. Give us a try—even if you weren’t satisfied with a previous contact lens experience. We’ll work with you to find the perfect lens.
What Are Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses are a medical device. These tiny pieces of plastic sit on the cornea, float on your tear film, and correct your vision errors.
You might even get a heightened level of vision correction from contacts, owing to their close proximity to your eye. They work with the shape of your eye and provide more natural vision correction than glasses.
Some people choose to wear contact lenses every day, while others prefer to wear them for special occasions or during exercise. Your optometrist will help you determine the type of lens best suited to your lifestyle and needs.
Types of Contact Lenses
Contact lenses come in many varieties, with a wide range of options to suit each lifestyle. Soft contact lenses are made in either disposable or extended wear varieties. If you choose to go with disposable lenses, you’ll have the choice of daily or monthly versions.
If you require something a little more durable than soft contact lenses, you might consider rigid gas-permeable lenses. Rigid gas-permeable lenses may provide clearer and crisper vision, but you might sacrifice some comfort, particularly as you get used to them.
We also offer lenses for myopia control. MiyoSmart Lenses and MiSight Daily Lenses have been shown to slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) significantly.
If you have dry eyes or other conditions like astigmatism, you might require specialty contact lenses. We will be happy to provide options for your specific situation. No matter what, it’s imperative that your lenses fit you properly.
Contact Lens Fittings
Contact lenses are medical devices that require professional expertise to ensure an appropriate fit. At your appointment, we’ll take a series of measurements to help determine the best contact lenses for your eyes.
Your optometrist might use keratometry to measure the curvature of your cornea. This measurement ensures the lens sits properly on your eye. We might also use corneal topography to get a more detailed view of the corneal surface.
Additionally, we may use a biomicroscope (slit-lamp) or ruler to measure your pupils and irises. These measurements help determine the right type of lens for the size and shape of your eye.
Ordering Contacts Lenses Online
If you are considering buying your contact lenses online you may want to consider some factors before proceeding. You want to ensure that you do have a valid prescription, and you have had an eye exam within the last year to ensure your prescription is up to date.
At LMC Optometry and Eye Care we have our 24/7 online store where existing patients can re-order their contact lens prescriptions. We offer incredible pricing and array of brands!
ACUVUE
The options are nearly endless when it comes to ACUVUE® brand contact lenses – the #1 contact lens brand in the world. Long-lasting comfort and clear vision can be yours with a contact lens in the ACUVUE® brand family.
Air Optix
Utilizing silicon hydrogel technology, Air Optix contact lenses are well known for comfort and oxygen permeability. They are available in a variety of prescriptions and varieties, including toric lenses.
CooperVision Misight
Eye Care Professionals Can Begin Fitting the World’s First One-Day Soft Contact Lens Shown to Substantially Slow the Progression of Myopia in Children. Millions of children across Canada are poised to benefit from a breakthrough therapy that addresses the fast-growing issue of myopia (nearsightedness), which is projected to negatively affect more than 50 percent of the world’s population by 2050. CooperVision MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are now available for fitting by Eye Care Professionals. An American brand, it is the world’s first one-day soft contact lens clinically proven to substantially slow the progression of myopia in children.
CooperVision Proclear
Proclear by CooperVision are a line of daily-disposable contact lenses with options available for nearly every corrective lens prescription need, including options for astigmatism. Designed in USA, they feature Phosphorylcholine, a material that attracts water and encourages healthy eye hydration.
Dailies Aqua Comfort Plus
Anyone who wears contact lenses knows the challenge of keeping them hydrated. Now imagine being able to do this with a simple blink of the eye. All-day comfort is a reality with blink-activated moisture technology. Experience the comfort and convenience that these lenses can offer.
Ultra Multi-Focal
No more compromising – there’s now a contact lens solution for those living with both astigmatism and presbyopia. The ULTRA Multifocal for Astigmatism is designed to provide all-encompassing vision correction, using the latest technology to address both multifocal and astigmatism vision needs. The result is a lens that feels comfortable and secure, while providing ground-breaking clarity for those with astigmatism and presbyopia.
Made from silicon hydrogel, the ULTRA Multifocal for Astigmatism lens combines Bauch + Lomb’s leading 3-Zone Progressive™ Design and OpticAlign® design to ensure consistent power, effortless transitions, and stability.
Book Your Contact Lens Consultation Today!
While contact lenses are widely tolerated, they don’t work for everyone. Make sure they’re the right fit for your lifestyle—and your eyes—by making an appointment for a contact lens consultation today.
FAQs
What eye conditions can your eye doctors diagnose and manage?
Our optometrist at LMC can diagnose and manage conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and digital eye strain.
How often should I get an eye exam?
It’s recommended to have an eye exam in an eye clinic at least once every two years, or annually if you have existing eye conditions or risk factors.
Can you fix 20/40 vision?
For minor vision issues like 20/40 acuity, contacts are usually an effective choice for correction. Different lenses are available at LMC Optometry for different refractive errors.
Are eye exams covered by OHIP?
Annual eye exams are completely covered by OHIP for children (19 and under) and seniors (65 and older). However, adults aged 20-64 must pay for routine eye exams themselves or use private insurance, as these exams are not covered by OHIP.
How can I book an appointment?
You can book an appointment online through the LMC Optometry website or by calling the specific location nearest to you.
Our Locations
Barrie
You’ll find our Barrie location in the Barrie Primary Care Campus on Bayview Drive.
Contact Information
- Phone: (705) 302-4992
- Fax: 705-302-5165
- Email: barrieeyecare@lmc.ca
Address
370 Bayview Dr, Unit #110Barrie, ON L4N 7L3
Our Hours
Bayview
You’ll find our Bayview location in the CNIB building.
Contact Information
- Phone: (647) 556-3923
- Fax: 437-293-5146
- Email: bayvieweyecare@lmc.ca
Address
1929 Bayview Avenue, Suite 107Toronto, ON M4G 3E8
Our Hours
Bolton
We have moved from King Street to Martha Street where we are on the second floor of the Bolton Professional Building.
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 857-2773
- Email: bolton@individualeyes.ca
Address
30 Martha Street, Unit 203Bolton, ON L7E 5V1
Hours of Operations
Brampton
You’ll find our Brampton location in SmartCentres Bramport on Bovaird Drive East.
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 450-3848
- Fax: 905-450-3850
- Email: bramptoneyecare@lmc.ca
Address
2979 Bovaird Dr EBrampton, ON L6S 0C6
Our Hours
London
You’ll find our London clinic inside the Oxford Health Centre on the fourth floor.
Contact Information
- Phone: (226) 781-4750
- Fax: 226-781-4885
- Email: londoneyecare@lmc.ca
Address
Suite 400, 140 Oxford Street EastLondon, ON N6A 5R9
Our Hours
Ottawa
Visit our Ottawa location in Cedarview Square off Tartan Drive.
Contact Information
- Phone: (613) 576-3552
- Fax: 613-505-9707
- Email: ottawaeyecare@lmc.ca
Address
4100 Strandherd Dr, Suite 215Nepean, ON K2J 0V2
Our Hours
Richmond Hill
Come by our beautiful Richmond Hill location on Tower Hill Road just down from William Neal Community Park. We’re right between Tower Hill-Bathurst Animal Hospital and Aviva Nails, and there’s lots of parking available. Now offering vision therapy.
Contact Information
- Phone: 905-787-8686
- Email: richmondhill@individualeyes.ca
Address
9-372 Tower Hill RoadRichmond Hill, ON L4E 0T8
Hours of Operations
Come by our beautiful Richmond Hill location on Tower Hill Road just down from William Neal Community Park. We’re right between Tower Hill-Bathurst Animal Hospital and Aviva Nails, and there’s lots of parking available.
Scarborough
You’ll find our Scarborough location in the Ellesmere medical building.
Contact Information
- Phone: (647) 374-5640
- Fax: 647-374-5652
- Email: sbeyecare@lmc.ca
Address
520 Ellesmere Road Suite 214Scarborough, Ontario M1R 0B1
Our Hours
Thornhill
LMC Thornhill Optometric Centre is located in the Tim Horton’s plaza, just off Steeles Avenue West.
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 889-1277
- Fax: 905-889-2475
- Email: thornhilleyecare@lmc.ca
Address
#5 – 1600 Steeles Ave WConcord, ON L4K 4M2
Our Hours
You’ll find our Barrie location in the Barrie Primary Care Campus on Bayview Drive.
Contact Information
- Phone: (705) 302-4992
- Fax: 705-302-5165
- Email: barrieeyecare@lmc.ca
Address
370 Bayview Dr, Unit #110Barrie, ON L4N 7L3
Our Hours
You’ll find our Bayview location in the CNIB building.
Contact Information
- Phone: (647) 556-3923
- Fax: 437-293-5146
- Email: bayvieweyecare@lmc.ca
Address
1929 Bayview Avenue, Suite 107Toronto, ON M4G 3E8
Our Hours
We have moved from King Street to Martha Street where we are on the second floor of the Bolton Professional Building.
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 857-2773
- Email: bolton@individualeyes.ca
Address
30 Martha Street, Unit 203Bolton, ON L7E 5V1
Hours of Operations
You’ll find our Brampton location in SmartCentres Bramport on Bovaird Drive East.
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 450-3848
- Fax: 905-450-3850
- Email: bramptoneyecare@lmc.ca
Address
2979 Bovaird Dr EBrampton, ON L6S 0C6
Our Hours
You’ll find our London clinic inside the Oxford Health Centre on the fourth floor.
Contact Information
- Phone: (226) 781-4750
- Fax: 226-781-4885
- Email: londoneyecare@lmc.ca
Address
Suite 400, 140 Oxford Street EastLondon, ON N6A 5R9
Our Hours
Visit our Ottawa location in Cedarview Square off Tartan Drive.
Contact Information
- Phone: (613) 576-3552
- Fax: 613-505-9707
- Email: ottawaeyecare@lmc.ca
Address
4100 Strandherd Dr, Suite 215Nepean, ON K2J 0V2
Our Hours
Come by our beautiful Richmond Hill location on Tower Hill Road just down from William Neal Community Park. We’re right between Tower Hill-Bathurst Animal Hospital and Aviva Nails, and there’s lots of parking available. Now offering vision therapy.
Contact Information
- Phone: 905-787-8686
- Email: richmondhill@individualeyes.ca
Address
9-372 Tower Hill RoadRichmond Hill, ON L4E 0T8
Hours of Operations
Come by our beautiful Richmond Hill location on Tower Hill Road just down from William Neal Community Park. We’re right between Tower Hill-Bathurst Animal Hospital and Aviva Nails, and there’s lots of parking available.
You’ll find our Scarborough location in the Ellesmere medical building.
Contact Information
- Phone: (647) 374-5640
- Fax: 647-374-5652
- Email: sbeyecare@lmc.ca
Address
520 Ellesmere Road Suite 214Scarborough, Ontario M1R 0B1
Our Hours
LMC Thornhill Optometric Centre is located in the Tim Horton’s plaza, just off Steeles Avenue West.
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 889-1277
- Fax: 905-889-2475
- Email: thornhilleyecare@lmc.ca
Address
#5 – 1600 Steeles Ave WConcord, ON L4K 4M2
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Testimonials
“Service is always fast. Staff are friendly. Dr. Blackstein has taken excellent care of me since I began seeing him.”
Lori Cutler – Vaughn
“The Optometrist explained everything to us and did a very thorough exam. She was very helpful and patient, and answered all of our questions.”
Deborah Cormack – Barrie
“Staff was happy and friendly. It was a pleasure to see, think I will return in a year for another check up.”
Michael Kondring – Barrie
“Dr M Sher was really good.”
Jim Gray – Vaughn
“Very good customer service.”
Johnny Geniole – Barrie
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Ottawa
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P: (613) 576-3552
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Richmond Hill
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Scarborough
- 520 Ellesmere Road Suite 214
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