Low Vision Treatment | Toronto | Finch Avenue Optometry

Living with Low Vision

Day-to-day activities can be especially difficult if your vision isn’t performing at its best. Low vision may impact your ability to see, but there are options available to help you navigate through your days with improved vision and techniques that can help you adjust to your changing vision needs.

Imagine struggling to decipher the words on a page, follow along in class, or navigate your kitchen safely. These are just a few examples of how low vision can significantly impact daily life.

Dr. Papadakis specializes in low vision treatment, as he achieved the status of Clinical Diplomate in Low Vision Rehabilitation from the American Academy of Optometry and is the only practicing Low Vision Diplomate in Canada, with fewer than 41 in the world.

Treating low vision all starts with a low vision assessment. Schedule yours today.

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What Is Low Vision?

Low vision is a term used when a person has a very low score of vision (vision impairments) that requires special support from our team to help preserve their lifestyle. Low vision can make everyday activities like reading, writing, watching television, or even crossing the street feel like a challenge.

Our team understands that even with corrective lenses or surgery, some people experience persistent vision problems.

The good news is that Finch Avenue Optometry is here to help. Our team can assess your vision and explore your options to manage and support your vision, empowering you to maintain your independence.

Watch Dr. Papadakis’ Low Vision Webinar.

Improving Your Sight

Finch Avenue Optometry is dedicated to helping you improve your sight. First, our team will complete an assessment of your eyes and vision to determine what your best treatment may be. Along your entire journey, our team provides you with guidance and support to help improve your life with low vision.

Some treatment options we may recommend include:

Magnifying glasses
Tinted lenses
Video magnifiers
Changes to your lifestyle
Enhancing the lighting in your home
Switching to large-print books, digital recordings, or audiobooks
Adding safety measures to your home to help you navigate
MacuMira treatment for individuals with dry AMD

Bioptic Driving for Low Vision

Driving offers convenience and independence, but regulations in Ontario for driving with vision impairment can limit access to this freedom. However, there may be a solution.

According to the Ministry of Transportation in Ontario, eligible individuals can apply for a special vision waiver for bioptic driving. If you qualify, the next step is getting fitted for a specialized telescopic lens and receiving tailored in-office and at-home training.

If you or your loved one cannot drive due to low vision, schedule an appointment to discuss the potential benefits of the bioptic program.

MacuMira Treatment for Dry AMD

Dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that impacts your central vision. Changes to your vision caused by dry AMD can make it difficult to see the fine details needed to drive, read, write, and see faces. It can also impact your contrast sensitivity, making it more difficult to see in low light conditions.

MacuMira is an innovative treatment technology that helps improve vision in individuals with early to intermediate dry AMD. While there is no treatment that can completely cure dry AMD, MacuMira provides an effective management tool to improve and preserve your vision without any needles, medications, lasers, or surgery.

MacuMira uses a gentle microcurrent to stimulate the retina, delivered through your closed eyelids. The treatment is provided in 30-minute sessions, typically starting with 4 sessions over 10 days. Many patients notice vision improvement within the first 10 days of treatment. We’ll recommend a tailored maintenance schedule for follow-up treatments, usually once every 2.5–3 months.

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with dry AMD, contact us to discuss whether MacuMira treatment is a good fit.

Learn More About Low Vision

Adjusting to vision changes can be challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This webinar with Dr. Papadakis provides helpful information about low vision, vision rehabilitation, and the tools and techniques that can help you continue participating in the activities that matter most.

Feel Supported at Finch
Avenue Optometry

Our caring team is dedicated to improving your life through comprehensive eye care.

We will do our absolute best to support you through the life changes you may experience with low vision. It is essential that you continue to attend your routine eye exams so our team can monitor your eye health and provide you with guidance throughout your life.

We are here to make your life easier. Find out how we can support you by booking your low vision assessment or eye exam today.

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Our Location

Our clinic is right on the corner of Finch Avenue West and Endell Street. Convenient parking is available in our lot off Endell Street, right behind our office.

Our Address

244 Finch Avenue West
Toronto, ON M2R 1M7

Contact Information

Phone: 416-222-7788
Fax: 416-222-5370
Email: info@finchavenueoptometry.ca

Hours Of Operation

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

*Our operating hours may vary, and our office remains locked during regular business hours. All visits are currently by appointment only. Please refer to our Google business page for the updated information or contact us directly to schedule an appointment.

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