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Contact Lenses • September 28, 2026

Do Contact Lenses Expire?

Most contact lens wearers keep a few spare boxes tucked away at home. It's a smart habit, since a lens can tear or go missing when you least expect it. But those spare boxes tend to sit in a drawer for years, and the small print on the back is easy to overlook. Contact lenses…

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Eye Condition, Eye Exam • August 31, 2026

How Scleral Lenses Work and Why They’re Different

Some eyes don't get along with standard contact lenses. A cornea can curve unevenly, or an eye can dry out a few hours after a lens goes in, and the usual soft options may not be enough. That's where a different design could come in handy. Scleral lenses are large gas-permeable lenses that vault over…

Optometrist adjusts a phoropter over a seated patient's eyes during an exam, with an eye chart on the wall.

Eye Care, Eye Condition, Keratoconus • July 20, 2026

Keratoconus Treatment: When Should You Seek Help?

Your eyes change over the years, and that's normal. But if a fresh pair of glasses stops working within months, or streetlights start smearing into streaks on your night drives, pay attention. Keratoconus is one of the more common reasons behind that kind of vision change. If you notice frequent prescription changes, blurry or distorted…

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Eye Condition, Eye Exam, Myopia • July 20, 2026

Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

You've probably noticed that some people struggle to read road signs, while others hold a book at arm's length to see the words. Both situations come from refractive errors, meaning light doesn't bend the way it should once it hits your eye, but how it bends makes a huge difference. Your eye works a bit…

A person is reading the maps with progressive eyeglasses.

Eye Condition, Eyeglasses • May 13, 2026

What Are Progressive Eyeglasses?

You sit down at your favourite coffee shop to read a book, but the text looks completely blurry. Maybe you try holding the page further away to clear things up, but you realize that your arms simply aren't long enough to make the book clear. Our team at Summit Eyecare Center frequently help adults with…

A child covering 1 eye to focus on a toy and tilting their head to see clearly.

Eye Condition, Eye Disease • May 5, 2026

Amblyopia vs Strabismus: What’s the Difference?

Maybe you've noticed your child covering 1 eye to focus on a favourite toy or tilting their head to watch television clearly. Our team at Summit Eyecare Centre knows these small habits can point to underlying vision problems like amblyopia or strabismus. We understand that it can be easy to confuse these terms when you…

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Eye Care, Eye Condition, Macular Degeneration • April 21, 2026

Is Macular Degeneration Inherited?

When a parent or grandparent starts to lose their central vision, it’s natural to wonder about your own eye health. At Summit Eyecare Centre, we can help you plan for your future, so that you can continue reading, driving, and enjoying everyday life. Macular degeneration does not have a single clear inheritance pattern, but having…

A child in a teal shirt smiling while adjusting a pair of black-rimmed eyeglasses in front of a blurred pediatric eye chart, illustrating the use of myopia eyeglasses.

Eyeglasses, Myopia • February 10, 2026

Myopia Eyeglasses: How Are They Different?

You might notice that road signs look a little fuzzy or that your child is squinting to see the board at school. This common experience is often due to myopia, also known as nearsightedness, which makes distant objects appear blurry while things up close typically remain clear. Myopia eyeglasses differ because they use specially shaped,…

A blurred person holding their head in their hand while standing in a kitchen.

BVD, Eye Care, Eye Condition • January 26, 2026

What is BVD (Binocular Vision Dysfunction)?

Have you ever dealt with nagging headaches, dizziness, or eye strain that just won't go away, no matter what you try? You might assume it's stress or fatigue, but the source of your discomfort could be a small misalignment in your eyes that makes them struggle to work together. When your eyes are not perfectly…

Woman having a comprehensive eye exam using a slit lamp.

Eye Care, Eye Exam • January 5, 2026

How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

Fitting another appointment into your family’s busy schedule can feel like a challenge. You want to prioritize your health, but you also need to know how much time to set aside for a visit to the eye doctor. At Summit Eyecare Centre, the goal is to make your visit feel smooth and efficient. A comprehensive…

Do Contact Lenses Expire?

How Scleral Lenses Work and Why They’re Different

Keratoconus Treatment: When Should You Seek Help?

Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

What Are Progressive Eyeglasses?

Amblyopia vs Strabismus: What’s the Difference?

Is Macular Degeneration Inherited?

Myopia Eyeglasses: How Are They Different?

What is BVD (Binocular Vision Dysfunction)?

How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

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