The field of myopia management is continuing to evolve with new products and treatment options for our patients. We’re excited to launch the new spectacle lens options MyoCare and Myocare S by the well known lens maker, Zeiss. The MyoCare lens has special ring-shaped optical structures on...
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We’re excited to announce Stellest lenses by Essilor are now available! These lenses add another spectacle lens correction option for our young patients who are in need of myopia management. These specially designed lenses are used to slow down the progression of nearsightedness in children. How do they work?...
Do you have eyecare benefits or a health spending account that will expire December 31, 2017? It’s time to get your spare pair of glasses or prescription sunglasses before your benefits expire! #useitorloseit
Avenue Eyecare is about bringing you the eyecare products to you. Our staff was super excited when we met the owner of Nerdwax at Vision Expo East. He was featured in Shark Tank and we will be promoting his product at our clinic. If you apply it to your...
Come in today to take advantage of our first ever Black Friday sale! Enjoy 50{4422c3e9d6d956ffe17c4a9703f8867adf328a271a08c00de098d82d34d0cfb5} off most of our sunglasses lines and 30{4422c3e9d6d956ffe17c4a9703f8867adf328a271a08c00de098d82d34d0cfb5} off prescription frames with the purchase of prescription lenses. Are you thinking of using your extended benefits before they expire at the end of the year?...
When Dr. Tung and I were at the frame show in New York a couple of months ago, we were both drawn to the O&X New York display. Their unique frame colours, shapes, and materials made it an easy choice to bring this line to our clinic. The letters...
We’re now carrying SmokexMirrors!! Designed in New York, and handcrafted in France, SmokexMirrors uses the highest quality materials and most innovative techniques. The current line is inspired by 60’s and 70’s rock music, taking on a classic cool look with a futuristic approach. It has gained popularity among some...
This weekend, we are celebrating Carnival Days in Kerrisdale on Saturday April 25th! The event kicks off with the Little League Parade at 10 AM followed by horse and carriage rides, face painting, live, music, balloons, and a sidewalk sale. Avenue Eyecare will be offering FREE TRANSITIONS UPGRADE to...
Dear Patients and Readers, Thank you for a great 2014! The Westender has opened up their online polls for their annual “Reader’s Choice” issue. If you have been through our doors in the past and have enjoyed our services, we would appreciate your votes! We are looking for votes...
With the time change, the weather has taken a drastic turn. With this temperature difference, a few of my patients are complaining about foggy eyeglasses. What is fog? Fog is a water vapor which is condensed into tiny droplets lying close to a surface. When it’s on a pair...
Lately it’s been looking like the long sunny summer days are behind us. I had to pull my rain jacket and umbrella out of my closet today which means Fall is here. I find that many patients come in with questions about how to see better when driving in...
It’s Kerridale’s birthday celebration once again on September 5-6! Come celebrate with us and enjoy live outdoor music, face painting, sidewalk sales, cake, outdoor movie at Elm Park, and much more… We will be having a customer appreciation event in conjunction with Kerrisdale Days and you don’t want to...
Special Olympics athletes once more challenged their physical and mental limits across 11 competitive sports, finishing strong with a 288 total medal count. From July 8th to 12th, over a thousand volunteers and staff members on UBC campus assisted athletes in the Special Olympics Canada 2014 Summer Games. As...
The summer is just around a corner and a lot of patients love water sports whether it’s sailing or swimming. A popular question is, “Can I swim with my contact lenses?”. Swimming with contact lenses should be avoided whenever possible to prevent any ocular infection. Ocular infections may lead...
Summer is officially here and it’s time to look for a new pair of sunglasses. Are the expensive brands the same as the cheaper drugstore ones? Is one tint better for you than another? Here are 5 considerations to keep in mind when shopping for your new shades:...
It has been about one week since the World Cup Tournament has started in Brazil. There has been lots of upsets and surprises from different countries. As this sport is becoming more popular in Canada, kids are on the field learning this sport. A few parents has asked...
Many of you have probably seen transitions lens technology in action. Transitions lenses darken upon exposure to UV light and fade back to clear when UV light is absent. For many years, it was only available in grey and brown. A new colour has just been released.. GRAPHITE...
Transitions VII lenses are now available which features new Chromea 7 technology. People wear their glasses all year round in varying temperature, lighting, and weather conditions. All of these variations affect the performance of photochromic lenses. The design of this new light adaptive tint is made to be...
As a significant proportion of our population ages, inevitably, there will be an increase in patients living with low vision. Thankfully, technology has come a long way to help living with low vision more manageable. Do you have a parent who is struggling with low vision? If...
“The Grass Really is Greener “ Smith Optics’ new ChromaPOP lenses will have you saying “The grass really is greener”. ChromaPOP lenses are made to give you precise optical clarity and more vivid and saturated colours. As the name suggests, the colours perceived enhances and really pops. The technology itself is...