theconnectionsnj.com PAGE 38 DINING OUT HEALTH & WELLNESS The Optical Shoppe at Bedminster Eye 400 Main Street, Bedminster, NJ 07921 Monday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Email: optical.bedminstereye@comcast.net • (908) 719-2020 Maui Jim • Ray-Ban • Fysh • Tom Ford • Kliik • Lightec • Flexon • Oakley Silhouette • Kate Spade • Longchamp • Salvatore Ferragamo NIKE • Calvin Klein • Pro Design • STATE We accept VSP and most EyeMed Plans ADD a Pair & SAVE! Get 50% off 2nd Pair of Prescription Glasses Cannot be combined with other offers or insurance See optician for details Expires 5/31/26 Excludes Maui Jim Our mission is to provide everything you need for your best vision, from the latest in advances in medical & surgical care to selecting the right eyeglasses. Schedule an appointment today. We Have The Latest Styles! Find Your Perfect Frames! Please scan the QR code to visit our eyeglass gallery! oing to the eye doctor is part of taking care of your overall health. Eye exams at every age and life stage can help keep your vision strong. Q: How important are eye exams? A: Many people think their eyesight is just fine without realizing they may need glasses or contact lenses. About 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction. But that’s just one reason to get your eyes examined. Regular eye exams are also an important part of finding eye diseases early to help protect your vision. Q: How important is early eye disease detection? A: Eye diseases are common and can go unnoticed for a long time. Some eye problems don’t have any symptoms in their early stages. A comprehensive eye exam can find eye diseases in the early stages, when treatment to prevent vision loss is most effective. Q: What can I expect during this exam? A. Your eyes will be dilated so your eye doctor can see behind your eyes and check for signs of health problems as well. We may even be able to spot other conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Q: What are some common eye problems? • Cataracts, which cause clouding of the lens, are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States. • Diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness and damages the eye’s blood vessels. Early detection and treatment can prevent or delay blindness in 90% of people with diabetes. Diabetes can also increase the risk of other eye problems like cataracts or glaucoma. • Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damages the optic nerve. • Age-Related Macular Degeneration causes a gradual breakdown of light-sensitive tissue in the eye. There are two types: Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration (more common) and Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration (less common). Q: I keep putting off my eye doctor appointment. Any advice? A: Absolutely, we are here to help you. Consider calling your eye care professional today. Or you can reach out to our office, share your concerns, and we’ll set you up with one of our doctors. Remember, regular eye care can have a life-changing impact on preserving vision. One last thought. Visit your eye doctor as soon as possible with any of the following: Decreased vision • Draining or redness of the eye • Eye pain • Double vision • Floaters (tiny specks that appear to float before your eyes) • Circles (halos) around lights • Flashes of light Meet our new eye doctor John F. Insinga, O.D., F.A.A. Dr. Insinga graduated Cum Laude from the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and completed his Doctorate in Optometry from SUNY State College of Optometry. While at SUNY Optometry, he was inducted into the prestigious Golden Key Optometric Honor Society and Sigma Beta Honor Society, ultimately graduating at the top of his class. Dr. Insinga completed a residency specializing in ocular disease management. Bedminster Eye and Laser Doctors Are Always Here to Help Our highly trained clinical team [including an ophthalmologist, optometrists, and certified ophthalmic technicians] provides a full range of eye care, from comprehensive eye exams to the latest in diagnostic testing, medical treatments, and surgical procedures. We also offer vision care, including prescriptions for eyeglasses and/or contact lenses. The Importance of Eye Exams by Lawrence V. Najarian, M.D., Lisa Ortenzio, O.D., John F. Insinga, O.D., F.A.A. ASK THE EYE DOCTOR G
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