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Join Eye Center, Inc. for our Fall Frame Trunk Show!

It will take place on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Cortez location — 2003 Cortez Road, Bradenton.

Snag the newest styles of designer frames for up to 40% off. Brands participating include: Smith, Fendi, Lilly Pulitzer, Vera Wang, Banana Republic, Kate Spade & more. There will also be huge savings on prescription lens packages.

Enjoy appetizers and refreshments while fabulous raffles and giveaways occur every 30 minutes… including FREE eyewear!

Use it or lose it! Spend your 2018 FSA dollars on stylish eyewear before time runs out.

Call us at 941-756-2020 if you have any questions. We can’t wait to see you there!

The September staff feature is Dr. Paige Laudicina, an optometrist with Eye Center, Inc. Dr. Paige is originally from Naples, FL. and attended the University of Florida before earning her Doctorate of Optometry from Nova Southeastern University in 2011. She is happily married to Dr. Brad Laudicina, also an optometrist at Eye Center, Inc., and together they have one adorable son, Chase.

Why did you choose to work in this industry?

I always planned on working in healthcare, and I became fascinated with the eyes and vision, in about the eighth grade. My mom brought me with her to her eye exam, and I was hooked.

What is your favorite aspect of your job?

My patients. I enjoy speaking with my patients, interpreting how they feel about their vision and their eyes, and coming up with a well thought out and well communicated game plan.

Describe yourself using only film titles.

See No Evil, Hear No Evil. (I don’t see very well and my husband doesn’t hear well…. :). We’re quite the pair.)

Describe the most incredible view you’ve ever seen.

Probably snow skiing in Whistler, BC. Being in a valley surrounded by mountains and everything covered in fresh powder. Felt like I had the mountains to myself.

What is your signature comfort food?

Pepperoni Pizza

What would your pet say about you if we asked for a reference?

Raja (my dog) is a bit annoyed at how much time I spend with my two year old son, Chase. Other than that, she’d say I’m pretty good to her.

Do you have a favorite board or card game?

Gin Rummy! My husband and I have a pretty fierce competition going.

What’s “your” karaoke song?

I’ve only done Karaoke once: Madonna “Like a Prayer.” Apparently the song is over five minutes long. I regretted that.

Visit Dr. Paige at the Cortez office on Tuesdays and Thursdays or at the Manatee office on Fridays and Saturdays. Give us a call to schedule your next comprehensive dilated eye exam at 941-756-2020.

Vision loss in not a normal part of aging. Repeat, vision loss is not a normal part of aging.

However, older adults are at a higher risk for certain eye conditions and diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts and dry eye.

As the medical field continues to advance, an increasing number of people are living longer and making a conscious effort to improve their health. People are following healthy diets, exercising regularly, controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and the smoking trend is decreasing. Routine comprehensive dilated eye exams should be included in this list of health trends.

More than 40 million Americans are currently 65 or older, and this number is expected to grow to more than 88 million by 2050. By that same year, the number of Americans with age-related eye diseases is projected to double, and the number of people living with low vision is expected to triple. Early detection and treatment are key to saving sight.

It’s time to take control of your vision.

See your eye care professional.

Even if you enjoy good or great vision now, the best thing you can do is visit your eye care professional once a year to maintain your eye health. As you get older, you are at a higher risk of developing age-related eye diseases and conditions. These diseases often have no warning signs or symptoms in their early stages. Generally, the only way to detect them before they progress and cause vision loss is through a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Fortunately, if your eye care professional catches and treats these conditions early, he or she can protect your eyesight.

Get a comprehensive dilated eye exam.

A comprehensive dilated eye exam is important to maintain and protect healthy vision. During this exam, drops are placed in the eyes to dilate or widen the pupils. The eye care professional uses a special magnifying lens to examine the retina for signs of damage and other eye problems.

Having a dilated eye exam every year or as recommended by your eye care professional can help detect age-related eye diseases in their early stages. So even if you are not experiencing vision problems, one of the best things you can do for your sight is get an annual eye exam.

Live a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to seeing your eye care professional routinely, you can take the following steps to protect your eyes:

• Exercise
• Stop smoking
• Maintain healthy blood pressure
• Incorporate rich in leafy green vegetables and fish into your diet
• Wear sunglasses and a brimmed hat anytime you are outside in the sun
• Wear protective eyewear when working around the house or playing sports

If you are 50 or older, make it a priority to visit your Eye Center, Inc. doctor annually. Remember, vision loss is not a normal part of aging. Your eye health is your responsibility, and only you have the control to schedule your routine comprehensive dilated eye exam. Call 941-756-2020 today.