b'JAZZY EYESDr. Laura Falco provides safe, expert "concierge eye care" that clients loveInthe21/2yearssinceDr.New DevelopmentsLauraFalcotookoverJazzy Eyes,thelegendarylocaleyeAs many of us spend more and more time interacting with screens of different care&eyewearcenter,shehaskinds, the eye care industry is introducing new products to ensure optimal opti-doubledthestafftocatertothecal health. Jazzy Eyes can of course provide the popular blue-blocker lenses massive influx of new clients and theirthat help reduce screen-related eye strain; but a further step is having a spe-diverse needs. People are discovering thatcial pair of mid-distance glasses that you wear only at work, particularly if you we provide university-level eye exams in a pri- regularly wear progressive lenses. Said Dr. Falco, They are called occupational vate practice, said Dr. Falco. This makes perfect sense, as she spent 18 years aslenses, and they fill the gap in traditional progressive prescriptions, which focus a professor at NSU teaching clinical medicine, low vision, optometry theorymostly on close-up and distance viewing. and methods, and leading residents and student interns in clinics. This experi- Jazzy Eyes has also introduced a new technology to the office, OCuSOFT ence, combined with an unbeatable selection of high-quality eyewear and theThermal 1-Touch, which applies constant, gentle heat and pressure to the supporting expertise of the Jazzy Eyes staff, allows Dr. Falco to provide whateyelids. This can be incredibly soothing for patients with chronic dry eye, styes, she calls concierge eye caretreatment, attention, and frames that are fullychalazia, who are pre- or post-surgery, and more.customized to each patient. Dr. Falco is also seeing a new group of patients who have had LASIK sur-Safe, Concierge Eye Care gery in past, but are now discovering that there are more prescription shifts later in life than they initially anticipated. They are a complicated group to Your Jazzy Eyes experience begins with a thorough, 30-minute exam, per- put in a progressive as they want everything to be clear, near to far, said Dr. formed by Dr. Falco herself. Whether you need glasses or contacts, are consid- Falco.But LASIK does not prevent the changes that come with aging eyes, ering LASIK or cataract surgery, or have dry eyes or any other optical concern,and not being able to focus up close. This is further complicated by LASIK Dr. Falcos exam is the first stop on the road to resolution. It starts with takingpatients who had one eye set to distance and the other to close-up. I have the time to really listen to the visual needs of the patient, Said Dr. Falco.to get their eyes to work together again, and to restore clear, binocular vision.If glasses are called for, one of Jazzy EyesPatient TrusttwoopticiansDonnaEvans,LDO,and Romina Baez, LDOwill help you chooseJazzy Eyes is earning outstanding word of mouth, with 4.9 stars on Google. Said fromamongthousandsofframeoptions.Dr. Falco, Word of mouth means a lot in our industry. People often send one Said Dr. Falco, If you want something ev- member of the family as a tester and then the rest follow. Which we love! And eryone else is wearing, go to the mall. If youthe fact that Jazzy Eyes is an all-female business is drawing a lot of community want outstanding frames from independentinterest. Said Dr. Falco, Women love supporting women. companiesthatwarrantytheirproducts,Todays Jazzy Eyes is a modern, computerized, full-service provider that come to us.This includes top brands likeshould be your first choice for any-and-all optical needs. Make an appointment TomFord,Gucci,Dior,Moncler,Chlo,and experience for yourself the incredible difference that concierge eye care Fendi, Celine, Porsche Design, and many more. Jazzy Eyes technicians cancan make. also create customized glasses, like the popular rimless and semi-rimless styles, right on site. A lot of opticians do not cut lenses anymore as they lack theJazzy Eyes takes most forms of major medical insurance and practical knowledge, said Dr. Falco. We can craft a perfect pair of glasses thatsis located at 2279 S. University Drive in Davie, just a bit exclusive to you. Its a different level of care. south of I-595. Call 954.474.9823 to make an appointment, While the frame will affect how well your glasses complement your face,or learn much more by visiting www.jazzyeyes.com.the lenses will determine how well you actually see. The same prescription can result in very different glasses depending on the quality of the lens and the ex-pertise of the opticians. It happens all the timepeople come to us complaining of difficulty seeing through cheap lenses they got from a budget provider, said Dr. Falco. We fit them with our better or best quality lenses, and they are astonished at the difference. This is particularly true with progressive lenses, which can be tricky to fit properly and often seem intimidating to first-time wearers. Our premium progressives and careful attention make all the differ-ence, said Dr. Falco.And in these careful times, patients need not fear a trip to Jazzy Eyes. The staff constantly cleans surfaces, no one but staff retrieves frames (which are cleaned after each try-on), masks are mandatory, and there\'s hand sanitizer and HEPA filters all around. Said Dr. Falco, "We appreciate everyones patience in helping us keep Jazzy Eyes a safe environment, as all of these protocols can take some extra time. But your health and ours is paramount."12 #385MAY 2021BE SAFE, BE SMART, BE WELL DRWMAG.COM'