Minton Eye Care
At Minton Eye Care in Burlington, North Carolina, we strive to provide quality eye care that puts the patient's needs first. Dr. Jason Minton and his dedicated team will do their best to find the right solution for your visual needs and concerns.
Don't have vision insurance but need an exam? Here at Minton Eye Care we offer our "Better Than Insurance" vision plan. Details are in our FAQs under "I don't have vision insurance, what can I do?" question!
About Us
Minton Eye Care is a comprehensive eye care clinic located in Burlington, NC. Dr. Jason Minton offers a wide range of optometry services for the entire family, including routine eye exams, contact lens exams, contact lens sales, diabetic eye exams, and dry eye diagnosis and treatments. After medical eye exams, Minton Eye Care uses the latest technology in eye care to diagnose and treat a variety of optical concerns.
Our Team
Get To Know Dr. Jason Minton
Dr. Jason Minton was born and raised in Gastonia, NC. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. Dr. Minton completed his residency at the William Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. He has been practicing in North Carolina since 2012 and seeing patients in Burlington, NC since 2020. Dr. Minton is married with two daughters. When he isn't going to UNC basketball games with his family, he plays the drums and enjoys backpacking around the world.
Get To Know Angelica Williamson, Office Manager
Angelica has been with Minton Eye Care for two years. She has worked as an Optometric Technician for five years as well as an office manager. Angelica was born and raised in North Carolina and she’s a mother of two. She hopes to grow within Minton Eye Care as she assists Dr. Minton with patient care.
Our Services
Cataracts
As you get older, your risk for eye diseases, like cataracts, increases. This is why it’s important for all adults to schedule annual eye exams after they turn 40. Cataracts often develop with no symptoms and most people don’t know they have a problem until their vision is blurry. Minton Eye Care checks for early signs of cataracts during every eye exam so the problem can be caught early and treated before any vision loss starts.
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Every member of your family should get regular comprehensive eye exams by an optometrist like Dr. Jason Minton. Having your eyes checked every two years (or more often if you have vision problems or a family history of eye disease) allows Dr. Minton to track small changes over time, which will make it easier to diagnose and treat problems early. Eye exams also check your vision to determine if you need glasses or contact lenses.
Contact Lens Exams
People of all ages use contact lenses to improve their vision. Minton Eye Care offers contact lens exams, which allow Dr. Minton to determine your prescription, as well as the best contact lens type, modality, and brand to give you clear vision with a comfortable fit. For first time contact lens users, Dr. Minton will also teach you to put your lenses in, take them out, and how to care for your new contact lenses.
Dry Eye Treatment
Chronic dry eye can be an uncomfortable and sometimes painful condition. If you are concerned about dry eyes and symptoms like burning, itchy, irritated, or red eyes, schedule an eye exam at Minton Eye Care. Dr. Minton will look for the cause of the problem to determine the best treatment plan for each patient. Minton Eye Care offers the latest treatments for dry eye, including Lipiflow.
Eye Emergencies (Pink/Red Eyes)
If you or a member of your family has an eye trauma or symptoms of an eye infection (red eyes, excessive tearing, light sensitivity, or crusty discharge), contact Minton Eye Care to schedule an emergency appointment. With years of experience in eye care, Dr. Minton can quickly determine the source of the problem and recommend the best treatment option.
Geriatric Eye Care
In older adults, it’s important to schedule regular eye exams since the risk of many eye diseases (like cataracts and glaucoma) increase with age. During a comprehensive eye exam at Minton Eye Care, Dr. Minton checks for early signs of eye disease so treatment can be started before any vision loss. If you are 65 years or older, schedule an annual exam to preserve your eye health.
Glaucoma
One of the most common eye diseases in patients over 40 years old, glaucoma is often known as the silent thief of sight since it has very few early symptoms. Glaucoma creates pressure in the eye and some people don’t know they have it until they start to lose their vision. Minton Eye Care checks every adult patient for glaucoma during routine eye exams so it can be diagnosed and treated early.
Pediatric Eye Care
Along with standard check-ups at the pediatrician, parents should visit an optometrist so the development of their child’s visual health can be checked. An optometrist like Dr. Jason Minton is trained to look for signs of vision problems in children before they can even communicate. Minton Eye Care recommends children get their first eye exam at six months old with follow-ups when the child is two or three years old. Regular vision screenings are also important for school age children to make sure their learning isn’t being affected by eye trouble.
Lipiflow Dry Eye Treatment
One cause of chronic dry eye is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD). With MGD, the oil glands of the eyelids may be blocked or not functioning properly. At Minton Eye Care, Dr. Jason Minton is trained to administer Lipiflow, a state-of-the-art treatment for dry eye caused by MGD. Lipiflow is performed in the office and the treatment heats up the oil glands of the eyelid, then massages the glands to clean out any blocks.
Frequently
Asked Questions
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What types of insurance do you take?Minton Eye Care takes many vision and medical insurance plans, including VSP, Eyemed, Spectera, Superior, Community Eye Care, Davis, and all forms of Medicaid.
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I’m not sure what vision insurance I have. What should I do?If you're not sure about your insurance, give Minton Eye Care a call and we can assist you.
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I don't have vision insurance, what can I do?Here at Minton Eye Care we offer our "Better than Insurance" vision plan: We are happy to offer this plan to provide peace of mind for our patients without insurance. For those who subscribe, all eye exams for 1 year from the date of sign up will be included at no additional charge. For contact lens wearers, the plan also includes a $150 allowance towards the purchase of contact lenses (any brand). Prices for our Better than Insurance vision plan: - Routine Vision - $199/year (includes all exams for 1 year) - Contact lenses - $299/yr (includes all exams for 1 year + $150 towards CL's) What is included: 1. Contact lenses? Yes, a $150 allowance per year to use as you wish. 2. Glasses? No, unfortunately, we do not sell glasses in our office. But, Eyemart Express is located just next door and has a same-day lab and very competitive prices on eyeglasses. 3. Medical visits? Yes, any medical issues that may arise, including (but not limited to) pink eye, contact lens-related issues, eye injuries, are included for 1 year from the date of sign up.
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Should I call my optometrist or my primary care doctor if I think I have pink eye?If you think you have pink eye, give Minton Eye Care a call. Dr. Jason Minton would be happy to help.
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Do I need to do anything to prepare for my eye exam?When you come to Minton Eye Care for your eye exam, please bring any insurance information you have. Also, if you have a current pair of glasses or previous prescription, bringing that can help us determine if your prescription has changed.
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