N e w s l e t t e r

Volume 1, Issue 2

In this issue:

September is Sports & Home Eye Safety Month

At home and at play, thousands of Americans suffer preventable eye injuries.
Read More..

Announcing Exciting Alternatives to Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses!

We are now providing two exciting alternatives to eyeglasses and contact lenses: CustomVue™ LASIK and Gentle Vision Shaping® Retainers.
Read More..

"But I Don't Want to Wear Glasses!"

What is the best way to convince younger children to wear prescription glasses?
Read More..

Extras:

Web Site Feature: Services

We provide a wide array of services for the entire family. Learn more about what we offer on our web site.
Read More..

Other Sites: Hale-Qamar Cataract & LASIK Center of Scottsdale

We provide LASIK services through a partnership with one of Arizona's leading LASIK providers.
Visit Hale-Qamar

September is Sports & Home Eye Safety Month

At home and at play, thousands of Americans suffer preventable eye injuries. Don't become one of these people - wear proper eye protection! For more information, visit Prevent Blindness America.

Announcing Exciting Alternatives to Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses!

We are pleased to announce we are now providing two exciting alternatives to glasses and contact lenses: CustomVue™ LASIK and Gentle Vision Shaping® Retainers!

We are working together with one of Arizona's leading LASIK providers, Hale-Qamar Cataract and LASIK Center of Scottsdale, to provide you a convenient, easy and affordable way to reduce or eliminate the daily hassles of glasses and contacts.

Dr. Lanny B. Hale and Dr. Tariq Qamar have over 30 years of experience and 15,000 LASIK procedures between them. Their practice features the VISX Star S4 laser with CustomVue™ and iris registration - a state-of-the-art platform that independent studies have shown to produce superior visual acuity, contrast sensitivity and night vision. Visit www.hqvision.com to learn more about this amazing procedure and the wonderful staff at Hale Qamar Cataract and LASIK Center.

GVSS At Work We are also offering the Gentle Vision Shaping® System, a non-surgical method for correcting your vision. Gentle Vision Shaping® retainers are used to gently re-shape the surface of the cornea while you sleep. The principle is similar to the use of a dental retainer used by an orthodontist to realign crooked teeth. The retainers are removed upon waking and clear vision is obtained without the aid of daytime glasses or contact lenses. This is a non-permanent technique and therefore excellent for children and teens, as well as those who may not be good candidates for LASIK.

Dr. Thomas is one of a few doctors certified to fit this amazing vision retainer. The Gentle Vision Shaping® System has been FDA approved and numerous studies have shown to produce excellent visual acuity. In fact, studies have shown that 93.3% of patients ended up with 20/30 vision or better — that’s good enough to drive without glasses! Visit us at www.northlandeyecare.com for more information about Dr. Thomas and his staff.

For a limited time, we are offering free LASIK and Gentle Vision Shaping® consultations. This is your chance to find out if you are a candidate, ask questions and review our affordable monthly payment plans. Did you know that Uncle Sam can save you money on these revolutionary services by using your Flex Spending Plans and Health Savings Accounts?

With all the advancements in technology and the convenience of local care, there's never been a better time for vision correction. Please call us at 928-226-9300 or e-mail us to arrange for your free consultation today.

This offer expires on December 31, 2006.

"But I Don't Want to Wear Glasses!"

What is the best way to convince younger children to wear prescription glasses?

Student The best approach is to let children pick out the frame styles they like. These days, you can easily find frames that are brands kids are familiar with, along with lightweight polycarbonate lenses that appeal to many children because they're less bulky and less noticeable.

If you think about it, getting a new pair of glasses is a lot like getting a new pair of shoes. If you don't like them, you won't wear them!

There is also much more at stake in choosing children's glasses than merely looking cool. Eighty-five percent of what children learn comes from what they see. If their eyes aren't properly focused on the blackboard or the textbook, they will be at a definite disadvantage. To help them avoid that problem, parents and teachers alike need to do all they can to encourage these children to wear their prescription glasses in school.

How can you convince a child to wear glasses? Here are a few tips.

Ask the child if he or she wishes to take along a few friends when selecting eyeglasses. For many children, peer approval will make it easier to wear the glasses.
Point out role models, such as sports stars or celebrities, who wear glasses.
Are thick lenses the child's concern? Polycarbonate lenses are thinner, lighter and stronger than regular lenses.
If the child is in middle, junior or high school and is unwilling to wear glasses in class, ask your optometrist about replacing them with contact lenses.
Finally, don't underestimate the child's ability to understand how glasses can help. You'd be surprised how quickly most kids get the point.

Once they realize they can see better in school, and that their schoolwork will go better as a result, most kids will decide to wear their glasses. Plus, parents and others can encourage them with positive recognition and rewards.



N e w s l e t t e r Volume 1, Issue 2 In this issue: September is Sports & Home Eye Safety Month At home and at play, thousands of Americans suffer preventable eye injuries. Read More.. Announcing Exciting Alternatives to Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses! We are now providing two exciting alternatives to eyeglasses and contact lenses: CustomVue™ LASIK and Gentle Vision Shaping® Retainers. Read More.. "But I Don't Want to Wear Glasses!" What is the best way to convince younger children to wear prescription glasses? Read More.. Extras: Web Site Feature: Services We provide a wide array of services for the entire family. Learn more about what we offer on our web site. Read More.. Other Sites: Hale-Qamar Cataract & LASIK Center of Scottsdale We provide LASIK services through a partnership with one of Arizona's leading LASIK providers. Visit Hale-Qamar	September is Sports & Home Eye Safety Month At home and at play, thousands of Americans suffer preventable eye injuries. Don't become one of these people - wear proper eye protection! For more information, visit Prevent Blindness America. Announcing Exciting Alternatives to Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses! We are pleased to announce we are now providing two exciting alternatives to glasses and contact lenses: CustomVue™ LASIK and Gentle Vision Shaping® Retainers! We are working together with one of Arizona's leading LASIK providers, Hale-Qamar Cataract and LASIK Center of Scottsdale, to provide you a convenient, easy and affordable way to reduce or eliminate the daily hassles of glasses and contacts. Dr. Lanny B. Hale and Dr. Tariq Qamar have over 30 years of experience and 15,000 LASIK procedures between them. Their practice features the VISX Star S4 laser with CustomVue™ and iris registration - a state-of-the-art platform that independent studies have shown to produce superior visual acuity, contrast sensitivity and night vision. Visit www.hqvision.com to learn more about this amazing procedure and the wonderful staff at Hale Qamar Cataract and LASIK Center. We are also offering the Gentle Vision Shaping® System, a non-surgical method for correcting your vision. Gentle Vision Shaping® retainers are used to gently re-shape the surface of the cornea while you sleep. The principle is similar to the use of a dental retainer used by an orthodontist to realign crooked teeth. The retainers are removed upon waking and clear vision is obtained without the aid of daytime glasses or contact lenses. This is a non-permanent technique and therefore excellent for children and teens, as well as those who may not be good candidates for LASIK. Dr. Thomas is one of a few doctors certified to fit this amazing vision retainer. The Gentle Vision Shaping® System has been FDA approved and numerous studies have shown to produce excellent visual acuity. In fact, studies have shown that 93.3% of patients ended up with 20/30 vision or better — that’s good enough to drive without glasses! Visit us at www.northlandeyecare.com for more information about Dr. Thomas and his staff. For a limited time, we are offering free LASIK and Gentle Vision Shaping® consultations. This is your chance to find out if you are a candidate, ask questions and review our affordable monthly payment plans. Did you know that Uncle Sam can save you money on these revolutionary services by using your Flex Spending Plans and Health Savings Accounts? With all the advancements in technology and the convenience of local care, there's never been a better time for vision correction. Please call us at 928-226-9300 or e-mail us to arrange for your free consultation today. This offer expires on December 31, 2006. "But I Don't Want to Wear Glasses!" What is the best way to convince younger children to wear prescription glasses? The best approach is to let children pick out the frame styles they like. These days, you can easily find frames that are brands kids are familiar with, along with lightweight polycarbonate lenses that appeal to many children because they're less bulky and less noticeable. If you think about it, getting a new pair of glasses is a lot like getting a new pair of shoes. If you don't like them, you won't wear them! There is also much more at stake in choosing children's glasses than merely looking cool. Eighty-five percent of what children learn comes from what they see. If their eyes aren't properly focused on the blackboard or the textbook, they will be at a definite disadvantage. To help them avoid that problem, parents and teachers alike need to do all they can to encourage these children to wear their prescription glasses in school. How can you convince a child to wear glasses? Here are a few tips. Ask the child if he or she wishes to take along a few friends when selecting eyeglasses. For many children, peer approval will make it easier to wear the glasses. Point out role models, such as sports stars or celebrities, who wear glasses. Are thick lenses the child's concern? Polycarbonate lenses are thinner, lighter and stronger than regular lenses. If the child is in middle, junior or high school and is unwilling to wear glasses in class, ask your optometrist about replacing them with contact lenses. Finally, don't underestimate the child's ability to understand how glasses can help. You'd be surprised how quickly most kids get the point. Once they realize they can see better in school, and that their schoolwork will go better as a result, most kids will decide to wear their glasses. Plus, parents and others can encourage them with positive recognition and rewards.

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