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Dr. Kirk Maynard spent over 23 years in the Air Force, retiring in 2007 as a Colonel. During his 23 years of service Dr. Maynard traveled from North Carolina to Europe to North Dakota and ended his distinguished military career at Strategic Air Command in Offutt. After leaving the Air Force, Dr. Maynard was approached by Dan Hallgren, the operations officer for all Malbar Vision locations, to come and assist in their growth. Dr. Maynard started when the West Omaha location opened.

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Malbar Vision Centers

By: Dr. Kirk Mayard

Q: How do I choose glasses that my child will actually wear, without breaking the bank?

A: Helping your child choose a pair of glasses can be fun. The first thing to do is let the optician you are working with know your desires; for example what your price range is, if you want a metal or plastic frame, and what are some of your child's favorite colors. The optician can then present your child with choices that fit your needs and wishes. Together you and the optician can guide your child to a pair that will fit well, look great and be in a price range you are comfortable with. Getting your child involved in the glasses selection will go a long way toward motivating them to wear the glasses as prescribed.

Q: How do I prolong the life of my eyeglasses?

A: Proper care and maintenance of your eyeglasses is easy, but it does take some time and pre-planning. It is important to clean your glasses on a regular basis, preferably daily. Rinse your glasses under running water and dry with a clean soft 100 percent cotton cloth. It is also important to put your glasses into their case when not in use to protect them from inadvertent damage. Use both hands when you put on or remove your glasses so that there is not undue stress put on the temple hinges. Plan to visit your optician every few months to have the adjustment checked, any loose screws tightened and get them ultrasonically cleaned. Ongoing care for your glasses will allow you to maximize their life expectancy.



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Dr. Kirk Maynard spent over 23 years in the Air Force, retiring in 2007 as a Colonel. During his 23 years of service Dr. Maynard traveled from North Carolina to Europe to North Dakota and ended his distinguished military career at Strategic Air Command in Offutt. After leaving the Air Force, Dr. Maynard was approached by Dan Hallgren, the operations officer for all Malbar Vision locations, to come and assist in their growth. Dr. Maynard started when the West Omaha location opened. Previous Columns from 2010: February 2010 January 2010 March 2010 April 2010 May 2010 June 2010 July 2010 September 2010 Malbar Vision Centers By: Dr. Kirk Mayard Q: How do I choose glasses that my child will actually wear, without breaking the bank? A: Helping your child choose a pair of glasses can be fun. The first thing to do is let the optician you are working with know your desires; for example what your price range is, if you want a metal or plastic frame, and what are some of your child's favorite colors. The optician can then present your child with choices that fit your needs and wishes. Together you and the optician can guide your child to a pair that will fit well, look great and be in a price range you are comfortable with. Getting your child involved in the glasses selection will go a long way toward motivating them to wear the glasses as prescribed. Q: How do I prolong the life of my eyeglasses? A: Proper care and maintenance of your eyeglasses is easy, but it does take some time and pre-planning. It is important to clean your glasses on a regular basis, preferably daily. Rinse your glasses under running water and dry with a clean soft 100 percent cotton cloth. It is also important to put your glasses into their case when not in use to protect them from inadvertent damage. Use both hands when you put on or remove your glasses so that there is not undue stress put on the temple hinges. Plan to visit your optician every few months to have the adjustment checked, any loose screws tightened and get them ultrasonically cleaned. Ongoing care for your glasses will allow you to maximize their life expectancy. The entire contents of this publication are © Copyright 2010 The Omaha Newspapers and may not ethically nor legally be reproduced in whole or in part without the written permission of the Publisher.