Entries by Dr. Edward Paul, OD, PhD

New Hope for Dry Macular Degeneration

Introducing Photobiomodulation (PBM) Therapy at Paul Vision Institute If you’ve been told there’s nothing more that can be done… think again. Photobiomodulation (PBM) is a breakthrough light-based therapy now available for patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD)—and it’s helping people see better, stay independent, and take control of their vision. What Is PBM Therapy? […]

How the Retina Works

You rely on your eyes every day, but few people think about how vision actually works, on a purely mechanical level. The mechanism of the eye has been compared to the way a camera works, and, truth be told, that’s not too far from the truth. Specifically, the retina works by converting light into brain […]

How to Protect Your Vision as You Age

As we age, our vision tends to change. While some change is an inevitable part of the aging process, and glasses or contacts can fix many of these, other problems can lead to low vision or permanent vision loss. While [practice_name] can help when your vision starts to fail, we also want you to know […]

Accommodations to Ask for If You Have Low Vision

Whether at work or at school, low vision can make daily tasks difficult. However, as with most disabilities, you can ask for accommodations, and your school or workplace must make a reasonable effort to provide them. The key is knowing what accommodations to ask for. At [practice_name], your eye doctor in Wilmington, NC, we have made […]

Can You Prevent Glaucoma?

Did you know that glaucoma is among the top causes of vision loss? Anyone can get this disease, though your chance is higher if you have certain risk factors. At Paul Vision Institute, our optometrists in Wilmington, NC, offer testing and treatment for this condition. Is there anything you can do to stop yourself from […]

Common Myths About Dry Eye Syndrome

Are dry eyes causing you ongoing discomfort? You might have what’s known as dry eye syndrome — a common eye condition. With the right care, you can experience relief from these uncomfortable symptoms! Our eye doctors in Wilmington, NC, at Paul Vision Institute offer treatment. But first, we’ll go over some common misconceptions about this eye […]

Common Types of Specialty Contact Lenses

Contact lenses restore vision without the need to wear glasses. Yet, for some patients, specialty contact lenses actually do more than just correct eyesight. Here are the five most common specialty contacts the team at Paul Vision Institute prescribes for our patients. RGP Contacts RGP contacts are rigid gas-permeable contacts. These work well for patients […]

What Makes Lashes Fall Out?

Eyelashes serve a great many purposes, not the least of which is attracting other people. For many, their eyelashes are an important part of their beauty aesthetic, which is likely behind the multi-million dollar eye makeup industry, much of which centers around thickening and lengthening eyelashes. So when eyelashes fall out, it can be incredibly […]

Exploring MiSight Contacts

Are contacts only for adults? Recent developments in contact lens technology now offer an option for children called MiSight Contact Lenses. These lenses not only help correct your child’s vision, but they also slow or stall the progression of their vision disorder. If you have a child who needs glasses, you may want to talk […]