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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you have disposable contact lenses in Wilmington, NC, there are several best practices you need to know. Not following those recommendations could lead to infections, scratched lenses, ripped or damaged lenses, or worse. So, let’s go over what you should never do if you wear disposable contact lenses. 5 Things You Should Never Do If […]
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 […]
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 […]
Seeing is one of the most essential joys in your life. Every day is an adventure waiting to unravel, and the possibilities are endless. Approaching this with good eyesight can help you spot all the beautiful opportunities in your life. Taking care of your eyesight is extremely important, as preventing problems rather than solving them […]
Cataracts in Wilmington NC is a common, yet serious, eye condition that causes the lenses of the eyes to become cloudy. The cloudiness makes it difficult to see people and objects clearly, whether up close or at a distance. Anyone can develop this condition, but it is much more common as people age. Over 24 million […]
