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Perceptions Eye Health and Wellness

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Perceptions Eye Health and Wellness

Advanced Eye Care, Aesthetic & Laser Services, Enhancing Vision, Dry Eye Treatments, Anti Aging
Southport, NC

Dr. Parnell received her undergraduate degree at North Carolina State University. She completed her Doctor of Optometry degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry. She completed internships in retina and ocular disease in Raleigh, North Carolina and Farmington, New Mexico, as well as in primary care in Sanford, North Carolina. After completing her education, Dr. Parnell, a native of North Carolina, moved to the Southport area in late 1999. She founded Perceptions Eye Health and Wellness in 2005 with the vision of establishing an eye care practice where patients receive personalized care focusing on the individualized needs of her patients. Her areas of expertise/interest include:

Clinical Director for Perceptions Centers of Excellence, including dry eye center, macular degeneration center and wellness center. Ocular Disease Management, including Diabetes, Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye. Preventive Medicine, including nutrition, food allergies, hormones, adrenal fatigue, as they relate to the visual system. Professional affiliations:

American Optometric Association
NC State Optometric Society
NC State Optometric Society Southeastern District

Dr. Parnell enjoys spending her leisure time participating in many outdoor activities including paddle boarding, boating and enjoying our area beaches. She enjoys all types of exercising from hiking and skiing to kickboxing. Additionally, she spends her free time with her son, Tanner, who is five years old. Community involvement:

Lions Club
Communities in Schools
Waves for Kids
Attends Trinity United Methodist Church

You can get an eye exam anywhere, but at Perceptions, you will get an eye care experience, customized prescriptions and treatment care plans designed to enhance your sight and your style. But most importantly you will learn how to prevent blinding eye diseases and maintain healthy vision for a lifetime.

10/19/2026

🎃👀 **IT’S TIME FOR A SPOOKTACULAR SPIRIT WEEK AT PERCEPTIONS!** 👀🎃

Halloween is creeping up, and we’re bringing a little extra fun to **Perceptions Eye Health & Wellness!** 🧡💜💚

We’re celebrating Halloween Spirit Week Monday–Thursday, and we want YOU to join in on the fun! Whether you’re stopping by for an appointment or just want to show off your Halloween spirit, we can’t wait to see your festive looks! 👻

🗓️ **HERE’S THE LINEUP!**

🩺 **MONDAY — Dress Like Dr. Parnell!**\
Can you pull off the doctor's signature look? 🤓 Think white coats, scrubs, coffee cups, and anything that screams Dr. Parnell!

👁️ **TUESDAY — Eyeball Costume Day!**\
Time to get creative with your eye-inspired looks! Think Pink Eye, Lazy Eye, Sleepy Eye, Evil Eye, Cat Eye, or any other eye-themed idea you can dream up! 👀 Get creative, have fun, and show us what you’ve got!

🕸️ **WEDNESDAY — Spooky but Professional!**\
Witches, ghosts, pumpkins, black cats, and all things Halloween! Keep it festive, fun, and clinic-friendly. 🎃

📼 **THURSDAY — Blast from the Past!**\
Throw it back to your favorite decade! From groovy '70s vibes to neon '80s, grunge '90s, or early 2000s fashion, bring those old-school trends back to life! 🪩

✨ **PATIENTS, YOU’RE INVITED TOO!** ✨\
Feel free to wear your favorite Halloween accessories or show off your festive spirit when you visit us this week! We’d love to see your smiles, your creativity, and your Halloween style. 🧡

And remember… you don’t need to spend a dime to join the fun! Shop your closet, get creative, and let your personality shine. 👻

📸 **Follow along with us throughout the week** for some spooky fun with our Perceptions team!

From our eyes to yours, let’s make it a *spooktacular* week! 👁️🎃

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07/20/2026

✨🌞 **HALF OFF?! Yep... We Must Be Glowing Crazy!** 🌞✨

🚨 **FLASH SALE ALERT!** 🚨

Your skin called... and it wants these products **before they're gone!** 💖

🎉 **50% OFF Epicutis® Lipid Body Treatment**
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⏳ *****WHILE SUPPLIES LAST***** ⏳

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✨ Deeply nourishes and locks in moisture
✨ Leaves skin feeling silky smooth—not greasy
✨ Perfect for dry, sensitive, or irritated skin
✨ Supports healthier, happier-looking skin from head to toe

☀️ **Circadia Light Day Sunscreen**
Because glowing skin deserves protection!
🧴 Lightweight, breathable, and comfortable for everyday wear
☀️ Broad-spectrum sun protection to help defend against UV damage
✨ Helps prevent premature aging caused by sun exposure
💄 Layers beautifully under makeup without feeling heavy
💙 Keeps your skin protected while maintaining a fresh, healthy glow
👀 And don’t forget—daily sunblock and a strong skin barrier are essential for helping protect the delicate skin around your eyes from sun damage, dryness, and premature aging

💥 Why wait?
Your favorite skincare products are HALF OFF, but they won't stay on our shelves for long!

🏃‍♀️ Once they're gone... they're gone!

📍 Visit us at:
Perceptions Eye Health & Wellness
1456 N Howe Street, Suite 100
Southport, NC 28461

📞 Call us today: 910.454.9226

✨ Beautiful skin.
✨ Incredible savings.
✨ Limited quantities available.

💖 Hurry in and stock up before someone else grabs your favorites!

07/09/2026

👁️💙 July is Dry Eye Awareness Month! 💙👁️
Are your eyes trying to tell you something?
Dry Eye Disease is more than just an occasional annoyance—it can affect your comfort, your vision, and even your quality of life.
✨ You may be experiencing Dry Eye if you notice:
💧 Burning or stinging eyes
💧 Gritty or sandy sensation
💧 Excessive tearing or watery eyes
💧 Redness or irritation
💧 Blurry or fluctuating vision
💧 Light sensitivity
💧 Difficulty wearing contact lenses
💧 Eye fatigue after reading or screen time
Left untreated, Dry Eye Disease can become chronic, causing inflammation, damage to the surface of the eye, and making everyday activities like driving, working on a computer, reading, or enjoying time outdoors much more difficult.
🌟 The good news? Dry Eye is treatable—and we're here to help!
At Perceptions Eye Health & Wellness, we believe every patient deserves a treatment plan that's designed specifically for their eyes. That's why we've created three comprehensive Dry Eye Programs to meet you wherever you are on your Dry Eye journey.
🌿 RESTORE (Foundation Program)
Perfect for patients just beginning their Dry Eye journey.
✔️ Focuses on treating non-inflammatory Dry Eye
✔️ Builds a strong foundation for healthier tears and improved comfort
✔️ Great for mild symptoms or early intervention
🔥 RENEW (Our Most Popular Program)
Take your treatment to the next level.
✔️ Includes everything offered in the Restore Program
✔️ Designed to treat inflammatory Dry Eye Disease
✔️ Helps improve tear quality, reduce inflammation, and restore healthy gland function
✨ TRANSFORMATIVE (Premium Program)
Our most comprehensive Dry Eye solution.
✔️ Includes everything from Restore and Renew
✔️ Advanced treatment for inflammatory Dry Eye
✔️ Ideal for patients seeking maximum relief, long-term eye health, and optimal visual comfort
👩‍⚕️ Why Regular Dry Eye Evaluations Matter
Dry Eye Disease often worsens over time if left untreated. Routine evaluations allow us to:
✅ Detect Dry Eye before permanent damage occurs
✅ Monitor your meibomian gland health
✅ Prevent progression of the disease
✅ Improve comfort and vision
✅ Create personalized treatment plans that evolve with your needs
Your eyes change over time—your Dry Eye treatment should too!
🎉 Not ready to commit to a full Dry Eye Program? We've got you covered!
For a limited time:
✨ Purchase a package of 3 TempSure® Dry Eye Treatments OR 3 IPL Dry Eye Treatments and receive a FREE Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT) Treatment!
🎁 A $150 VALUE—FREE with your package purchase!
Our combination therapies work together to:
💙 Reduce inflammation
💙 Improve meibomian gland function
💙 Increase tear stability
💙 Enhance long-lasting comfort
💙 Help you get back to seeing—and feeling—your best!
📍 Perceptions Eye Health & Wellness
1456 N Howe Street, Suite 100
Southport, NC 28461
📞 Call us today: 910.454.9226
👁️ Don't ignore the symptoms. Healthy tears mean healthier eyes—and healthier eyes mean a better quality of life.

04/01/2026

🤡 APRIL FOOLS DAY SPECIAL 🤡
Well… April clearly fooled us — because we’re giving things away today 😅
Swing by TODAY ONLY and choose any of our featured bundles, and you’ll receive a FREE Dry Eye Treatment on us! (Yes, really. No tricks here 😉)
✨ Featuring our NEW Low Level Light Therapy — the perfect relief during this lovely… pollen-filled season 🌼
If your eyes are feeling itchy, watery, or just plain over it, this is your sign.
💨 Run, don’t walk to Perceptions Eye Health & Wellness — your eyes will thank you later.
Because the only thing foolish would be missing this deal 💖

01/15/2026

🏓 Pickleball is fun… but your eyes are not replaceable!
Fast balls, close play, and quick reactions mean eye injuries can happen in seconds. Wearing protective eyewear helps keep you in the game and protects your vision for the long run. 👓
✨ We are now offering exciting pickleball eye protection designed for comfort, clarity, and safety.
Play smart. Play safe. Protect your eyes.

01/14/2026

Glaucoma doesn’t usually give warning signs—by the time you notice changes, vision loss may already be permanent. 👁️
That’s why Glaucoma Awareness Month matters.

Higher-risk groups include those with a family history, adults over 40, people with diabetes, and certain ethnic backgrounds.
Early detection saves sight—don’t skip your eye exams. 💚

Join us for our community Glaucoma Awareness Day to celebrate Glaucoma awareness month! We’re offering complimentary glaucoma screenings to our community to help raise awareness and support early detection.
✔ Open to everyone – you do not need to be an existing patient
✔ Complimentary glaucoma screening
✔ 10% off all retail purchases on the day of your screening.

Reserve your spot:
📞 Call/Text us at 910-454-9226 to secure your spot!

Date: Wednesday, January 28th

01/06/2026

Glaucoma Awareness Day – Complimentary Screenings
Join us for our community Glaucoma Awareness Day to celebrate Glaucoma awareness month! We’re offering complimentary glaucoma screenings to our community to help raise awareness and support early detection. On Wednesday January 28th.
✔ Open to everyone – you do not need to be an existing patient
✔ Complimentary glaucoma screening
✔ 10% off all retail purchases on the day of your screening.
By appt only

Reserve your spot:
📞 Call/text us at 910-454-9226

12/23/2025

What do you think of our version?? Needs some work, we will perfect it for next year 😂😂😂❤️Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

12/22/2025

Don’t mind us while we are in our holly jolly moods!
Reminder we will be closed from Dec 24-Jan 2nd. Back in the office Jan 5th.

Address

1456 N Howe Street #100
Southport, NC
28461

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.perceptionseyehealth.com/

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