Paul was born and raised in central Florida and is one of 11 children, including 9 sisters. He graduated from Bishop Moore High School in 1968 and from the University of Central Florida in 1972. He graduated from the University of Florida College of Dentistry in 1976 at the top of his class. After completing a general practice residency at the VA hospital in Gainesville in 1977 he started his dental practice in Winter Park.
Paul has been involved in organized dentistry from the start as a member of Orange County Dental Society, Central District Dental Society, Florida Dental Association, Greater Orlando Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. He has also been a member of the State Board of Dental Examiners and the Committee for Local Dental Peer Review. His numerous continuing education credits include the Seattle Study Club, Central Florida Occlusal Study Club, and other advanced restorative courses.