Our office in Arden is located just minutes from Biltmore Park Town Square, making it easy to fit your eye care into even the busiest schedule. Whether you need a comprehensive eye exam, dry eye treatment, or a new pair of designer frames, our team of optometrists is ready to help you see your best.
Why South Asheville Patients Trust Asheville Vision and Wellness
When you choose an eye doctor, you're placing your trust in someone to protect one of your most valuable senses. At Asheville Vision and Wellness, that trust is backed by more than three decades of experience in western North Carolina and a practice philosophy that puts patient education first.
Our optometrists, Dr. Lisa M. Greene, Dr. Sid Morse, and Dr. Adam Greene, believe it is important for every patient to understand how their overall health impacts their vision throughout their lifetime. That means we take the time to explain what we're seeing during your exam, answer every question you bring, and help you make informed decisions about your eye health.
Dr. Lisa Greene has been practicing in the Asheville area since 1996 and brings a deep commitment to community health, including international volunteer work providing eye care to underserved communities. Dr. Morse has served Asheville patients since 1989 and is known for his thoroughness and dedication to staying current with the latest developments in contact lenses and instrumentation. Dr. Adam Greene, the newest member of our team, grew up in these mountains and is passionate about delivering compassionate care with the newest technology available. You can learn more about our doctors and staff on our team page.
Comprehensive Eye Exams for the Whole Family
Annual eye exams are about much more than checking whether your glasses prescription has changed. They are one of the earliest and most effective ways to detect serious health conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and autoimmune disorders that often present warning signs in the eyes long before other symptoms appear.
At Asheville Vision and Wellness, every comprehensive eye exam is customized to your age, health history, and lifestyle. Depending on your individual needs, your doctor may screen for:
- Macular degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Cataracts
- Dry eyes
- Corneal irritation
- Visual acuity changes
- Color vision deficiencies
- Crossed eyes or amblyopia (lazy eye) in children
Pediatric eye health is especially important because many vision problems respond best to treatment when caught early. Our stereopsis testing evaluates depth perception and helps identify conditions like amblyopia while children are still young enough for highly effective intervention. For adults over 50, we provide advanced screenings that go beyond the standard exam to protect your vision for the years ahead.
Advanced Diagnostic Technology
One of the reasons families across South Asheville choose our practice is our investment in advanced diagnostic technology. We maintain the latest instruments to help detect eye disease before it impacts your functional vision, giving you and your doctor valuable time to act.
Annidis RHA Multi-Spectral Imaging
This technology represents a major advancement in retinal health management. It assists our eye care professionals in diagnosing and monitoring sight-threatening diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma through detailed multi-spectral images of the retina.
Optomap Ultra-Widefield Retinal Imaging
The Optomap creates a digital image that captures more than 80% of your retina in a single panoramic view. This allows our doctors to detect early signs of retinal disease quickly and comfortably during your exam.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
OCT takes cross-sectional pictures of the retina using a scanning laser. It is a critical tool for diagnosing and monitoring conditions like macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy over time.
AdaptDx Pro for Early AMD Detection
For patients over 50 or those with a family history of age-related macular degeneration, the AdaptDx Pro measures dark adaptation speed to help identify the presence of AMD up to three years earlier than other tests. The exam takes only about 10 minutes and is simple and comfortable, guided by an AI-powered on-board technician named Theia.
Dry Eye Treatment That Targets the Root Cause
If you struggle with burning, redness, watery eyes, or a gritty feeling that won't go away, you may be dealing with dry eye disease. This condition affects millions of Americans and can be triggered by everything from screen time and seasonal allergies to medications and natural aging.
At Asheville Vision and Wellness, our dry eye treatment approach starts with a thorough evaluation to identify the underlying cause of your symptoms. For many patients, the culprit is blocked meibomian glands that prevent the oil layer of the tear film from doing its job.
Our LipiFlow treatment addresses this directly by applying gentle, controlled heat and massage to the eyelids. This combination removes blockages and allows the glands to resume their natural oil production, stabilizing the tear film and providing significant, lasting relief. Many patients notice improvement after just one session.
Neurolens for Headaches, Eye Strain, and Neck Pain
Two out of three people experience symptoms of eye misalignment, and the shift to increased screen time in recent years has made the problem even more common. If you deal with frequent headaches, eye strain, or neck and shoulder tension, the issue may start with how your eyes are working together.
Neurolens is a specialized lens technology designed to correct eye misalignment at its source. At Asheville Vision and Wellness, we use a device called the nMD to precisely measure the degree of misalignment, then create custom lenses tailored to your unique prescription. In clinical settings, 93% of patients who tried Neurolenses reported significant symptom relief.
Designer Eyewear and Contact Lenses
Looking your best is part of feeling your best, and our optical team makes finding the right frames an enjoyable experience. Asheville Vision and Wellness carries a curated selection of designer brands to suit every face shape, style, and lifestyle:
- Tom Ford
- Ray-Ban
- Oakley
- Maui Jim
- Kate Spade
- Jimmy Choo
- Silhouette
- Shwood
- And many more
Our on-site finishing optical lab ensures that your prescription lenses are crafted to the highest standards, matching exactly what your doctor prescribed. For contact lens wearers, our technicians and doctors carry a full line of daily disposable, multifocal, toric, and monthly lenses from top manufacturers. Every pair is fresh and pure, never expired, and backed by our trusted contact lens guarantee.
Conveniently Located for Biltmore Park and Biltmore Forest Residents
Our office at 559 Long Shoals Road in Arden is an easy drive from Biltmore Park Town Square. Simply head south on Long Shoals Road from the I-26 corridor, and you'll find us near Exit 37. The trip typically takes less than 10 minutes, with plenty of free parking when you arrive.
Asheville Vision and Wellness 559 Long Shoals Road, Arden, NC 28704 Phone: (828) 747-9260
You can also visit our contact page for detailed directions and office hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Asheville Vision and Wellness from Biltmore Park?
Our office on Long Shoals Road in Arden is located just minutes from Biltmore Park Town Square. Most patients make the drive in under 10 minutes using I-26 to Exit 37.
What should I expect during a comprehensive eye exam?
Your exam is customized to your individual needs and may include screenings for glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, dry eyes, and visual acuity. The specific tests your doctor performs will depend on your age, health history, and any symptoms you are experiencing.
Do you offer treatment for dry eyes?
Yes. We provide a full range of dry eye treatments, including LipiFlow therapy, which targets the root cause of the condition by clearing blocked oil glands in the eyelids. Our doctors will evaluate your specific situation and recommend a treatment plan tailored to you.
What brands of eyeglasses do you carry?
We carry a wide selection of designer frames, including Tom Ford, Ray-Ban, Oakley, Maui Jim, Kate Spade, Jimmy Choo, Silhouette, and Shwood, among others. Our optical team will help you find the perfect fit for your face shape, style, and lifestyle.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can book your appointment online anytime, or call our office at (828) 747-9260 during business hours. We look forward to welcoming you.
Schedule Your Eye Exam Today
Whether you need a routine vision check, advanced diagnostic testing, dry eye relief, or a fresh pair of frames, Asheville Vision and Wellness is here to serve you. Our team has been caring for South Asheville families for more than 35 years, and we would love to welcome you to our practice.
Schedule your appointment online today and experience the difference that personalized, technology-forward eye care can make.