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“Why are my glasses so expensive?!”

March 17, 2017
You may be asking yourself this question after seeing online and commercial advertising. Our objective at Envision Eyecare is to educate our patients on the difference in quality and craftsmanship between our glasses and those purchased online or th…

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

January 25, 2017
[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=”] The macula is a small area in the eye responsible for our precious central vision, color perception and therefore, our independence.  It is a delicate tissue comprising only a few millimeters of the reti…

Vision Issues Can Affect Learning in Children

August 17, 2016
It’s estimated that up to 80 percent of learning occurs through a child’s eyes. But what happens when a preschooler or early grade school child has vision problems such as hyperopia, also known as farsightedness? If you are farsighted that means you…

Sun Safety for Your Eyes and Skin

July 19, 2016
Don’t get burned! July is National UV Safety Month and we’re here to educate you on sun safety! According to the American Academy of Dermatology, it’s estimated that 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Harmful rays from the…

Free Eye Exam for Infants at Envision Eyecare

July 14, 2016
Envision Eyecare participates in a wonderful program called InfantSEE, a public health program that allows us to provide a comprehensive eye assessment to children between the ages of 6 and 12 months as a no-cost public service. This program is mana…

Envision Eyecare Healthy Eyes Lecture by Doctor Golson

June 14, 2016
Do you have questions about eye health? Would you be interested in discussing eye health with an optometrist? Well here’s your chance to learn more and have an open discussion of common vision and eye health concerns with a doctor and your peers! Jo…

Envision Eyecare Sponsors Kids Zone at Festival

May 24, 2016
This weekend, May 27-29th, there’s a celebration of sports, the mountains, and Asheville, complete with live music, food, beer, and fun! It’s the 16th annual Mountain Sports Festival held at Carrier Park on Memorial Day weekend. This year’s festival…

Envision Eyecare Sponsors Montford Avenue Festival

May 20, 2016
This Saturday marks the 13th annual Montford Avenue Music and Arts Festival in the historical Montford neighborhood of Asheville, North Carolina! Envision Eyecare is proud to be a sponsor of this festival! This festival is Asheville’s longest runnin…

Women’s Eye Health Month

April 18, 2016
Did you know that women are more likely to have vision problems than men are? April is designated Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month for that very reason. Most women don’t even realize the greater risks to their eyesight, so awareness is key to rai…

Envision Eyecare Referral Program

March 24, 2016
Sharing is caring! Did you know that Envision Eyecare offers a referral program to our patients? Have you had a great Envision Experience? Tell a friend! We’d love, love, love it if you share about us with a friend, family member, co-worker, or hey…