Our Services
SPECS is your trusted partner for comprehensive eye care services in St. Petersburg. Our experienced team offers a range of services, including thorough eye exams, contact lens fittings, and management of ocular diseases. With advanced technology and personalized care, we prioritize your visual health and overall well-being.
At SPECS, we accept several major insurance options, including:
- AARP
- Advantica
- Aetna
- Cigna
- DavisVision
- EyeMed
- Medicare
- Superior Vision
- HumanaVision
- VSP
- AAA
Our Services
Annual Eye Exam
It is important to have your eyes checked annually. An annual eye exam assesses ocular health as well as provides a prescription for glasses or contact lenses when needed. We provide exams for patients age 5 and up. Even If you have no issues with your vision, it is still important to have your eye health checked regularly. During a routine exam we check for cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye and macular degeneration among other conditions.
Contact Lens Evaluation
We offer many different types of contact lens fittings, including monovision, multifocal lenses, toric lenses for astigmatic patients, rigid gas permeable lenses (RGP), and specialty lenses (keratoconus, post corneal graft). We will take the time to make sure every patient gets the best vision they can for their specific needs.
Medical Office Visits
Beyond the annual eye exam, we also offer medical office visits for more specific eye care needs. We treat red eye, conjunctivitis, foreign body removal, dry eye, abrasions of the eye, contact lens-related issues, and more. Conditions that need the attention of a specialist can be diagnosed and referred out to the appropriate specialist. These include glaucoma, corneal conditions, cataracts, macular degeneration, and vitreous and retinal detachments.
Surgical Evaluation
If it is discovered during a routine eye exam or medical office visit that you require further evaluation by a specialist, we are able to evaluate your condition and submit a referral. We also co-manage Lasik and cataract surgeries with many specialists in the area. We are here to meet your vision and eye health needs.
Lenses/Frames
The optical team at SPECS offers a vast collection of both designer eyeglasses and budget eyeglasses. While at some offices it can be overwhelming choosing lenses and frames (while dealing with inexperienced “salespeople”), at SPECS we are highly trained and equipped to make sure your experience is nothing less than perfect! Jeremy selects our latest designer eyewear collections based on quality, the latest fashion trends, and most importantly, functionality. Our knowledgeable staff will assist in your selection all while considering your lifestyle, occupation, and your hobbies. These are important factors when choosing a frame and lens design.
Brands We Carry
The optical team at SPECS offers a vast collection of both designer eyeglasses and budget eyeglasses. While at some offices it can be overwhelming choosing lenses and frames (while dealing with inexperienced “salespeople”), at SPECS we are highly trained and equipped to make sure your experience is nothing less than perfect! Jeremy selects our latest designer eyewear collections based on quality, the latest fashion trends, and most importantly, functionality. Our knowledgeable staff will assist in your selection all while considering your lifestyle, occupation, and your hobbies. These are important factors when choosing a frame and lens design.
Lens Choices
Three Types of Lens choices
Progressive
These are no line multi-focals. At SPECS we use the latest and greatest technology brought to us by Hoya and Zeiss, though we are also able to work with Varilux and Crizal products as well.
- Have you had distortion in your progressives?
- Have you had issues reading in your progressives?
- Are you tilting your head back while using the computer?
Unfortunately, these are common annoyances when measured incorrectly or when purchasing “run of the mill” progressives. Our opticians have the experience to correct this.
Single Vision
These lenses are for distance, reading, or computer. The idea here is pretty basic. You may only need a correction for one of the above. Maybe driving at night is giving you an issue. Perhaps you have just turned 40, and your cell phone is not so clear anymore. A single vision lens can correct for this.
Multifocal
The most common multi-focals are either a bi-focal or a tri-focal. Traditionally a bi-focal will have one line towards the bottom and that area will be magnified for reading. The top portion is for your distance. Add one more line to that lens and now you have a tri-focal. The center area of this lens will now assist you in the computer range (about 16mm). Keep in mind that we can manipulate your prescription to change up the focal points you wish to have.
Coatings/Add-ons
We partner with Hoya and Zeiss for our materials, though we also have have access to Varilux and Crizal products as well. Our knowledgeable staff will go over your lens material options before your purchase. We strongly believe that you should be aware of the materials you are buying and the purpose of each. We do not want you to be taken advantage of and will help you with these decisions, even if you are not our patient.
Anti-glare Coating
Adding anti-glare coating will help eliminate most glare that you may be noticing when driving at night, using your computer, or in a room with fluorescent lighting.
Transitions/Sensity
These lenses change colors when the sun/UV rays directly impact your glasses. These lenses are offered in multiple colors and finishes. Over the years, technology has advanced and there are other types of transitions that polarize and some that get a little bit darker.
Polarized Lenses
These sunglass lenses have a filter that reduces intense light, which, in turn will reduce glare. Polarized lenses are especially helpful during the rainy season, on the water fishing or boating, and while driving, and are extremely helpful for patients that are a bit more sensitive to the bright sun. There are two main colors: grey and brown.
Other Sunglass Options
There are a few more options when it comes to creating an elite pair of sunglasses, such as adding a mirror or backside anti-glare coating. Please contact our office with any questions.
3 Locations to Serve You
Downtown St. Pete
1900 1st Ave N
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
P: (727) 898-3155
Seminole - closed due to Hurricane Milton
Tyrone
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