STYLE SITE OPTICAL · AVENTURA
Straight answers about eye exams, insurance, glasses, contacts, kids’ vision and eye health from the family-owned optical serving Aventura since 1973. Can’t find your question? Call us — a real person answers.
The fastest way is to book online — pick a day and time and you’re done in about a minute. You can also call us at (305) 727-3937 or walk in; we take same-day appointments whenever the schedule allows.
We’re open Monday to Friday 9 am–5 pm and Saturday 9 am–2 pm, closed Sunday. You’ll find us at 19013 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180 — between Aventura Mall and Golden Beach — with free parking at the door. Get directions.
For most adults, once a year. Annual exams matter even more if you wear glasses or contacts, are over 60, have diabetes or high blood pressure, or have a family history of glaucoma or macular degeneration. Beyond checking your prescription, a comprehensive exam can pick up early signs of diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension before you notice symptoms.
A comprehensive eye exam is $140 without insurance. A contact lens exam is $240 and an urgent medical visit is $150. If you have vision insurance, your exam is often covered with just a copay — see our insurance page for details, or call and we’ll give you an estimate before your visit.
Expect about 30–45 minutes. We check your vision and refine your prescription, test how your eyes work together, measure eye pressure, and examine the front and back of your eyes for signs of disease. Our Aventura eye exam page walks through every step.
Dilation gives the doctor the clearest view of your retina and optic nerve, and we recommend it for most patients. Drops take about 20 minutes to work and leave you light-sensitive and blurry up close for 3–4 hours. Bring sunglasses; most people drive home comfortably, but if you’re unsure, bring a driver or ask about retinal imaging as an alternative.
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card(s), your current glasses and contact lenses (or the boxes), a list of medications you take, and any questions you have about your vision. If you’re a new patient, arriving 10 minutes early gives you time to fill out paperwork.
Yes — we love seeing kids. The American Optometric Association recommends a first exam between 6 and 12 months, another at age 3, and again before starting school, then yearly. Kids’ exams also screen for myopia early, when it’s easiest to slow down.
Sí — se habla español. Our doctors and staff are happy to see you in English or Spanish.
We’re in-network with VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, Spectera/UnitedHealthcare Vision, Aetna, Cigna, Oscar, Humana and Florida Medicaid, among others, and we file the claim for you. See the full list on our insurance page, or call us with your plan name and we’ll check your benefits before you come in.
Vision plans (VSP, EyeMed, Davis, Spectera) cover routine exams, glasses and contacts. Medical insurance (Aetna, Cigna, Medicare, Medicaid) covers eye problems — red or painful eyes, dry eye, diabetic eye exams, glaucoma, cataracts. Many visits qualify under one or the other, and we’ll bill whichever gives you the best coverage.
Yes. We accept Florida Medicaid plans for exams and glasses, and Medicare for medical eye visits (Medicare doesn’t cover routine refraction or glasses, except after cataract surgery).
Absolutely. Eye exams, prescription glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses are all eligible expenses. Just pay with your FSA/HSA card at checkout — and remember most FSA funds expire at year end. Our FSA/HSA guide explains what qualifies.
No problem — many of our patients pay out of pocket. Exams are $140, and we have frame-and-lens packages at every price point, so you can get quality eyewear on any budget.
Most vision plans include a frame allowance (typically $130–$200) plus covered or discounted lenses, once every 12 or 24 months. We apply your allowance at checkout and show you exactly what’s covered before anything is ordered.
Single-vision lenses are often ready in 2–5 business days; progressives, high-index and specialty lenses take about 7–10 business days. Ask about our fastest options if you need them sooner — we’ll tell you honestly what’s possible.
Single-vision lenses correct one distance. Bifocals add a reading segment. Progressives give you distance, computer and reading in one lens with no line. Our opticians match the lens to how you spend your day — read our guide to progressive lenses or ask us in store.
Anti-reflective coating cuts glare from screens and headlights and makes lenses nearly invisible — we recommend it for almost everyone. Photochromic (Transitions) lenses darken outdoors, handy in Florida sun. Blue-light filters reduce screen glare for heavy computer users. None are mandatory; we’ll tell you which are worth it for your prescription and lifestyle.
Yes, as long as the frame is in good condition. Bring it in and we’ll check it, then cut new lenses in your current prescription to fit.
Yes — walk in any time. Adjustments, screw and nose-pad replacements are done while you wait, usually in under 20 minutes, and we solder broken metal frames. Details on our eyeglass repairs page.
Not without ruining the lens coatings, and home remedies like toothpaste make it worse. If a scratch is in your line of sight, the fix is a new pair of lenses in your existing frame.
Over a thousand frames from designer houses and independent labels — Tom Ford, Gucci, Saint Laurent, Miu Miu, Fendi, Bulgari, Ray-Ban and many more — plus a wide selection of budget-friendly options. Browse online in our eyewear shop or come try them on.
Yes, in almost any frame we sell, including polarized and Transitions lenses. Prescription sunglasses are FSA/HSA eligible and often covered by your vision plan as a second pair.
A contact lens fitting adds measurements of your cornea, a trial lens on the eye, and a check of fit and comfort — because a contact lens prescription is not the same as a glasses prescription. It’s $240 and includes trial lenses. Learn more about our contact lens exams.
Yes. Toric lenses correct astigmatism and multifocal contacts handle distance and reading. There are also daily, monthly and specialty options for dry eyes.
In Florida, contact lens prescriptions are valid for one year. Your eyes need a yearly check to make sure the lenses are still healthy for you — over-wearing an old prescription is the most common cause of contact-related eye problems we see.
Yes. Order in store or by phone and we can ship directly to your home, so you never run out. We’ll also make sure the brand and parameters exactly match your prescription.
Scleral lenses are large, gas-permeable lenses that vault over the cornea and rest on the white of the eye. They give sharp, comfortable vision to people with keratoconus, irregular corneas, post-surgical eyes or severe dry eye who can’t wear standard lenses. Read about scleral lenses.
Myopia (nearsightedness) means distant objects are blurry. It typically starts between ages 6 and 12 and gets worse as the eye grows. Screen time, near work and less time outdoors are driving rates up worldwide — about half of children are now expected to be myopic.
Myopia control aims to slow down how fast a child’s prescription grows. At Style Site Optical we do this with Stellest lenses — glasses that look ordinary but are designed to slow myopia ($450 for the pair, frame priced separately). Slowing myopia lowers the lifetime risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma and myopic macular degeneration. Learn more about our myopia control program.
Stellest are Essilor spectacle lenses that look like ordinary glasses but slow myopia progression by an average of 67% in clinical trials. They’re a great first option for kids who aren’t ready for contacts. See our Stellest lenses page.
Squinting, sitting very close to the TV, holding books or tablets close, rubbing eyes, headaches, covering one eye, or slipping grades. Kids rarely complain about blurry vision because they assume everyone sees that way — that’s why yearly exams matter.
Sudden blur, a curtain or shadow over part of your vision, new flashes of light or a shower of floaters, double vision, or sudden eye pain are emergencies. Call us right away at (305) 727-3937 — we hold same-day slots for urgent eye care. If it’s after hours, go to the nearest emergency room.
Floaters are tiny clumps in the vitreous gel that cast shadows on your retina — the spots, threads or cobwebs that drift across your vision. A few stable floaters are normal. A sudden increase, especially with flashes of light or a shadow in your side vision, can mean a retinal tear and needs a same-day exam.
Redness, discharge, pain, swelling or light sensitivity should be seen promptly — many infections need prescription drops, and over-the-counter redness relievers can mask the problem. Stop wearing contacts, don’t rub your eyes, and call us for an urgent visit.
Dry eye is when your eyes don’t make enough tears or the tears evaporate too fast — causing burning, grittiness, redness, and ironically, watery eyes. We diagnose the cause and treat it with everything from lubricating drops and lid hygiene to prescription drops and in-office therapies.
A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s natural lens, usually from aging, that causes blurry or dim vision, glare at night and faded colors. Early on we manage them with updated glasses and anti-glare lenses. When they interfere with daily life, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a clear implant — a safe, routine procedure. We handle your evaluation, referral to a surgeon, and post-op care. Learn more about our cataract evaluations.
Not entirely, but you can slow them: wear UV-blocking sunglasses, don’t smoke, manage diabetes, eat a diet rich in leafy greens and fruit, and get regular eye exams so changes are caught early.
Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, usually from high eye pressure, and has no symptoms until vision is permanently lost — which is why it’s called the silent thief of sight. It’s detected during a comprehensive exam through pressure checks, optic nerve imaging and visual field tests. Risk is higher over 60, with a family history, or if you’re of African, Hispanic or Asian descent.
Yes. The retina is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be seen directly, so leaking, narrowing or bleeding vessels can reveal diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol — sometimes before your primary doctor does. If you have diabetes, an annual dilated exam is essential.
An optometrist (OD) is your primary eye doctor: exams, prescriptions, contact lens fittings and treatment of eye disease. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a surgeon who performs procedures like cataract surgery. An optician fits and adjusts your glasses. At Style Site Optical, our optometrists and opticians work together under one roof, and we coordinate with trusted surgeons when surgery is needed.
Call, walk in, or book online — our team is happy to help in English or Spanish. 19013 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180. Mon–Fri 9–5, Sat 9–2.
