ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
We want to ensure that the health of your eyes is thoroughly examined and to do this we use the latest, advanced technology. This technology allows us to conduct a series of scans of your eye, examining the health of the eye, taking accurate measurements of the eye, and tracking the development of your eye’s health and shape over time.
OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
The OCT is an instrument very similar to an MRI scan but for the eyes. It produces 3D images, allowing the Optometrist to detect problems that could not easily be seen previously. The OCT provides an incredibly detailed examination of the eyes; this detects eye conditions such as Glaucoma and Age Related Macula Degeneration at a much earlier stage.
Optomap
The Optomap ultra-wide digital retinal imaging system captures more than 80% of your retina in one panoramic image. Traditional methods typically reveal only 10-15% of your retina at one time. This unique view enhances our ability to detect even the earliest signs of disease that can appear on your retina.
Ocular Photography
We can now use two different cameras to photograph both the front and the back of the eye. This allows us to monitor the Lids, Lashes, Cornea and Crystalline Lens for any defects. A photograph of the Retina allows us to look for retinal changes to ensure that there are no general health issues present.
Visucam (Mpod)
We now have the facility to measure your macula pigment density using both our Mpod and Visucam (a high magnification camera that photographs the retina). The latest research indicates that patients with low macula pigment density are at a greater risk of developing Macula Degeneration. By detecting this and prescribing the appropriate nutritional supplements we can help reduce your risk.
Visionix VX 120
We now use the Visionix VX120 to examine the shape and uniformity of the cornea and anterior structures of the eye. This allows us to detect corneal disease and to determine whether you are at risk of developing Acute Glaucoma due to the physiological, anatomical structure of your eye. It also enables us to assess the presence of Cataracts in more detail.
Corneal Topography
By mapping in detail the contours of the Cornea we can detect corneal diseases, such as Keratoconus, at an earlier stage. In addition, we can accurately monitor post laser treatment and prescribe individually designed contact lenses.
Visual Fields
With the Humphries Visual Field analyser we now have the capability of recording threshold visual fields. This is a very accurate measure of the extent of your peripheral vision. It is highly important in patients with a family history of Glaucoma or where there is a risk of Glaucoma developing.