Heidelberg Spectralis OCT
We have invested in this Heidelberg Spectraclis OCT because it can detect tiny changes quickly with scanning technology used in outer space for peace of mind in moments.
OCT is short for Optical Coherence Tomography, a modern imaging technique, which shows structures inside the eye that can change due to eye conditions. In an OCT exam, a light beam scans the eye through the pupil. The beam scans across the back of the eye, and the reflected light is translated into a detailed image of the structures within the eye.
OCT has become invaluable in advanced eye care because it allows us optometrists to see tiny changes in the eye, which would otherwise be difficult to detect. Perfect vision doesn’t mean healthy eyes. It’s easy to forget about your eye health when you have perfect vision. We can provide the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your eyes are healthy or that we see the smallest change before you do.
Careful examination and analysis of the structures seen in OCT images can help us identify early signs of eye diseases like glaucoma.
OCT is so sensitive that it often shows us signs of disease before you notice any changes in your vision.
This is a tremendous advantage to you because studies have proven that starting treatment early is the best way to preserve vision. OCT is also helpful for confirming whether your treatment is working or if alternate treatments should be considered.
DRS plus retinal camera
Fundus photography involves photographing the rear of an eye, also known as the fundus.
The DRS Plus is a specialized fundus camera with an intricate microscope attached to a flash-enabled camera. The main structures that can be visualized on a fundus photo are the central and peripheral retina, optic disc and macula.
The precision and accuracy of the DRS plus technology allow it to acquire exceptionally accurate images for those with pupils as small as 2.5mm (or even less). This eliminates the need to subject those with smaller pupils, such as the elderly, to dilating eyedrops and dark environments.
The benefits include:
- It is a non-invasive procedure and only takes a minute or two.
- It provides a bird’s eye view of entire layers on the retina (the interior surface of the eye) and allows us to provide the most accurate diagnosis.
It allows early and accurate diagnosis, especially changes in the eye of patients with diabetes and blood pressure, macular degeneration, macular oedema, retinal detachment and many more conditions, which are essential for timely treatment and improvement in the patient’s outcome.