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No More Dilation? The Benefits of Optomap Retinal Imaging
For many people, scheduling an eye exam comes with one common concern: eye dilation drops. Eye dilation drops can cause several issues, including difficulty seeing at a close distance, some loss of depth perception, and sensitivity to light. As a consequence, you may need to take time off work in the hours following the consultation.
Fortunately, newer technology simplifies eye consults. Dr. Scott Beeve uses Optomap retinal imaging to provide a detailed view of the retina without the need for eye dilation drops.
Understanding Optomap retinal imaging
Optomap retinal imaging is a digital imaging system. Unlike traditional exams, where only small portions of the retina get viewed at a time, this technology provides a much broader view in a single image by taking high-resolution photos of your retina.
This technology detects and monitors conditions, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal tears.
Because the retina can also reflect signs of systemic health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, or even autoimmune conditions, retinal imaging plays a role in preventive care.
The retina contains many small yet highly dense blood vessels, and changes in these blood vessels can help detect conditions in their early stages.
What to expect during a consult
The consult is quick, painless, and non-invasive. You look into the device for a few seconds while your retina gets photographed. There are no drops and no recovery time. You can return to your normal activities right after the appointment.
While the appointment is quick, there are no compromises in the quality of the assessment. Quite the opposite, the machine is highly sensitive and can catch retinal issues in their early stages. The images of your eyes are also stored digitally, allowing your provider to track changes over time.
Schedule your eye exam with us
Sometimes eye dilation drops are necessary, even when paired with newer technologies, especially when there are sudden vision changes or when cataracts are present. But in most cases, an eye consult no longer requires drops or special preparation. You can have your consultation done during your lunch break and return to work without needing to make any adjustments.
If you haven’t checked your eye health in a while, contact us to schedule an appointment today at our Glendale, California, office. Our team can help determine whether Optomap retinal imaging is right for you and answer any questions you may have about your eye exam.
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