What is Optomap retinal imaging?

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The  optomap ultra-widefield retinal image is a unique technology that captures more than 80% of your retina in one panoramic image while traditional imaging methods typically only show 15% of your retina at one time.

Your retina (located in the back of your eye) is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be seen directly. This means that in addition to eye conditions, signs of other diseases (for example, stroke, heart disease, hypertension and diabetes) can also be seen in the retina. Early detection of life-threatening diseases like cancer, stroke, and cardiovascular disease. It also facilitates early protection from vision impairment or blindness.

Early signs of these conditions can show on your retina long before you notice any changes to your vision or feel pain. While eye exams include a look at the front of the eye to evaluate health and prescription changes, a thorough screening of the retina is critical to verify
that your eye is healthy.

Getting an  optomap image is fast and pain-free. It is suitable for every age, even children. The capture takes less than a second.  Images are available immediately and you can see your own retina and exactly what your eye care practitioner sees in a 3D animation.

Most importantly, early detection means successful treatments can be administered and reduces the risk to your sight and health.

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Dr. Steven Linker, OD
Monmouth Vision Associates