What is Optomap?

      Optomap Technology allows careful scrutinizing of the majority of the retinal surface in one panoramic view. In most retinal exams the doctor has to look into an eyeball the size of a  grape through an orifice the diameter of a pencil eraser in which he sees everything upside down and backwards. Although the Optomap does not entirely eliminate the need for a dilated exams, it certainly captures the vast majority of that which needs to be seen, and it can be studied for hours. Much like reading x-rays a doctor can become very adept at descerning the abnormal.

How does Optomap work?

     Taking 1/4 of a second, the Optomap takes a high quality, digital photo of the retina. The whole process takes only minutes to complete, and the pupil needs to be no larger than 2 millimeters.

Why is having an Optomap important?

     The Optomap provides our clinic with a permanent record with which we can make future comparisons, and we can follow conditions of concern.

Who should have an Optomap taken?

     Optomap is safe for all patients at any age. It is so fast it can be performed on infants, and in fact was invented specifically for that purpose. A complete picture of the inside of the eye can be done even on animals because of the amazing speed of the Optomap.

When should you have an Optomap taken?

     Each year during your eye health exam.