During your next visit to Optomeyes you will be able to experience the benefits of the latest technology in eye examinations: Digital Retinal Photography (DRP).
This advanced technology produces a detailed photographic image of your retina. Any eye examination should always screen for abnormalities or disease including a careful look at the retina, it's blood supply, and the optic nerve. The retina and the optic nerve are located at the back of the eye and connect the eye to the brain.
They are susceptible to a variety of diseases including macular degeneration and glaucoma, which can ultimately lead to partial loss of vision or even complete blindness.
Early detection of any retinal abnormality is crucial, and this is usually done by dilating the pupils and recording the information gathered on your patient record. The increased information that can be gathered and stored by this new technology enables us to detect subtle changes earlier and diagnose disease sooner.
Any changes to your eye heath are easier to recognise and should you relocate, this data can be supplied to your new practitioner.
It can help with the early detection of high blood pressure, diabetes, tumours in the eyes and even brain tumours.
As DRP is not covered by Medicare there is a small extra charge for this procedure. Please let us know prior to your examination if you do not want this procedure performed. We will discuss the results of this revolutionary examination with you. We are dedicated to offering you the best eye care possible using the best tools. We look forward to seeing during your next visit - and providing the most comprehensive and advanced vision care available. In children it enhances our ability to detect and record degenerations caused by nearsightedness, infections and injuries.
With this simple, quick and patient friendly new examination we have the information we need to prevent or reduce your vision loss. 75% of vision loss and blindness is treatable or preventable, so looking after your eyes now will help you maintain your sight in the future.
