Corneal Topography
We use an invaluable new tool that measures the subtle contours, or "topography,"
of the cornea. Some purposes that we use topography measurements for include:
- Tracking laser surgery (LASIK) patients' treatment.
- Detecting corneal changes that might require new prescriptions for contact
lens wearers.
- Detecting eye diseases that affect the cornea.
Digital Retinal Imaging
In order to detect eye health issues, we need to be able to track very small
changes in the retina. The only way to track these changes accurately is to
capture a digital retinal photograph of your eyes. We use a specialized instrument to take an image of the retina which can be compared to previous digital images. Comparison technologies assist us
in detecting even the subtlest retinal change, thereby allowing us to
uncover progressive eye changes earlier than ever before.
GDx Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscopy
The GDx scanning laser test is a relatively new test that has proved its usefulness in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma
The GDx is a tool that uses laser to determine the thickness of the
nerve fiber layer. Older glaucoma tests have centered around measuring
eye pressure or measuring the effect that glaucoma has on your overall
visual field. Although these tests are extremely important in the
treatment and management of glaucoma, it would be helpful to measure or
test early what damage glaucoma can cause to the nerve fiber layer in
the back of the eye.