Thanks to emerging technology we have been able to offer our valued customers an OCT scan for several years. Did you know that this hospital-quality scan can be carried out at our very own practice. Opticians can use cutting edge technology to look more closely at your retina.
OCT technology uses light waves to take images of your retina; similar to how an ultrasound scan uses sound waves. During an OCT scan, you will be asked to sit in front of a small machine with your chin placed on to a support. The machine scans your eyes without touching them, one at a time and is completely painless. By attending multiple OCT scans over the years your optician can notice subtle changes in the thickness of the layers. This can indicate early signs of eye conditions. With regular testing it is easier to diagnose, treat and manage conditions.
An OCT scan can help our optician see what’s going on beneath the surface of your eye, providing a picture of the layers of your retina. Many common eye diseases can creep up on you without significant symptoms. Even if you think your vision is ok, its useful for an optician to gain a full understanding of your overall eye health. In particular an OCT scan can help detect eye conditions like glaucoma, age related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. It is also advisable to have can OCT scan even if your eyes are healthy in order to provide a baseline image.
Get in contact with us to book an appointment for an OCT Scan today.
