Diagnostic Equipment
What Do We Check During An Eye Exam?
During a thorough eye examination, your optometrist evaluates various aspects of your vision and overall eye health, such as:
- Clarity of Vision (Visual Acuity): Assessed using an eye chart to determine how well you see objects at a distance.
- Peripheral Vision (Visual Field): Tested with a device that flashes lights to measure how well you perceive objects in your side vision.
- Intraocular Pressure: We assess the pressure within your eyes, an important test for detecting glaucoma.
- Eye Health (Structures): The optometrist examines the cornea, eyelids, conjunctiva, iris, pupil, lens, macula, retina, and optic nerve to ensure each part is healthy.
- Vision Prescription: Your optometrist will perform a refraction test for precise results.
This comprehensive approach ensures that your eyes receive the care they need to maintain optimal vision and health.
Why Modern Diagnostic Tools Matter
Modern diagnostic equipment helps ensure that your eye health and vision are well cared for. Here are three key reasons to select an eye care practitioner with up-to-date diagnostic tools.
- Detect Eye Diseases Early
Modern equipment enables optometrists to find conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy at an early stage. Early detection helps protect your vision by allowing treatment to begin when it is most effective, reducing the risk of permanent damage. - Accurately Targetted Treatments
Advanced diagnostic tools help optometrists deliver excellent care by offering highly accurate measurements and detailed imaging. This ensures precise targeting of the root causes of eye conditions. - Patient-Focused Care
Each person is unique, and clinics with the latest technology pair these tools with a tailored approach to each patient. This combination allows optometrists to address your concerns thoroughly and create a proactive plan to maintain your vision and eye health over time.
At Beyond Eyecare we are well-equipped to ensure you always receive the highest level of care for your eyes.
OUR Investment in YOUR Eye Health
Optical Coherence Tomographer (OCT)
The OCT is like an advanced scanner for your retina. It uses light waves to create incredibly detailed, cross-sectional images of the retina’s layers. This is different from a regular eye photo because it looks deep into the structure of your eye, helping us detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy—long before symptoms appear. For you, it’s all about catching problems early and preventing vision loss. It’s painless, quick, and gives us insights no other device can.
Fundus Camera
Unlike the OCT, which scans layers of the retina, the fundus camera takes a high-resolution photo of the retina’s surface. Think of it as a snapshot of the back of your eye. This helps us identify conditions like retinal tears, diabetic changes, or optic nerve damage. For you, this means we can spot visible changes or abnormalities and keep a visual record to compare over time. It’s great for tracking how your eye health evolves.
Corneal Topographer
This device focuses entirely on your cornea (the clear, curved front part of your eye). It creates a detailed map of your corneal surface, measuring its shape and curvature. It’s unique because it’s the go-to tool for diagnosing conditions like keratoconus (an irregularly shaped cornea), fitting specialty contact lenses, or preparing for LASIK surgery. For you, it means we can customize treatments that are perfectly suited to the shape of your eye.
Visual Field Analyzer (Automated Perimeter)
While other devices focus on specific parts of the eye, the visual field analyzer looks at how well your entire visual field works, especially your peripheral vision. You respond to lights flashing in different areas, and the machine maps any blind spots. It’s particularly useful for detecting glaucoma and neurological issues. For you, this ensures we catch vision loss that might go unnoticed in your day-to-day life.
Tonometers (Non-contact and Contact)
Slit Lamp Biomicroscope
Axial Length Biometer
