The Topcon OCT, is a non-invasive technology used for imaging the retina--the multi-layered sensory tissue lining the back of the eye. The Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scanner was the first instrument to allow doctors to see cross-sectional images of the retina. This technology has been used in vitreo-retina care for years. However, the latest high-definition scanning technology has revolutionized the primary care eye doctors image and diagnose retinal conditions such as a macular degeneration, epiretinal membranes, macular holes, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.  Further advancement of the OCT allows cross-sectional imaging of the cornea and iris--useful in corneal disease detection and management and glaucoma management.

Your retina (located in the back of your eye) is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be seen directly. This means that in addition to eye conditions, signs of other diseases (for example, stroke, heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes) can also be seen in the retina. Early signs of these conditions can show on your retina long before you notice any changes to your vision or feel pain. While eye exams generally include a look at the front of the eye to evaluate health and prescription changes, a thorough screening of the retina is critical to verify that your eye is healthy.

Getting an optomap image is fast, painless, and comfortable. Nothing touches your eye at any time. It is suitable for the whole family. To have the exam, you simply look into the device one eye at a time (like looking through a keyhole) and you will see a flash of light to let you know the image of your retina has been taken.

Under normal circumstances, dilation drops might not be necessary, but your eye care practitioner will decide if your pupils need to be dilated depending on the health of your eyes. The image capture takes less than a half-second and they are available immediately for you to see your own retina. You see exactly what your eye care practitioner sees - even in a 3D animation.

The unique optomap ultra-widefield view helps your eye care practitioner detect early signs of retinal disease, as well as signs of cancer, stroke and cardiovascular disease more effectively and efficiently than with traditional eye exams.

Early detection means successful treatments can be administered and reduces the risk to your sight and health.

The Octopus Perimeter is a non-invasive test which allows objective testing of the visual field.  Measuring various patterns of visual field loss can be useful in diagnosing and treating diseases such as glaucoma, neurological visual field loss (stroke), retinal diseases and degeneration.