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A thorough retinal exam is a key component of a comprehensive eye exam. The retina, located at the back of your eye, is the only place in the body where blood vessels can be seen directly. By examining the retina, your eye doctor can spot signs of eye conditions and systemic issues, such as hypertension, diabetes, and stroke.
At the Eyecare Center of Ken Caryl in Littleton, we often include digital retinal imaging as part of your routine eye exam. Using digital retinal imaging, our eye doctors can produce high-resolution images of the inside of the eye, including the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels. A specialized camera captures detailed images of the eye, allowing for early detection and diagnosis of a wide range of eye conditions.
The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that captures images and sends them to the brain via the optic nerve. Surrounding blood vessels supply the retina with vital nutrients and oxygen. With digital retinal imaging, eye care professionals can closely examine these structures to detect any abnormalities or signs of eye disease.
What to expect when getting a digital retinal scan
During a digital retinal scan, you will sit in front of a camera that captures high-resolution images of the inside of your eyes. Our eye doctor then stores and analyzes these images to check for signs of conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma.
What are the benefits of digital retinal imaging?
Here are just some of the advantages of getting regular digital retinal exams in Littleton:
- Digital retinal imaging is a non-invasive, highly effective tool for detecting and monitoring eye conditions that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. It also allows our eye doctors to track the progression of existing conditions and assess how well treatments are working.
- A digital retinal exam is especially important for people over 50, those with diabetes or high blood pressure, and anyone with a family history of eye disease. Early detection through retinal imaging helps you protect your vision and maintain your quality of life.
- Your scans are saved on file, so your doctor can compare them over time to spot any changes and adjust care as needed.
To learn more about our advanced diagnostic technology or to schedule an appointment, please contact us today.