Retinal Photos

What are retinal photos?

Retinal photos are digital pictures of the back of your eye. They provide a detailed view of the retina (the part of your eye that channels light and images), blood vessels, and the optic disc (a place on your retina housing the optic nerve that sends visual information to your brain).

Retinal photos help your Better Vision Eyecare doctor check your eye health and diagnose certain diseases.

Why would I need retinal photos?

Your eye doctor might recommend having retinal photos if you suffer from conditions like:

Diabetes

Diabetes can damage blood vessels in your eye (diabetic retinopathy). Without treatment, this can cause vision loss.

Macular degeneration

The macula (central part of your retina) deteriorates with age, causing distorted central vision.  Retinal photos are particularly good for early detection and the sooner its diagnosed, the better its stablized.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma damages the optic nerve in your retina and can result in peripheral vision sight loss. It develops when fluid builds up in your eye, putting pressure on the optic nerve.

Your Better Vision Eyecare eye doctor will also take scans of the optic nerve if your sight is worsening and the reason isn’t apparent.

What does having retinal photos involve?

You open your eyes as wide as possible and look at an object while a laser scans your eyes. Your doctor views the retinal photos on a computer.

What happens after my eye doctor takes retinal photos?

Because they can see the retinal photos immediately, your doctor will discuss the findings and any treatment you need after your exam.

Call Better Vision Eyecare today or book an appointment online to learn more about retinal imaging and how it supports excellent eye health.