Optomap Retinal Imaging in Bayside, NY
Getting an optomap image is fast, painless, and comfortable, with nothing touching your child’s eye at any point. It’s suitable for the whole family and gives Dr. Cho a detailed look at retinal health as part of your comprehensive eye exam.
Request a Consultation or call (646) 798-7140.
How Optomap Imaging Works
To have the exam, your child simply looks into the device one eye at a time, similar to looking through a keyhole, and sees a comfortable flash of light letting them know the image of their retina has been captured. Under normal circumstances, dilation drops might not be necessary, though your eye care practitioner will decide if pupils need to be dilated depending on the health of your child’s eyes. The image capture takes less than half a second, and the results are available immediately so you can see your own retina alongside Dr. Cho.
Benefits of Optomap Ultra-Widefield Retinal Imaging
- Facilitates early protection from vision impairment or blindness
- Supports early detection of serious conditions like cancer, stroke, and cardiovascular disease that can present in the retina
- Gives Dr. Cho a wider, more detailed view of retinal health than a traditional eye exam alone
The unique optomap ultra-widefield view helps your eye care practitioner detect early signs of retinal disease more effectively and efficiently than traditional exam methods, and earlier detection generally means more successful, less invasive treatment. Learn more about how we use optomap for ongoing monitoring on our Retinal Health Optos page.
Is Optomap Right for My Child?
Optomap imaging is appropriate for children and adults alike, and it’s especially valuable for families managing myopia progression, since higher levels of myopia carry an increased long-term risk of retinal issues. Ask about adding optomap imaging to your child’s next comprehensive eye exam.
Optomap FAQs
Does optomap replace the need for dilation?
Optomap can often reduce the need for dilation, though your eye care practitioner will still determine whether dilation drops are needed based on your child’s eye health.
Is optomap imaging painful?
No. Optomap is completely painless, with nothing touching your child’s eye. The process only involves looking into the device and seeing a brief, comfortable flash of light.
How long does an optomap scan take?
The actual image capture takes less than half a second per eye, and results are available immediately for review with Dr. Cho.
Is optomap suitable for children?
Yes, optomap imaging is suitable for the whole family, including young children, since it’s fast, comfortable, and doesn’t require touching the eye.
What can optomap detect that a regular exam can’t?
Optomap’s ultra-widefield view can help detect early signs of retinal disease and other conditions that may not be visible during a standard, narrower-view eye exam.
Is optomap included in a comprehensive eye exam?
Optomap is often included as part of a comprehensive eye exam. Ask our team at (646) 798-7140 to confirm it’s added to your child’s visit.
How do I schedule an exam that includes optomap imaging?
Call (646) 798-7140 or request a consultation and mention you’d like optomap imaging included.