Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is one of these technologies. According to Gary Rodney, founder of Smart Vision Optometry, "OCT allows for the most comprehensive, quick and accurate assessment of the health of a patient's eyes."
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Smart Vision Optometry has optimised the most innovative and cutting edge technology in order to help detect, diagnose and manage a variety of common, yet serious eye care problems in patients. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is one of these technologies. According to Gary Rodney, founder of Smart Vision Optometry, "OCT allows for the most comprehensive, quick and accurate assessment of the health of a patient's eyes."
Australian-based Rodney, is a Master of Optometry and a Behavioural Optometrist, has a special interest in Orthokeratology, and is a Fellow of both the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control and the American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control. His sought-after diagnostic and treatment methods in eye care bring hope to individuals suffering from numerous conditions.
The OCT scan is so thorough a process that it has been referred to as an MRI for the eye. "This scan gives an opportunity to view detailed, cross-sectional images of the retina and enables eye care practitioners to detect, monitor and control changes in the most accurate way possible. In addition, the procedure is relatively fast and the equipment used never touches the eye, guaranteeing patients a safe, non-invasive and painless experience," says Rodney.
OCT and Eye Disease
As mentioned, OCT is helpful in diagnosing many conditions related to the eye, one of them being glaucoma. Studies have shown OCT to be an indispensable tool in the detection of glaucoma, the most prominent worldwide cause of permanent blindness. Glaucoma occurs when the optic nerve is damaged because of insufficient blood supply, and one of its symptoms is loss of peripheral vision.
According to a study published in 2021 [1], it is the go-to technology for the assessment of possible glaucoma thanks to its rapid and reproducible scanning. There is no cure for glaucoma, but early treatment, achieved through early diagnosis, can impede damage and prevent overall loss of vision.
OCT has also proven itself to have a sufficient amount of sensitivity to detect diabetic macular edema (DME) and diabetic retinopathy, two diabetes-related conditions that have no cure and can also lead to blindness. However, when detected early, both progression and vision damage in both conditions can be curtailed.
A Step Towards the Smart Vision Skills Assessment
"Checking the health of a patient's eyes is the entry point to overall vision and even the smallest issue requires attention. Once we determine this first step, the often more crucial component of optimum vision follows," says Rodney. He is, of course, talking about Smart Vision Optometry's Smart Vision Skills Assessment, which is a game-changer in premium eye care assessments.
OCT is fundamental for patients at Smart Vision Optometry as it allows them eventual access to this unique assessment. While other routine assessments merely constitute a standard 20/20 eye test, this particular assessment begins by evaluating a patient's visual acuity, or clarity of sight, and then their general eye health.
"During our Smart Vision Comprehensive Vision Skills Assessment, we go over and above by observing the whole visual process. It looks at how our eyes and our brain work together, and that is when both functional vision skills and perceptual vision skills come into play," says Rodney.
When Rodney says functional vision skills, he is referring to the efficiency with which one's vision system can concentrate. However, perceptual vision skills pertain to the skill with which one's brain can process visual information. "Together, these skills give us a snapshot of each unique vision system and whether the individual in question is performing to potential or under strain in terms of their vision," says Rodney.
Rodney developed this system of analysing, testing, diagnosing and treating human vision skills as part of his Master's studies. "It was based on decades of clinical practice, evidence-based research and personal investigations into the latest thinking worldwide," says Rodney.
Conclusion
Smart Vision Optometry offers cutting-edge technology, such as OCT, that can easily detect numerous kinds of eye disease, from glaucoma to conditions related to diabetes. The use of OCT falls under the Advanced Eye Health Testing portion of Smart Vision Optometry's wide range of premium eye care services. It's a mandatory diagnosis for patients who are experiencing unpleasant eye-related symptoms and would like a solution.
In addition, the Advanced Eye Health Testing is an important step for a patient to take in evaluating their vision skills during the Smart Vision Comprehensive Vision Skills Assessment. Smart Vision Optometry has it all, from fundamentally useful technology to a holistic approach to optimum vision. There's nothing to be missed for patients here.
If certain uncomfortable symptoms are presenting themselves and the patient in question would like to start taking steps towards a solution, then they can contact Smart Vision Optometry today at (02) 9969 1600 or book an advanced eye testing session as well as a comprehensive vision skills assessment that is tailored to their own needs.
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[1]
Kamalipour, Alireza; Moghimi, Sasan. "Macular Optical Coherence Tomography Imaging in Glaucoma." Journal of Ophthalmic & Vision Research. 16(3):p 29 July 2021. | DOI: 10.18502/jovr.v16i3.9442
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