MARIETTA, Ga., July 31, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Optomap imaging technology identifies early signs of serious eye diseases and health conditions including diabetes and heart disease. These images are obtained instantly and it captures over 80 percent of the retina in one take. East Cobb Eye Center, located in Marietta Ga, offers this latest technology which provides more accurate eye disease diagnosis and management of eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
The retina is a sensitive area in the back of the eye that exposes the state of blood vessels. With a traditional exam, an eye doctor can see only 15 percent of the retina. Unhealthy retinas can lead to impaired vision and blindness. Details from a traditional eye exam may be insufficient to identify the earliest signs of serious eye conditions, making it more challenging to monitor eye health. Optomap retinal imaging captures over three times of the retinal details available from a traditional eye exam, offering significantly more data to an eye doctor and their patient.
Optomap retinal exams use pioneering technology that offers enhanced accuracy during an eye exam. An optomap retinal image can be used to diagnose and monitor vision conditions including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and hypertension. In addition to observing vision issues, eye doctors can recognize signs of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. The exam with optomap retinal imaging is quick and painless and the images are available for review immediately.
“Optomap technology is a breakthrough advancing an eye doctor’s ability to evaluate eye health and improve eye condition diagnosis and treatment,” said Dr. Melissa Giannamore. “As an experienced optometrist, I see how optomap retinal imaging benefits our patients and allows our team to better serve their vision needs. Optomap is safe to use on children and adults and the technology has been used on millions of vision patients across the globe. Retinal digital imaging, as part of an eye exam, should be a must for those at risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and glaucoma.”
About East Cobb Eye Center
Dr. Melissa Giannamore, Board Certified Optometric Physician at East Cobb Eye Center, serves residents of Marietta and surrounding areas. Patients can expect high-quality eye care services in a comfortable environment. Services at East Cobb Eye Center include comprehensive medical eye exams as well as treatment and management of ocular disease, and optomap retinal imaging.
Call (770) 642-4001 to learn about optomap eye exams for retinal imaging, schedule an eye exam, or visit http://www.eastcobbeyecenter.com/ for details.