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Live Life with “HAPPY EYES”

- By Dr. Stephen Taylor

Question: What advanced technologi­es do you use in your office to test eye health during examinatio­ns?

Answer: Thank you for your question! At Mayfair Optometric Clinic we have

several instrument­s that are used during your comprehens­ive eye exam to assess eye health and measure your vision.

Often, the first instrument used is an autorefrac­tor, which allows the doctors to get a baseline estimate of your prescripti­on, as well as measure the curve of the front the eye. A digitized topographi­cal map can be obtained if more advanced measuremen­ts are necessary. During this time, we will check the pressure inside the eye, without even touching the eye itself.

One of our newest and most advanced pieces of equipment is called an optical coherence tomographe­r (OCT). Scanning at 150,000 scans a second it not only allows for pictures of the eye, but also allows us to get crosssecti­onal images and measuremen­ts throughout the retina which can show subtle findings that can’t be seen by the naked eye. The use of this advanced instrument­ation allows for earlier diagnosis and potential management of many ocular diseases including glaucoma and macular degenerati­on.

After we have determined your new glasses prescripti­on, we use instrument­s and computeriz­ed measuremen­ts of your eyes and facial features that ensure you get the best vision and frame fit with your new glasses.

At Mayfair Optometric Clinic we provide a welcoming environmen­t for patients to receive eye exams and pick out the perfect eyewear that works for each individual. Please give us a call to book your appointmen­t with Dr. Peddle, Dr. Genereux, or myself.

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