What does WaveFront mean?

WaveFront refers to an objective measurement where vision errors can be identified automatically by the way light waves travel through the eye. We utilize this technology to measure the way a wavefront of light passes through the cornea and the crystalline lens, which are the refractive (light focusing) components of the eye. Distortions that occur as light travels through the eye are called aberrations, representing specific vision errors. With this information we are able to prescribe more accurate prescriptions.

Anterior Segment and Fundus Photography

Anterior Segment and Fundus Photography allows us to photograph both external and internal structures of the eye. This photography is used to detect and evaluate foreign bodies, retinal detachment, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and many other eye diseases. The images taken can be used for comparison or to detect disease progression at a later examination.

Automated Exam Lane

The automated exam lane allows a fast, efficient, highly accurate way to determine your prescription over traditional manual machines. This means you will be asked fewer “Which is better?” questions.

Glaucoma Testing

The diagnosis and management of glaucoma depends on the information we receive from a variety of tests.
  • GDx Nerve Fiber Analyzer is a tool that uses laser technology to determine the thickness of the nerve fiber layer in the retina. The GDx maps the nerve fibers and compares them to a database of healthy, glaucoma-free patients. A thinning of the fibers indicates glaucoma. This information is then made available to your doctor in the form of pictures, graphs and statistical data that indicate the probability of glaucoma. The GDx test is particularly powerful in early detection as studies show that more than 50% of individuals with glaucoma aren't aware they have it. It is also very useful for managing glaucoma over the years, because it detects very small changes when compared with previous GDx data.
  • Visual Field Test is a subjective measure of central and peripheral (side) vision, and is used to diagnose, determine the severity of, and monitor your glaucoma. It can also evaluate vision loss due to macular degeneration, damage to the visual pathways of the brain, and other optic nerve diseases.
  • Pachymetry is a tool that measures the thickness of your cornea. If your cornea is thicker or thinner than average it will generate an inaccurate eye pressure reading. With this measurement, your doctor can better understand your eye pressure reading, and develop a treatment plan that is right for your condition.