Unique Equipment - Technology Driven, Patient Friendly
We are blessed with having state of the art instruments at Agape. Our goal is to provide you the most advanced care possible. To do this we regularly attend educational events and purchase the finest instrumentation.
The
Optomap Retinal Exam is a state-of-the-art method of evaluating the
retina, the sensitive lining inside the eye. The
Optomap retinal image gives a much larger view (up to 200 degree view) of the
retina than conventional imaging technology. The images are captured in less
than a second and become immediately available for
review.
The procedure is non-invasive and simple enough that children can have it done. The Optomap retinal images become part of your permanent exam record, available for future comparison and analysis from year to year. Additionally, the Optomap greatly reduces the likelihood of eye dilation while improving the doctor's ability to detect early signs of eye disease.
This sophisticated exam has helped us to diagnose eye tumors, diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration and a number of other retinal diseases.
Agape Optometry Center is one of the first optometric practices in the United States to own a Z-View aberrometer. This instrument allows us to comprehensively evaluate how your eyes uniquely focus light in just seconds, without asking you, "Which lens is better, 1 or 2?" Unlike existing technology, wavefront aberrometry measures the visual imperfections, termed "high order aberrations", which were previously too difficult and elusive to measure. High order aberrations can significantly reduce vision, especially at nighttime. Wavefront aberrometry allows our doctors to precisely determine the most appropriate eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions, while also assisting our doctors in diagnosing eye diseases including cataracts and keratoconus at their earliest stages. For some of our patients, wavefront aberrometry enables our doctors to prescribe special high definition corrective lenses (iZon). Candidacy for these lenses can only be determined during an eye examination.
Corneal
topography via the Keratron
Scout precisely measures the front surface of the eye, called the
cornea, while performing powerful statistical analysis for diagnosis.
The measurement provides valuable information
for prescribing contact lenses and
orthokeratology designs, reducing
the amount of time required to get you the best prescription. This technology
also allows us to properly identify candidates for
laser vision correction and monitor the healing response
after corneal surgery.
Corneal topography also is invaluable in detecting sight-threatening corneal pathology including keratoconus and pellucid marginal degeneration.
Computerized side vision analysis or automated visual field analysis is done with the Haag-Streit Octopus 311. During routine examination, our patients undergo a screening side vision measurement using flicker technology. It provides a clinically verified and rapid method of detecting early side vision loss. Side vision loss can signal glaucoma, damage to the retina, or even life-threatening lesions in the central nervous system. In situations when a highly detailed or "threshold" measurement of side vision is required, our patients undergo measurement with sophisticated threshold testing with white on white targets and blue on yellow targets. Statistical tools offered by the Octopus 311 are backed by decades of research and clinical validation. Since we own the Octopus 311, our patients are afforded the comfort and convenience of not having to go elsewhere when this measurement is necessary, thereby minimizing any delay in getting you the test results, not only for earlier diagnosis, but your peace of mind.
DGH - 550 Pachette 2 Pachymeter
This instrument measures corneal thickness to the micron. Why is this important? For those interested in refractive surgery (LASIK), we can determine if there is enough cornea to have the procedure. This is very important with higher prescriptions in order to head off problems before going too far. The pachymeter is also important with glaucoma suspect patients. If the cornea is very thick it will result in higher readings for eye pressure. This means that the pressure may really be normal and glaucoma is not a problem.
Reichert XPert Air Puff Tonometer
Most eyecare patients are aware of the "air puff". This is the newest version. The computer generated "puff" is substantially less and the results are consistent and accurate. A tonometer measures the pressure within the eye. Eye fluids (aqueous humor) are replenished weekly and body metabolism changes can result in overproduction. This can cause increased pressure and nerve damage, eventually resulting in glaucoma..
Oasis
Colvard Pupilometer
The measurement of pupil size in low light conditions is very important for a number of reasons. For example: contact lens patients with large pupils will often have excessive glare at night because the lens optic zone is not large enough; refractive surgery (LASIK) patients can have the same type of problem; professional drivers with large pupils can often be disabled by night-time glare. Precise measurement with this infrared pupilometer allows us to predict and manage these problems.
The Taylor Visagraph II is a computerized eye movement recording system. With it we can measure and electronically record eye movements used when reading. These findings are compared to norms to determine if there is a deficiency. Specific therapy can be done to improve deficient eye movements - improvement results in increased reading fluency and information processing.
Infant & Toddler PhotoScreenerTM
The PhotoScreener™ is a fully portable battery operated camera especially designed for the detection of vision disorders in young and even preverbal children. It can accurately screen for conditions that can lead to amblyopia (lazy eye), including all refractive errors (like myopia & astigmatism), strabismus, media opacities and ptosis (droopy eye), all of which are treated more easily if detected early in life.
100 North Rancho Road, Suite #1
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Phone (805)495-3937 Fax (805)373-9843
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