NEW EQUIPMENT – OPTOVUE Optical Coherence Tomographer
OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY
We have just installed two OCT machines in our practices. OCT or Optical Coherence Tomography, is an advanced technology used to examine all parts of the eye, from the cornea (front optical surface) and anterior segment all the way through to the layers of the retina and optic nerve. It is particularly useful for examining the retina and optic nerve, especially in cases of suspect macular degeneration and glaucoma.
An OCT scan is comparable to a MRI or CAT scan for the eyes and can form a three dimensional image allowing the optometrist to see, sometimes for the first time, problems within your eye that could not easily be seen before.
As recently as 10 years ago OCT technology was mainly used in research laboratories, but recent advances in this revolutionary technology have brought it into the forefront of quality eye care. It is used extensively in hospitals but are only available from a few independent optometrists such as ourselves.
The OCT machines are installed at Bournemouth and Poole branches and can be requested at the time of your consultation or as indicated during the examination.
For more information please follow the following links: http://www.optovue.com/ and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optical_tomography
Swarovski COLLECTION – celebrating light.
These have to be seen to be believed – two staff members have already chosen their new spectacles from the range. The new collection features pure lines, slender frames and subtle styling and includes an assortment of styles in metal and acetate with color and clear crystal accents.
Colours including black, blush, brown or crystal and features prisms that recreate the finely chiseled facets of crystal. Other stylish models come in black, gold, acqua and blush and include a strong silhouette that is softened by the Swanflower™ motif on the temple arms. For a more retro look, inspired by the 1950s French Riviera try the more glamorous models. The must-have accessory for the fashion-forward woman, Swarovski sunglasses are an avant-garde addition to the brand’s selection of fashion accessories.
Want to see more? Click here to view the entire sunglass collection.
Children’s Eye Health Campaign 2011
http://www.aop.org.uk/media-centre/campaigns/childrens-eye-campaign/childrens-eye-campaign-2011/
Did you know that up to 1 million children in the UK currently have an undetected vision problem?
Can your child see properly?
Poor eyesight can have a significant effect on children’s ability to learn and on their behaviour – yet often goes unrecognised by teachers, parents and by children themselves. Children may not be aware or may not be able to explain their vision difficulties and – as a parent – you may not notice any problems.
The sooner that vision problems are detected – the better the outcome. Many childhood eye conditions, such as lazy eye and squint, can be treated if they are picked up early – as the eye and visual system are actively developing during the school years. If vision problems are identified and treated, it can make a difference that lasts a lifetime.
For more information on the campaign please see the AOP website
New premises for Poole branch
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