Optomap Eye Exams in Phoenix, AZ

What Is an Optomap Retinal Scan?

The Optomap is a revolutionary, non-invasive retinal imaging system that provides your optometrist with an ultra-widefield view of your retina — the light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye. In a single, painless scan, the Optomap captures over 80% of your retina in one panoramic image, far more than traditional retinal examination methods.

This comprehensive view allows your doctor at Arizona's Vision to quickly identify and monitor any areas of concern, helping to detect eye diseases and systemic health conditions at their earliest, most treatable stages.

How the Optomap Works

The Optomap process is fast, easy, and comfortable:

• You simply look into the Optomap device — the scan takes less than a second
• No bright lights, no discomfort, and no need to touch your eye
• The scan produces a high-resolution, full-color panoramic image of your retina
• Your doctor reviews the image with you, explaining what they see in real time
• Images are stored for future comparison, enabling your doctor to track changes over time

What Can Optomap Detect?

The wide-field retinal scan helps our Phoenix optometrists detect and monitor a wide range of conditions:

• Glaucoma — elevated intraocular pressure and optic nerve changes
• Diabetic retinopathy — retinal blood vessel changes caused by diabetes
• Macular degeneration — deterioration of the central retina
• Retinal detachments and tears — often asymptomatic until severe
• Hypertensive retinopathy — damage caused by high blood pressure
• Choroidal nevi and melanoma — pigmented lesions requiring monitoring
• Peripheral retinal conditions that standard exams may miss

Why Choose Optomap at Arizona's Vision?

• More comprehensive — captures over 80% of the retina vs. 15% with standard methods
• Often replaces dilation — saving you the inconvenience of blurry vision and light sensitivity for hours
• Fast and comfortable — the scan takes less than a second with no discomfort
• Documented record — digital images stored for year-over-year comparison
• Suitable for all ages — even young children can benefit from Optomap imaging