Digital Retinal Imaging combines the technology of retinal photography and computerized digital imaging to produce remarkably clear images of the back of your eye as shown in this image.
The retinal exam is pain-free and takes a minimal amount of time to perform. The Retinal Exam as part of a comprehensive eye exam allows ones eye care professional to identify abnormalities that could indicate the onset of a number of diseases that can be detected first in the retina. In these cases, patients typically do not experience any discomfort or outward symptoms.