Why Retinal Imaging (Optomap) Should Be Part of Every Eye Exam
When most people think of an eye exam, they imagine reading letters off a chart. But there’s a lot more to your eye health than just vision. At Vision Care Center in Bellevue, we use Optomap Wide-Field Retinal Imaging — a powerful tool that lets us see inside your eye to detect early signs of disease long before symptoms appear.
And for just $39, this quick, painless image could literally save your sight.
1. What Is Retinal Imaging?
Your retina is the thin layer of tissue lining the back of your eye — it’s responsible for converting light into vision. The problem? It’s also where many serious eye diseases begin, often without any warning.
The Optomap captures an ultra-widefield image (up to 200° of the retina in one shot!) so we can examine parts of the eye that traditional methods might miss — without dilation.
In less than a second, it gives us a high-resolution image of your eye’s health, showing early signs of:
- 👁️ Retinal tears or detachments
- 🩸 Diabetic retinopathy
- 🌫️ Macular degeneration
- ⚡ Glaucoma and optic nerve disease
- ❤️ Even systemic conditions like hypertension
2. Why We Include It in Every Comprehensive Exam
Traditional dilation gives us a limited view and can be uncomfortable. The Optomap goes beyond that, giving a detailed, permanent record we can compare year after year to catch the smallest changes.
At Vision Care Center, we use advanced tech like the Optomap because we believe in preventative eye care, not just vision correction. It’s one more way we deliver the same level of medical precision you’d expect from a high-tech Bellevue practice.
3. How It Works (in Under a Minute)
- You look into the Optomap lens.
- A low-intensity scanning light captures a detailed, panoramic image of your retina.
- We review it together instantly — you can see your own retina on the screen!
No drops, no blurry vision, no downtime.
4. The $39 That Can Save Your Sight
We’ve made Optomap imaging a standard part of our comprehensive eye exams because the benefits are simply too important to skip. Although not typical, some insurances might even pay for the Optomap imaging. Give us a call for an exact quote!
For $39, you get:
- ✅ Ultra-wide digital retinal scan
- ✅ Doctor review during your exam
- ✅ Permanent record for year-to-year comparison
- ✅ Peace of mind knowing your eyes are healthy
That’s less than most people spend on coffee in a week — but it could catch something that protects your vision for life.
5. Why Choose Vision Care Center in Bellevue
Our clinic invests in advanced diagnostic technology because we care about early detection and long-term protection. We don’t rush exams. We use 45-minute appointment slots so every patient gets the attention and explanation they deserve.
When you combine that with our 30+ years of combined experience between Jackie, Erica, and myself, you’re not just getting a routine eye exam — you’re getting a full health evaluation of your eyes.
✅ Bottom Line
Retinal imaging isn’t “just a picture” — it’s a window into your eye health. Whether it’s your first visit or your annual check-up, make sure you’re getting the most thorough exam possible with Optomap Retinal Imaging.
📅 Schedule your comprehensive eye exam today and see why patients across Bellevue trust Vision Care Center for their family’s eye care.
Dr. Jordan Jin
Vision Care Center
14700 NE 8th St, Ste 105
Bellevue, WA 98007
📞 (425) 746-2122