The Pentacam test is a very advanced test used to image the cornea, the transparent front part of the eye. It is used to create a three-dimensional topographic map of the corneal surface, its thickness, curvature, and provides a complete analysis of the cornea. This information can be used to diagnose a variety of corneal and eye diseases.
Pentacam imaging is a non-invasive procedure that does not require any contact with the eye; it takes only a few minutes. During the Pentacam test, you will be asked to sit in front of a special device. A bright light will be shone into your eyes, and you will be asked to focus on a target. The device will then scan your cornea and create three-dimensional images of it.
The Pentacam test is performed at Eye See Center with the latest OCULUS Pentacam device, which is known for its high precision and speed. This device provides highly accurate and important information, such as the external and internal topography of the cornea. It also provides a map of the corneal thickness, and very precise information about any irregularities in the cornea that cannot be seen with the naked eye. The device allows for extremely accurate comparison between new and previous tests with unprecedented precision, providing a wealth of information that was not available with older devices.
Uses of Pentacam Imaging
- Assessing corneal health before performing vision correction surgeries such as LASIK and its different types
- Before and after corneal transplant
- Before implanting lenses for vision correction
- Before inserting corneal rings
- Glaucoma
- Keratoconus, helping in the early detection of keratoconus for many patients and monitoring its progression
- Astigmatism, a condition where the cornea is unevenly curved in different directions
- Accurately measuring the depth of the anterior chamber of the eye
