Diabetic Eye Exams

Protect Your Vision – Prevent Diabetic Retinopathy


 Diabetic eye disease is one of the most common causes of vision loss—and it’s largely preventable with regular exams. Whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, we provide the most thorough monitoring possible.

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Components of a Diabetic Eye Exam

Pupil Dilation 

Though optional, we highly recommend it for diabetics. It lets us see the furthest corners of the retina, where dangerous signs like neovascularization or retinal detachment might be hiding.

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

This scan lets us see beneath the surface of your retina and detect fluid or blood leakage in the macula—the #1 cause of diabetes-related vision loss. It’s painless, fast, and highly accurate

Eye Pressure Check 

Severe or uncontrolled diabetes can increase your risk for glaucoma, which causes damage to the optic nerve. We monitor pressure closely to detect early signs.

Optos Ultra Widefield Retinal Imaging 

Even without pupil dilation, Optos gives us an incredible panoramic view of the retina and its blood vessels. Bleeds in the retina are often the first visible sign of systemic diabetes-related damage.

Retinal Photography 

High-resolution images of the macula and optic nerve, the most vision-critical parts of the eye. These photos are stored digitally to monitor change over time and help detect swelling or degeneration.

How Often Should Diabetics Have Eye Exams?

  • Type 1 Diabetes: Start 5 years after diagnosis, then every year
  • Type 2 Diabetes: Start at diagnosis, then every year
  • More frequent exams may be recommended if complications arise