Technology

The Optos optomap is an advanced digital imaging technology that captures an ultra-widefield, 200-degree panoramic view of the retina (roughly 82% of the eye's interior) in less than a second.

At Harbor Eyecare Center, it is used as a fast, comfortable screening tool during eye exams to screen for early signs of vision-threatening conditions such as retinal tears, glaucoma, and macular degeneration as well as systemic health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure, often without the need for dilating drops. Every image becomes a permanent part of the patient's record, allowing doctors to precisely track subtle changes in eye health year over year.

The OCULUS Keratograph 5M is an advanced corneal topographer and digital imaging system. It is explicitly designed for highly accurate diagnosis of corneal conditions and the staging and tracking of Dry Eye Syndrome.

At Harbor Eyecare Center, this advanced technology is the foundation of the Dry Eye Clinic. It takes the guesswork out of dry eye treatment by providing a non-invasive, objective "Crystal Tear Report" that analyzes the specific root causes of a patient's discomfort.

The Topcon Maestro2 OCT is a fully automated, robotic imaging system that acts like an ultrasound for the eye using safe light waves to capture microscopic, 3D cross-sections of the eye's internal tissue layers alongside high-resolution color photographs.

At Harbor Eyecare Center, this technology is used to peer beneath the surface of the retina to detect and manage vision-threatening conditions at their absolute earliest stages. It allows our doctors to precisely track sub-surface fluid changes in macular degeneration and diabetes, utilizing the advanced Hood Report to catch microscopic tissue thinning from glaucoma years before vision loss occurs. It also measures the front structures of the eye to analyze narrow-angle risks and assure proper fit of scleral contact lenses.

The TempSure Envi is a non-invasive radiofrequency (RF) treatment designed to target Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), the leading root cause of chronic dry eye. The device delivers controlled, therapeutic energy to the eyelids creating internal heat that feels much like a warm stone massage. This safely liquefies hardened oils blocking the eyelid glands.

At Harbor Eyecare Center, our specialized dry eye team uses TempSure Envi to clear these obstructions, restoring the natural oil flow necessary to stop tears from evaporating too quickly. This treatment calms chronic eyelid inflammation and stabilizes the tear film for long-lasting relief. As an added cosmetic benefit, the RF energy simultaneously stimulates new collagen production, naturally tightening the delicate skin and smoothing fine lines around the eyes.

The Optikam is an advanced, iPad-based digital facial measurement system that replaces traditional manual tools with electronic precision. Using a specialized camera and a temporary frame clip, it captures high-resolution images to calculate your exact optical metrics in less than a minute.

At Harbor Eyecare Center, our optical team uses Optikam to map exactly how a frame sits on your unique face. It records ten critical measurements simultaneously including pupillary distance, frame tilt, wrap, and the distance from the lens to your eye while you maintain a natural posture.

​​​​​​​By capturing these precise "as-worn" measurements, Harbor Eyecare Center can custom-carve your prescription into the absolute sweet spot of your lenses. This technology is especially crucial for progressive (no-line bifocal), prism and high-prescription wearers, eliminating peripheral distortion, reducing eyestrain, and ensuring your new glasses feel perfectly natural from the moment you pick them up.