In-Depth 3D Eye Scan (OCT)
Seeing Beyond the Surface
The Gold Standard in Preventative Eye Care A standard eye examination is excellent for checking your vision and the surface of your eye. However, many eye conditions begin deep beneath the surface, where they cannot be seen with traditional equipment.
At Millican Opticians, we offer Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)—a hospital-grade 3D scan that allows us to see the microscopic layers of your retina. Think of it as an “ultrasound” for the eye, providing us with a definitive map of your ocular health.
Early Detection Saves Sight
Because an OCT scan can detect changes years before they affect your vision, it is the most powerful tool we have for managing your long-term eye health. We highly recommend this scan for:
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Glaucoma Detection: Identifying microscopic thinning of the nerve fibers long before permanent sight loss occurs.
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Macular Degeneration (AMD): Monitoring for subtle changes or fluid leakage that require urgent specialist treatment.
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Diabetes Monitoring: Detecting early signs of diabetic retinopathy that a standard photograph might miss.
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Peace of Mind: Creating a “baseline” digital record of your eye health that we can compare year after year.
Quick, Painless, and Non-Invasive
The scan itself is completely non-invasive. You simply lean your chin on a rest, look at a target light, and within seconds, the software captures a high-definition 3D image.
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Time: The scan takes less than 2 minutes.
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Comfort: Nothing touches your eye, and no drops are required for most patients.
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Results: Your optometrist will go through the 3D images with you immediately, explaining exactly what we see.
Add an OCT Scan to Your Appointment
The 3D OCT Scan is available as an advanced upgrade to both our NHS and Private eye examinations.
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OCT Advanced Scan Fee: £25.00
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Location: Available at both our Moreton and Prescot practices.
How to Book: As we tailor our clinic times to provide the most thorough care, we do not use an on-line booking system. Please call our friendly coordination team to schedule your advanced eye exam.