What is Corneal Topography?

A healthy, normal cornea has even curvatures and a smooth surface. A corneal topography scan provides information pertaining to the curvature of the front of the eye. Any curvature or surface abnormalities can be detected with corneal topography technology. This technology allows for appropriate diagnosis of various diseases, including keratoconus.

 

Corneal Topography may be used for several reasons, including the following:

 

• Diagnosing, monitoring and treating eye conditions involving the cornea (ie keratoconus)
• Evaluating corneal injuries or deformities
• Preparing for eye surgery and monitoring postoperative ocular health
• Measuring corneal curvature (for astigmatism) and corneal depth
• Data acquisition when designing custom contact lenses such as scleral lenses and ortho-k lenses

 

Conditions identified using corneal topography:

 

 

• Corneal trauma, or scarring near the cornea that can result in a change in shape
• Astigmatism, especially after corneal transplant surgery (keratoplasty)
• Keratoconus (detecting early signs of the disease and monitoring progression)

 

 

If you are interested in being evaluated using this technology, feel free to contact NJ Vision and Dry Eye Center in Old Bridge on 732–727-7450