Retinal check in Frankfurt: Your protective shield for clear vision

A retinal check at our Frankfurt practice is the most important preventative examination to ensure the health of the most sensitive part of your eye. The retina is your window to the world, and many serious diseases that threaten it develop gradually and without early warning signs. At the ophthalmology practice of Dr. Mareen Schmidt in the Westend district, a careful and precise examination is standard practice. Retina check the basis for detecting diseases such as macular degeneration, damage caused by diabetes or precursors of retinal detachment in time and protecting your eyesight.

Retinal check: Why regular monitoring is so crucial

A regular Retina check Early detection is crucial because the retina itself lacks pain fibers. Pathological processes such as small hemorrhages, deposits, or incipient tears do not cause pain in their initial stages. Symptoms like vision loss often only appear once significant and sometimes irreversible damage has already occurred. Early detection by a specialized ophthalmologist is therefore the only way to prevent these "silent" diseases. A thorough examination Retina check gives you the assurance that everything is alright, or the valuable opportunity to begin necessary treatment early and with the best chances of success.

Modern retinal check without wide-angle drops: Wide-angle photography

The traditional examination of the fundus required dilating the pupils with medication. This process has significant drawbacks: hours of glare sensitivity and the inability to drive. At our Frankfurt practice, we offer you a comfortable and highly precise alternative. The modern Retina check In most cases, we use ultra-wide-angle scanning technology. This non-contact method creates a digital panoramic image in seconds, depicting up to 80% of your retina in a single, high-resolution image.

Your advantages at a glance:

• No driving ban: You will be fully fit to drive immediately after the examination.
• No glare: Their daily lives will not be affected by hours of light sensitivity.
• Highest precision: The digital image allows for precise analysis and is stored for future comparisons.
• Speed and comfort: The recording itself only takes a few seconds and is completely painless.

A comprehensive retinal check: What exactly we examine

A Retina check At Dr. Mareen Schmidt's practice, a multi-stage process aims to obtain a complete picture of your eye health. We combine state-of-the-art technology with the experience of a retinal specialist.

1. Medical history: We will discuss your vision problems, risk factors such as nearsightedness or diabetes, and your family history.
2. Wide-angle photography: As a basis, we create a high-resolution panoramic image of your retina.
3. Medical assessment: Dr. med. Mareen Schmidt analyzes the digital image and additionally examines the optic nerve head, the blood vessels and the macula with the slit lamp microscope.
4. Optical coherence tomography (OCT): If needed or in response to specific questions, we create a micrometer-precise cross-sectional image of the macula. This is crucial for detecting the earliest signs of macular degeneration or swelling.

What a retinal check can reveal: An overview

A careful Retina check It can detect a wide range of potentially vision-threatening diseases at an early, treatable stage. The following table provides an overview.

Frequently asked questions about the retina check

Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about the Retina check in our Frankfurt practice.

How often should I have a retinal check performed?

We recommend regular Retina check As part of your general eye examination. For healthy adults without risk factors, an interval of two years is often sufficient. If risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or high myopia are present, annual checkups are strongly recommended to ensure proper monitoring of the retina.

Is the retinal check painful?

No, the Retina check It is completely painless. Modern wide-angle photography and OCT examinations are entirely contactless. You sit comfortably in front of the equipment and only need to look at a fixation light for a few seconds. Our gentle approach, based on the 5 S method, ensures that your examination is as comfortable as possible.

What is the difference compared to an examination at an optician?

An optician can take a first look at the central fundus, but lacks the medical training and technical equipment for a comprehensive assessment. A reliable Retina check, Eye examinations, particularly of the periphery, and the diagnosis of diseases are purely medical services. Only an ophthalmologist can make a medically sound diagnosis and initiate treatment.

Why is a retinal check so important for nearsightedness?

In nearsighted people, the eyeball is longer, which leads to a stretching of the retina. This increases the risk of developing thin spots, holes, or tears in the peripheral retina. Retina check It is therefore an ideal method for preventative care in cases of high myopia, as it can display these vulnerable peripheral areas excellently.

Do I really no longer need to have IV drips?

In the vast majority of cases, our modern wide-angle technology enables a comprehensive Retina check without the use of pupil-dilating drops. Only in very specific medical cases, with an extremely small pupil, or if laser treatment is planned, might additional dilating drops be necessary. For most routine check-ups, however, you can immediately resume your normal activities.

What happens if something is found during the retinal examination?

A conspicuous finding in a Retina check Early detection is not a cause for panic, but rather your greatest opportunity. It allows us to act in time. A retinal hole can be secured with a short laser procedure, incipient diabetic retinopathy can be treated, and wet AMD can be halted with intravitreal injections. Early detection is key to preserving your eyesight.

What exactly is an OCT scan?

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a crucial additional procedure in Retina check. You can think of it as an "ultrasound with light," allowing us to view a high-resolution cross-section of your retina. This enables us to assess the individual retinal layers and visualize fluid accumulation or subtle changes that would remain hidden when simply viewing the retina from above.

Can the retinal check also detect glaucoma?

Yes, indirectly. The high-resolution recording at Retina check It also provides a very detailed image of the optic nerve head. An experienced ophthalmologist like Dr. Mareen Schmidt can already detect early signs of glaucomatous damage here. However, for a complete glaucoma diagnosis, additional measurements such as intraocular pressure and a separate OCT scan of the optic nerve are necessary.

Why should I have my retinal check done by a specialist?

As an experienced retinal specialist, Dr. Mareen Schmidt possesses particular expertise in interpreting retinal findings. She can reliably distinguish harmless age-related changes from pathological processes and is familiar with the entire spectrum of modern therapies. Retina check Consulting a specialist gives you the assurance of an assessment at the highest professional level.

Your window to the world deserves the best care.

The Retina check It's a simple, quick, and painless examination with tremendous preventative benefits. It's the best insurance for preserving your eyesight in the long term. Take advantage of modern, comfortable diagnostics at our Frankfurt practice. Schedule an appointment for your comprehensive and thorough preventative eye exam today.