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HAWTHORN EYE CLINIC

Advanced eye imaging and diagnostic technology to help accurately assess, diagnose, and monitor a wide range of eye conditions.

CLINICAL EQUIPMENT

A PATIENT’S GUIDE

Our ophthalmologists take the time to explain each diagnosis in clear, simple terms and discuss all available treatment options. We encourage questions, so you can make educated decisions about your eye care treatment with confidence.

All the specialists use cutting edge, proven technology and strive to provide you with high quality care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Visit our frequently asked questions section to find answers to common questions about lazy eye and squints including:

  • Why do my eyes constantly water?

  • Can dry eyes cause watery eyes?

  • Why is only one eye watering?

  • Are watery eye a serious condition?

  • Do watery eyes require surgery?

  • How much does surgery cost?

  • Can lazy watery eye return after treatment?

  • How long until I can undertake everyday activities after surgery?

A-Scan & IOL Master Biometry

Before cataract surgery, precise measurements of the eye are needed to determine the correct strength of the replacement lens (intraocular lens or IOL).

The IOL Master uses gentle laser technology to accurately measure the length and shape of the eye without touching it. In some cases, an ultrasound scan (A-Scan) may also be used. These measurements help your ophthalmologist select the lens best suited to provide clear vision after surgery.

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

An OCT scan is a painless imaging test that provides highly detailed cross-sectional images of the back of the eye, including the retina and optic nerve.

This technology helps detect and monitor eye conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and other retinal problems — often before symptoms become noticeable.

 

Pachymetry

Pachymetry is a simple test used to measure the thickness of the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye).

Corneal thickness can influence eye pressure readings and is particularly important when assessing or monitoring glaucoma risk.

Ocular Photography

High-resolution photographs of the inside and outside of the eye help us monitor eye health over time.

Retinal photography captures detailed images of the back of the eye and can help detect or track conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration.

External eye photography may also be used to assess changes affecting the cornea, iris, eyelids, or surrounding structures.

cataract diagnosis

Fundus Fluorescein Angiography (FFA)

A fluorescein angiogram is a specialised test used to examine blood flow at the back of the eye.

A fluorescent dye is gently injected into a vein in the arm, and a series of photographs are taken as the dye travels through the eye’s blood vessels. This test can help detect leakage, blockages, or abnormal blood vessels associated with retinal diseases.

This specialised testing is conveniently available at our affiliated clinic, Doncaster Eye Centre.

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Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)

SLT is a gentle laser treatment used to help lower eye pressure in patients with glaucoma.

The procedure is quick, painless, and uses low-energy laser pulses to improve the eye’s natural drainage system, helping reduce pressure and protect vision.

Laser Peripheral Iridotomy

Laser Peripheral Iridotomy is a treatment used to prevent or manage certain types of glaucoma caused by fluid build-up inside the eye.

A laser is used to create a tiny opening in the iris (the coloured part of the eye), allowing fluid to flow more freely and helping reduce dangerously high eye pressure.

Retinal Laser Treatment

Retinal laser treatment may be recommended for conditions such as diabetic eye disease, retinal tears, or certain macular problems.

The laser works by sealing leaking blood vessels or strengthening areas of the retina to help prevent further damage and preserve vision.

cataract diagnosis

YAG Laser Capsulotomy

After cataract surgery, some people develop a cloudy film behind the replacement lens, causing blurred or hazy vision.

A YAG laser capsulotomy is a quick, painless laser procedure used to restore clear vision by creating an opening in the cloudy membrane, allowing light to pass through normally again.

 

Pentacam

The Pentacam is an advanced imaging system that creates a detailed 3D map of the cornea.

It helps assess the shape and thickness of the front of the eye and is commonly used to diagnose and monitor corneal conditions, as well as plan for cataract surgery and laser vision correction procedures.

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