What Is Pentacam Corneal Mapping?
Pentacam Corneal Mapping is an advanced diagnostic imaging system that creates a detailed 3D map of the cornea — the clear front surface of the eye. Using rotating Scheimpflug camera technology, it captures tens of thousands of data points to precisely measure corneal shape, thickness, elevation, and curvature. This gives our specialists a comprehensive view of your cornea’s structure, crucial for diagnosing and managing keratoconus as well as planning specialty lens designs.
Keratoconus causes irregular corneal thinning and steepening, and these changes are often subtle early on. Pentacam imaging can detect these irregularities before subjective symptoms appear, making it one of the most effective tools for early diagnosis and monitoring keratoconus progression.
Why It Matters
Pentacam Corneal Mapping provides critical information that cannot be obtained from a standard eye exam:
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Maps corneal curvature and elevation in 3D
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Shows corneal thickness (pachymetry) across the entire surface
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Detects early keratoconus before vision loss occurs
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Measures asymmetry and progression over time
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Guides design of advanced contact lenses that vault and correct irregular optics
This level of detail allows our specialists to produce precise diagnostics and customize treatment plans that wouldn’t be possible with basic technology.
How the Exam Works
During Pentacam Corneal Mapping:
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A quick, non-contact scan is performed.
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The machine rotates around the eye to capture a full 3D dataset.
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Your doctor reviews corneal shape, elevation, thinnest point, steepness, and patterns of distortion.
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This data supports both diagnosis and decisions about specialty lenses or other treatments.
Total scan time is typically less than a minute and is painless for patients.
Who Should Get Pentacam Mapping?
Pentacam Corneal Mapping is especially valuable for:
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Patients with suspected keratoconus
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People with fluctuating vision not explained by glasses
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Contact lens wearers with discomfort or poor vision
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Individuals considering advanced treatments like scleral lenses or cross-linking
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