At Southwestern Eye Center, we offer a modern glaucoma treatment option, Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), which focuses on preserving your vision with the least invasive approach possible.
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) is a proven laser treatment for reducing intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It works by targeting the eye’s drainage system to improve fluid outflow and lower pressure.
SLT is performed using a specialized laser and a contact lens placed on the eye. The laser stimulates natural biological changes that help fluid drain more efficiently.
SLT is gentle on the eye and is often recommended for patients with mild to moderate glaucoma. In some cases, as an early alternative to daily medications, long-term medication use, or more invasive procedures, SLT offers several important advantages:
If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma or are concerned about your eye pressure, early treatment is critical. Schedule an eye exam today and take the next step toward protecting your vision.
Glaucoma is typically treated with eye drops, laser therapy, or surgery. SLT offers a middle-ground option that can reduce reliance on medications without moving directly to surgery.
For many patients, SLT provides effective pressure control without the burden of daily drops.
For many patients, SLT provides effective pressure control without the burden of daily drops.
SLT offers a simple, effective way to lower eye pressure without the burden of daily drops or the risks of surgery. If your glaucoma is progressing or your current treatment isn’t working as well as it should, SLT may be the next step.
SLT is a laser treatment that lowers eye pressure by improving fluid drainage in the eye’s natural outflow system.
Both treatments use laser energy to lower pressure, but SLT requires a contact lens placed on the eye, while DSLT is non-contact and automated.
SLT offers:
SLT is commonly recommended for patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension, especially if drops are not effective or difficult to maintain.
Many patients reduce their need for drops after SLT. Some may stop drops entirely, while others may still need them at a lower frequency.
Recovery is typically quick. Most patients return to normal activities the same day with little discomfort.
Yes. SLT is a well-established and safe glaucoma treatment with a strong track record.
You may want to consider SLT if:
Schedule a glaucoma evaluation at Southwestern Eye Center. Your doctor will determine if SLT is right for you.
