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What Is Dropless Glaucoma Therapy?
- Posted on: Feb 15 2025
If you have glaucoma, managing the condition often involves daily eye drops to control intraocular pressure (IOP). At Galiani Ophthalmology Associates in Doylestown, PA, Dr. David Galiani offers an advanced alternative to daily drops: Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), also known as dropless glaucoma therapy.
As a board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive experience in glaucoma treatment, Dr. Galiani is dedicated to providing the most convenient, comfortable, and effective glaucoma care, and SLT ranks high in all of those areas.
How Does Dropless Glaucoma Therapy Work?
SLT is a laser treatment to lower eye pressure in people with glaucoma. It works by targeting the drainage system inside your eye.
The laser delivers precise pulses of low-energy light, zeroing in on the pigment in the targeted cells of your eye. This triggers a natural healing and restorative response. As the cells rebuild, your eye’s drainage improves, reducing intraocular pressure and restoring balance.
Unlike daily drops, SLT doesn’t require you to remember a medication routine. Dr. Galiani performs it here in the office, with no downtime needed.
Benefits of SLT
SLT can lower IOP by up to 30% if used as the first approach for glaucoma. This is comparable to the effectiveness of using eye drops from the start. Patients already using glaucoma eye drops may also benefit from SLT too: Many can reduce their daily drops or even quit using them altogether.
SLT offers many advantages over traditional daily drops, including:
- Quick, non-invasive procedure
- Minimal discomfort during treatment
- Long-lasting results, often up to several years
- Safe for a wide range of glaucoma patients
These benefits make SLT an appealing choice for those seeking an alternative to the daily maintenance of glaucoma drops.
Is SLT Right for You?
If managing your glaucoma with daily drops feels overwhelming or inconvenient, SLT might be the right solution for you.
It’s a safe and effective treatment that works well for many types of glaucoma and can complement other therapies. During a consultation, Dr. Galiani will evaluate your condition and determine whether SLT is the best option for your needs.
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty in Doylestown, PA
SLT provides a proven method to manage glaucoma while reducing your dependency on daily eye drops. Success rates are high, with about three-quarters of patients enjoying significant freedom from eye drops.
If you want to join them, call our office at 215-345-5144 in Doylestown, PA, to book your consultation and learn more about SLT as part of your glaucoma treatment plan.
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