What Is DSLT?
Direct selective Laser trabeculoplasty is a faster, more comfortable laser treatment giving patients an effective way to manage eye pressure without relying solely on prescription eye drops. This non-contact option lowers intraocular pressure by targeting the trabecular meshwork, the eye’s natural drainage system, without the handheld lens required for traditional SLT. Instead, an automated, image-guided system aims the laser through the cornea directly to the tissue that needs treatment. It’s used to treat both open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
How Does DSLT Work?
The procedure takes only seconds per eye and requires no incisions or implants. Because the system is automated, treatment is faster and more comfortable than conventional SLT, with less setup time in the chair.
- The eye doctor will position you in front of the DSLT device, either sitting or standing, and gently keep the eyelids open.
- The system’s image-guided technology automatically locates the treatment area on the trabecular meshwork.
- A series of laser pulses is delivered in a precise, automated pattern, taking only 2.4 seconds per eye.
- Because no lens is placed directly on the eye, most patients report little to no discomfort during treatment.
- Patients can resume normal activities the same day, with no downtime required.
Who Can Benefit From DSLT?
If you’re looking for a treatment that fits into a busy schedule, DSLT may be right for you. During a consultation, the eye doctors at Fichte, Endl & Elmer Eyecare review eye pressure levels, medical history, and current treatment plans to determine whether DSLT is the right fit and whether it can be combined with other glaucoma management options for the best long-term results.
Ready to explore options beyond eye drops? Call 1-800-309-2020 to schedule an appointment for a DSLT Laser evaluation at Fichte, Endl & Elmer Eyecare in Buffalo, NY, today!
