DSLT

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma refers to a group of diseases that damage the optic nerve and can result in vision loss or blindness. This damage is often caused by abnormally high pressure in your eye and is one of the leading causes of blindness in people over the age of 60.

What is DSLT?

For a fast and comfortable way to manage eye pressure, we offer Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (DSLT). This next-generation treatment is the first automated, non-contact laser therapy designed to lower intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Unlike traditional laser treatments that require a lens to touch the eye, the Voyager™ DSLT system uses advanced image-guided technology to deliver precise laser energy through the outer eye in just seconds. By stimulating the eye’s natural drainage system—the trabecular meshwork—DSLT helps restore fluid outflow and reduces the need for daily eye drops. The DSLT even has a sophisticated eye-tracking feature that ensures the laser is perfectly aligned, even if your eye moves during the procedure.

Who may benefit from DSLT?

For those struggling with prescription eye drops, whether its forgetting to use them, or struggle to get the drops in the eye, DSLT can be an excellent option! It can also benefit individuals who prefer a low maintenance approach to glaucoma care or who are simply looking for a gentler laser option compared to older technologies.

During your exam, the doctor will examine intraocular eye pressure, optic nerve health, and the overall anatomy of the eye(s) to determine whether DSLT may be recommended or not. Even if DSLT may not be the best route of action, the examination will help identify other medical or surgical options that may be a better alternative.

What are the key advantages of DSLT?