Columbia, S.C, April 20, 2021 - Glaucoma is a set of serious, debilitating eye illnesses that can lead to blindness. It is most often caused by a buildup of pressure in the eye. Common forms of glaucoma are recognized as slow, prolonged vision loss. While being newly diagnosed with any form of glaucoma is scary and disheartening, The Eye Center in Columbia, SC, will help you with the next steps on the journey to better vision.

The most common surgical treatment for glaucoma is Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty. While the procedure sounds overwhelming, the doctors at The Eye Center are prepared to help you. The procedure entails a laser stimulating the back of the eye, in order to create a biochemical change. This change is exactly what can give vision back to a suffering patient.

While the effects are not lifelong, they can last up to five years in some glaucoma patients. It can take up to four months for the effects of the procedure to be significant. However, during this time, it is important that the patient continues to take their glaucoma medication as well as their specially-designed eye drops. Blurred vision is not uncommon up to 24 hours after the procedure.

The surgery has been approved by the FDA for 20 years, having been approved in 2001. The surgery is very low risk, and since the laser energy used is so low level, the procedure can be repeated multiple times if needed. It also will not have any effect on any other eye procedures the patient may need to have. If you are going to receive treatment for glaucoma in Columbia, SC, consider The Eye Center. The center provides the latest in procedures and treatment, helping patients experience improved vision. The center can provide effective, reasonably priced treatment, all while making you feel as comfortable as possible.

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The Eye Center is the leading refractive practice in South Carolina, providing full service eye care and specializing in Refractive Surgery – Lasik, AST, PRK, PRELEX, as well as Corneal Transplant and Cataract Surgery.

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