Glaucoma can damage the optic nerve when eye pressure rises. Early treatment helps protect vision and slow progression. At Milwaukee Eye Surgeons in Brookfield, Dr. Kenneth Weinlander provides modern glaucoma care, including advanced laser procedures performed in the practice’s in-office surgical suite.
Office-based laser procedures help improve fluid drainage inside the eye and lower pressure without traditional surgery. These minimally invasive treatments allow many patients to receive affordable, effective care in a comfortable clinical setting.
How Laser Glaucoma Treatment Works
Glaucoma often develops when fluid inside the eye cannot drain properly. As fluid builds up, pressure increases and can damage the optic nerve over time. Laser treatment targets structures in the eye that influence fluid movement.
Two common laser procedures used in glaucoma care include trabeculoplasty and iridotomy. Each addresses a different type of pressure problem within the eye.
Laser Trabeculoplasty
Laser trabeculoplasty treats open-angle glaucoma by improving drainage through the trabecular meshwork, the eye’s natural drainage system. During the procedure, the laser stimulates this tissue, allowing fluid to leave the eye more efficiently.
By improving drainage, trabeculoplasty helps lower eye pressure and protect the optic nerve. Some patients continue using glaucoma medications after treatment, while others may reduce their reliance on drops depending on their response.
Laser Iridotomy
Laser iridotomy treats angle-closure glaucoma or eyes at risk for this condition. In these cases, fluid circulation becomes restricted because the iris blocks the drainage angle.
During iridotomy, the laser creates a small opening in the iris. This opening allows fluid to move more freely between the eye’s chambers and helps reduce pressure buildup.
Benefits of Office-Based Laser Procedures
Performing laser glaucoma treatment in an in-office surgical suite allows patients to receive advanced care without traveling to a hospital or surgery center. These minimally invasive procedures typically involve straightforward recovery, and many patients resume normal activities shortly afterward.
Advanced Eye Care in Brookfield
Modern glaucoma care focuses on preserving vision while offering treatment options tailored to each patient’s condition and lifestyle. At Milwaukee Eye Surgeons, laser procedures provide effective ways to manage eye pressure and slow disease progression for patients in Brookfield, Waukesha, and Menomonee Falls. If you have glaucoma, call 414-377-5550 to schedule an evaluation at Milwaukee Eye Surgeons and learn how we can help.
