Voyager™ DSLT
MidWest Eye Center is proud to offer Voyager DSLT (Direct Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty), a new treatment option for glaucoma patients. Dr. Dixon is the first surgeon in Cincinnati to provide this innovative laser treatment, giving our patients access to the latest advances in glaucoma care.
What is Voyager DSLT?
Glaucoma remains one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, affecting millions of people through elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) that damages the optic nerve over time. Traditionally, treatment has relied heavily on daily eye drops as the first line of defense, followed by laser procedures and surgical interventions as the condition progresses.
The Voyager DSLT system offers an effective alternative that can serve as a primary intervention rather than a secondary option.
How Does Voyager DSLT Work?
Voyager DSLT is a laser treatment for glaucoma that helps reduce intraocular pressure. The device works by targeting your eye’s natural drainage system, which manages the fluid flow out of your eye.
When this drainage system doesn’t work well, eye pressure increases and can cause permanent damage to your vision. During treatment with the Voyager DSLT, the laser automatically delivers 120 carefully controlled pulses to this drainage area, helping the fluid drain better.
What makes this system special is how easy it is to use compared to older laser treatments. Traditional procedures require doctors to use special lenses and complicated positioning to reach the right spot in your eye.
The Voyager system can access your eye’s drainage system directly through the clear outer part of your eye, known as the cornea, making the treatment much simpler and more straightforward for both you and your doctor.
The treatment works by encouraging your body’s own healing mechanisms to improve how fluid flows out of your eye. This natural response helps restore your eye’s ability to regulate pressure on its own, giving you long-lasting results.
Instead of relying on daily eye drops to manage pressure, the laser treatment helps your eye’s drainage system work better naturally, reducing the need for ongoing medication while providing sustained pressure reduction.
Is Treatment With the Voyager DSLT Right For Me?
Voyager DSLT may be an excellent treatment option if you have been diagnosed with glaucoma. This innovative laser treatment is particularly well-suited for patients who want to reduce their dependence on medications while maintaining effective pressure control.
Ideal candidates for Voyager DSLT include patients with open-angle glaucoma who are seeking a first-line treatment option, those experiencing challenges with eye drop compliance or side effects.
During your consultation at MidWest Eye Center, Dr. Dixon will evaluate your specific condition, discuss your treatment goals, and determine whether Voyager DSLT might be a good option for you. Factors such as your eye pressure levels, current medications, lifestyle preferences, and overall eye health will all be considered in making this important decision.
Take the Next Step in Your Glaucoma Care
With Voyager DSLT, you now have access to a revolutionary treatment that can reduce your reliance on daily medications while effectively managing your eye pressure. As the only practice in Cincinnati offering this cutting-edge technology, MidWest Eye Center is uniquely positioned to help you explore this innovative first-line treatment option.
Dr. Dixon and our experienced team understand that every patient’s glaucoma journey is unique. That’s why we take the time to thoroughly evaluate your condition and work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your lifestyle and goals.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or looking for alternatives to your current treatment regimen, Voyager DSLT could be the solution you’ve been searching for.
Ready to learn if Voyager DSLT is right for you? Schedule your consultation at MidWest Eye Center in Cincinnati, OH, today!
For more information on the Voyager™ DSLT, please click the link to visit Alcon’s website: https://www.myalcon.com/professional/glaucoma/voyager-dslt/
