Glaucoma: Prevention And Treatment

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes for blindness in individuals over the age of 60. Many different forms of glaucoma have little to no warning signs. It is imperative to have annual eye exams, as you may not notice changes in your vision until it is too late. Vision loss from glaucoma cannot be recovered. Annual eye exams can help detect glaucoma early, resulting in early glaucoma treatment that can slow or prevent vision loss.

What Is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a condition in which the fluid that normally drains out of the eye cannot flow properly. This builds pressure in the eye and damages the sensitive optic nerve. When the optic nerve is damaged, blind spots will develop in your field of vision.

Treatments for Glaucoma

Unfortunately, glaucoma is not a disease that can be cured. That is why it’s crucial to check your eyes often as you age for the warning signs of glaucoma. Our board-certified ophthalmologists at Advanced Eye Care Center are able to effectively treat this condition. Utilizing medications, intraocular pressure monitoring, and surgical intervention with Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) as needed, Advanced Eye Care Center is well equipped for proper glaucoma treatment.

At Advanced Eye Care Center Denton, We Are Here to Help You!

Managing glaucoma is a lifelong process, but our compassionate doctors and staff will be here to support and guide you every step of the way. We value your eye health and take this condition seriously. Together, we can create a treatment plan that is right for you.