SLT

SLT only takes between five to ten minutes to complete. A laser is applied to the front of your eye to increase the amount of fluid drained from your eye, which in turn lowers eye pressure.

Step 1: Anaesthetic
Our surgeon will give you anaesthetic eye drops

Step 2: Start of the procedure
Once that has taken effect, a special lens will be put on your eye. This will help focus the laser and stop you from blinking. A clear gel is placed between the special lens and your eye, to protect the surface of your eye.

Step 3: During the procedure
Gentle pulses of light are delivered to your eye by a specialised microscope. You may see flashes of light or hear clicking sounds at this point.

Step 4: After the procedure
Your surgeon will remove the special lens from your eye. With treatment complete, you’ll be given anti-inflammatory eye drops to help your eyes settle quickly.