Treatments
Refraction
Prescription Glasses/Contact Lenses: Corrective lenses are prescribed to improve vision by compensating for refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, or presbyopia.
Phoropter Examination: The optometrist or ophthalmologist uses a phoropter to determine the most accurate prescription by testing different lens combinations.
Visual Acuity Testing: Involves reading an eye chart to assess the sharpness of vision and identify any issues that may affect clarity.
Cataract Surgery
Phacoemulsification: Ultrasonic waves are used to break up the cloudy lens, which is then suctioned out, and an artificial intraocular lens (IOL) is implanted to restore clear vision.
Extracapsular Cataract Extraction (ECCE): The entire cloudy lens is removed intact, and an IOL is implanted in its place.
Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery (LACS): Laser technology assists in various stages of cataract surgery for increased precision and improved outcomes.
Oculoplastic Surgeries
Ptosis Repair: Surgical correction of drooping eyelids, often involving repositioning or tightening of the levator muscle.
Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR): Creation of a new tear drainage pathway to alleviate blockages or obstructions in the nasolacrimal system.
Eyelid Trauma Repair: Reconstruction of eyelid injuries, which may involve sutures, grafts, or flaps to restore both function and aesthetics.
Medical Retina
Intravitreal Injections: Medications, such as anti-VEGF agents or steroids, are injected directly into the vitreous cavity to treat conditions like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
Laser Photocoagulation: The application of laser beams to seal abnormal blood vessels or treat retinal conditions by inducing controlled damage.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Imaging technique providing detailed cross-sectional images of the retina, aiding in diagnosis and monitoring of retinal diseases.
Glaucoma Evaluation and Treatment
Medication Therapy: Prescription eye drops or oral medications to lower intraocular pressure and manage glaucoma progression.
Laser Therapy (Laser Trabeculoplasty): Laser treatment to improve the drainage of aqueous humor from the eye, reducing intraocular pressure.
Surgical Interventions (Trabeculectomy): Invasive procedures to create a new drainage channel for fluid, helping to lower intraocular pressure in severe cases.
