When you face a serious eye condition, protecting your vision becomes your top priority. Retinal laser surgery, also known as photocoagulation, is a highly effective treatment that uses focused light beams to seal leaking blood vessels and repair damaged tissue in the back of your eye.
At Retina Specialists, our team of board-certified ophthalmologists — including Dr. Robert E. Torti, MD; Dr. Santosh C. Patel, MD; Dr. Henry Choi, MD; Dr. Steven Reinecke, MD; and Dr. Philip Lieu, MD — provides advanced care to help preserve your sight. We proudly serve patients across North Texas with convenient office locations in Desoto, Plano, Mesquite, Waxahachie, and Dallas.
Retinal laser surgery is a versatile tool used to manage several serious eye disorders. It is most commonly used to treat a retinal tear or detachment, as well as complications from diabetes.
If you have a torn retina, a laser can create tiny, controlled burns around the tear. This process welds the retina back into place and prevents a full detachment. For patients with diabetic retinopathy, the laser seals leaking blood vessels and shrinks abnormal new ones that threaten your vision.
Diabetes is one of the leading threats to vision worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, diabetic retinopathy is responsible for 2.6% of global blindness cases.
To combat this growing issue, the organization has actively integrated laser photocoagulation screening and treatment into essential care frameworks. This therapy remains a cornerstone of modern diabetic eye care because it can stop the progression of blood vessel damage before irreversible vision loss occurs.
Many patients feel anxious about having a laser used on their eyes, but the procedure is typically quick and performed right in our office. We use numbing drops to ensure you stay comfortable throughout the process.
You might see bright flashes of light during the treatment, but you won't feel any sharp pain. Most people can return to their normal daily activities shortly after, though you'll need someone to drive you home since your eyes will be dilated.
Taking care of your retinas is essential for maintaining your independence and quality of life. Whether you need a routine diabetic eye exam or specialized treatment for a retinal condition, we're here to guide you.
Don't wait until your vision starts to change to seek expert care. Please contact our team today to schedule a consultation at one of our North Texas offices.
