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At The Eye Center, we specialize in interventional glaucoma management, offering advanced surgical and procedural solutions beyond traditional medications. Our interventional approach focuses on directly addressing the underlying causes of elevated eye pressure through minimally invasive techniques, implantable devices, and precision laser procedures.
Dr. Bin Wu specializes in interventional glaucoma and has extensive training in the latest surgical innovations and device-based treatments. Whether you're seeking alternatives to daily eye drops or require more definitive pressure control, our interventional glaucoma services offer proven solutions tailored to your specific condition.
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, which carries visual information from the eye to the brain. This condition is often called the "silent thief of sight," as it typically develops gradually and without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss has occurred.
The condition is primarily caused by increased pressure within the eye (intraocular pressure), though it can also develop with normal intraocular pressure.
The optic nerve consists of over one million nerve fibers that transmit visual signals to the brain. When these fibers become damaged due to glaucoma, permanent vision loss occurs, starting with peripheral vision and potentially progressing to complete blindness if left untreated. This makes early detection and treatment crucial for preserving sight.
The optic nerve consists of over one million nerve fibers that transmit visual signals to the brain. When these fibers become damaged due to glaucoma, permanent vision loss occurs, starting with peripheral vision and potentially progressing to complete blindness if left untreated. This makes early detection and treatment crucial for preserving sight.
Schedule an AppointmentAt The Eye Center, we provide comprehensive, cutting-edge glaucoma treatment led by Dr. Bin Wu, MD, a board-certified expert with experience in innovative glaucoma management. Our commitment to excellence ensures you receive the most advanced care available.
Every patient's glaucoma is unique, which is why we offer a wide range of treatment options to find what works best for you. At The Eye Center, we take a proactive, interventional approach by integrating early procedural solutions like precision lasers, micro-stents, and sustained-release implants to achieve superior pressure control while reducing medication burden.
The goal of our treatment approach is to slow or stop progression and preserve your vision, using the most effective intervention for your specific situation. By acting earlier with minimally invasive technologies, we help you maintain better compliance and achieve more predictable outcomes that protect your sight long-term.
While we prioritize interventional solutions, we recognize that medications remain an important option for certain patients, particularly in early-stage disease.
Modern glaucoma medications offer improved effectiveness and fewer side effects than older formulations. These medications work by either reducing fluid production in the eye or improving drainage. Many patients can effectively manage their glaucoma with daily eye drop regimens.
However, for those experiencing compliance challenges, side effects, or inadequate pressure control with drops alone, we often recommend transitioning to our interventional approaches for more sustainable results.
The iDose is a tiny implant, placed in the eye during a brief procedure, that continuously releases medication for months, eliminating the need for daily eye drops.
MIGS procedures like iStent, Hydrus, and TrabEX PRO offer effective pressure reduction with minimal tissue disruption and faster recovery times compared to traditional surgery.
The iStent is the world's smallest medical device, creating a permanent opening to improve fluid drainage, while the Hydrus microstent provides similar benefits with a different mechanism suitable for various glaucoma types.
TrabEX PRO is an FDA-approved goniotomy procedure that creates an opening into Schlemm's canal to lower eye pressure without requiring device implantation.
Advanced laser procedures like MP3 TS CPC (micropulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation) offer precise treatment with reduced complications. These minimally invasive procedures can effectively lower eye pressure while preserving surrounding tissue. Laser treatments often serve as an intermediate step between medications and more invasive surgeries.
For patients requiring more aggressive treatment, we offer cutting-edge procedures, including the Express Mini Shunt and Xen Gel Stent. The Express Mini Shunt creates a controlled pathway for fluid drainage, while the Xen Gel Stent is a soft, flexible tube that maintains drainage with excellent biocompatibility. These newer techniques offer improved success rates with fewer complications than traditional filtering surgeries.
When other treatments aren't sufficient, trabeculectomy and tube shunt procedures remain important options. These time-tested surgeries create new drainage pathways to reduce eye pressure effectively. While more invasive, they offer excellent long-term pressure control for advanced cases.
Don't wait until symptoms appear. Glaucoma often causes irreversible damage before you notice any changes in your vision.
At The Eye Center, Dr. Wu and our experienced team are ready to provide you with the most advanced interventional glaucoma care available. Our proactive approach means you have access to cutting-edge alternatives to lifelong medication regimens, from minimally invasive micro-stents to sustained-release implants that work continuously to protect your vision. Whether you need routine screening, are newly diagnosed, or require specialized treatment, we're here to help preserve your precious sight.
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