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Exciting new technologies which are now available for patients are the Restor Lens, Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT Laser), and HRT II Optic Nerve Analyzer.

 Restor Lens is a new type of lens implant used at the time of cataract surgery.  Traditional implants focus only at one distance, usually being used for distance, with reading glasses being used for up close.  Restor offers a significant advance in that it focuses at all distances (near, intermediate, and distance) with glasses usually not being needed at all. Please go to Links and click on AcrySof (Restor Lens) for further information regarding this exciting device.

The SLT Laser represents the newest type of laser available for treatment of open angle glaucoma.  Please go to Links and click on SLT Laser for further information regarding this exciting device.

The HRT II allows computerized analysis of the optic nerve, permitting earlier diagnosis of glaucoma.  Also helps to detect any changes in the health of the optic nerve.  Please go to Links and click on HRTII for further information.