Laser Treatment, Right Here in Our Offices
Laser procedures can play an important role in managing certain eye conditions and restoring clearer vision. Grove Eye Care provides several laser treatments in-office, including YAG capsulotomy, Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), and YAG peripheral iridotomy.
These outpatient procedures use targeted laser energy to address specific problems inside the eye, often with little to no downtime. Your optometrist will evaluate your eyes, discuss your treatment options, and help determine whether laser treatment is appropriate for your condition.
Ready to get started? Contact us to schedule your consultation today.
Book AppointmentWhat Happens During a Laser Eye Treatment?
Your experience will depend on the procedure you are having. Before treatment, your optometrist will examine your eyes and explain what to expect, including any preparation or post-treatment care.
Our laser procedures are performed on an outpatient basis, so you can return home after your appointment. Some treatments may require temporary eye drops or other post-procedure care to manage pressure and inflammation.
Our Laser Eye Procedures
YAG Capsulotomy
YAG capsulotomy treats posterior capsule opacification, a film that sometimes develops on the implant after cataract surgery. This clouding can cause symptoms similar to those experienced with cataracts, including blurred or hazy vision.
The procedure uses invisible pulses of laser energy to remove the cloudy tissue and restore a clearer visual pathway.
- Safe and effective outpatient procedure
- Typically performed only once per eye
- Painless for most patients
- Your eyes will be dilated during the procedure
- Little to no downtime afterward
- Normal activities can generally resume once the effects of dilation wear off
- Vision may take a couple of days to become as clear as possible
- A short course of prescription eye drops helps manage pressure and inflammation
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty is used to treat certain types of glaucoma, including Primary Open Angle Glaucoma. For some patients, SLT may be used instead of daily glaucoma drops. It can also be performed alongside medication when additional pressure control is needed.
SLT uses low-energy laser treatment to improve the eye’s drainage area, helping fluid drain more effectively and lowering intraocular pressure.
- Safe and effective outpatient procedure
- Little to no downtime
- Most patients experience little to no pain
- Temporary minor discomfort may occur during the procedure and for a day or two afterward
- Post-procedure drops and NSAIDs can help manage discomfort
- A short course of prescription drops helps manage pressure and inflammation
- The effects can last up to 5 years for many patients, with some experiencing longer-lasting results
YAG Peripheral Iridotomy
YAG peripheral iridotomy is a laser procedure used to treat angle-closure glaucoma. The treatment creates a small opening in the iris, allowing fluid to flow more normally from behind the iris to the front of the eye.
- Safe and effective outpatient procedure
- Little to no downtime
- A short course of prescription drops helps manage pressure and inflammation
- Temporary light sensitivity may occur afterward
- Arrange for someone to drive you home following the procedure
Comprehensive Laser Eye Care in Richmond & Midlothian
From managing certain types of glaucoma to treating vision changes after cataract surgery, laser treatment can be an important part of comprehensive eye care. Our team will take the time to understand your condition and explain whether an in-office laser procedure may be appropriate for you.
Ready to get started? Contact us to schedule your consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most of our laser procedures are painless or involve only minor, temporary discomfort. SLT may cause mild discomfort during the procedure and for a day or two afterward, which can be managed with post-procedure drops and NSAIDs.
Our laser procedures typically involve little to no downtime. After YAG capsulotomy, vision may take a couple of days to become as clear as possible. Patients undergoing YAG peripheral iridotomy should arrange for a driver because temporary light sensitivity may occur.
No. YAG capsulotomy, SLT, and YAG peripheral iridotomy are all performed on an outpatient basis at our Richmond or Midlothian office.
For many patients, the effects of SLT can last up to 5 years, although some patients experience longer-lasting results.
A driver should be arranged following YAG peripheral iridotomy because of possible light sensitivity. Your eye care team will provide specific instructions about transportation and post-procedure care based on your treatment.
Regency
Our Address
- 1404 N Parham Road, Suite F1
- Richmond, VA 23229
Contact Information
- 804-353-3937
- 804-358-1395
- frontdesk@groveeyecare.com
Hours of Operation
Midlothian
Our Address
- 14431 Sommerville Ct, Suite B
- Midlothian, VA 23113
Contact Information
- 804-888-8998
- 804-888-8999
- frontdesk@groveeyecare.com
Hours of Operation
What Our Patients are Saying
Wonderful experience from my initial call through to making my next appointment! The office team are friendly, professional, efficient, and kind. Dr. Deese took the time to listen to my concerns, examine my eye, explain my treatment plan and answer any questions. He is super personable and clearly very knowledgeable. I highly recommend the practice!
Michele
I’ve been coming here for a few years, but my former eye doctor retired last year, so my most recent appointment was with Dr. Wong. He was very thorough. I appreciated him indulging all my questions about the purpose of each machine, as well as, how different parts of the eye function. Great, seamless appointment.
Peighton
Dr Parsons is delightful. I’ve been going to Grove Eye Care for many years and when my doctor retired I was thinking maybe I’d look for someone closer to my home. But after meeting her and her caring professional team, I decided to stay…and am very happy I did!
Kathie
Dr. Parsons has been taking care of me and my family for years. The staff is amazing and very welcoming every time that I visit. They have state of the art equipment and technology. Dr. Parsons takes the time to thoroughly examine my eyes and she explains what she is doing step by step. The entire office is very clean and the environment is awesome!
Chaz
Top Notch! I had very nice experience. All the staff were very professional. My appointment on time. I was treated with the upmost of care and respect. All the care I was given was explained step by step not just of tests, but the why they were being done. My doctor made sure I understood the purpose of my whole exam. I was blown away by the attention I received. I appreciate their care.
Johnie
This was my first visit to your office. Everyone was helpful, polite positive and seem to enjoy their jobs. The girls at the front desk were fantastic. One even let me borrow her air pump to pump up my motorcycle tire. The doctor and the assistant eye specialist were excellent. Everything was explained to me and done in a professional manner.
Steven
About Us
Services
Dry Eye Center
Patient Center
Our Locations
Grove Eye Care – Regency
- 1404 N Parham Road, Suite F1
- Richmond, VA 23229
- Phone: 804-353-3937
- Fax: 804-358-1395
- Email: frontdesk@groveeyecare.com
Grove Eye Care – Midlothian
- 14431 Sommerville Ct, Suite B
- Midlothian, VA 23113
- Phone: 804-888-8998
- Fax: 804-888-8999
- Email: frontdesk@groveeyecare.com
