Glaucoma Treatment in Cross Roads

Glaucoma Treatment in Cross Roads

Don’t Let Glaucoma Rob You of Your Sight

(940) 488-4228

What Is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness.

It's caused by fluid build-up and increased pressure within the eye that damages the optic nerve that progressively worsens your vision. This disease can cause severe, irreversible vision loss if left untreated.

In many cases, appropriate control and treatment can help prevent further damage to the eyes and protect your vision. Total Eyecare & Eyewear Gallery - Cross Roads offers several treatments to help address glaucoma. Learn more about the treatments we provide and contact us to schedule an appointment.

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The 2 Main Types of Glaucoma

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  • Open-angle glaucoma: the most common type. It is a lifelong condition that accounts for at least 90% of all glaucoma cases.
  • Angle-closure glaucoma: a rare form of the disease which requires immediate medical attention. It occurs when the angle is closed in many or most areas between the iris and cornea, which reduces fluid drainage and increases eye pressure.

Glaucoma: The Sneaky Thief of Sight

There is a reason glaucoma is called “the sneaky thief of sight”--half the people with glaucoma don’t even know they have it! Meaning, they may not have symptoms in the early stages.

At Total Eyecare & Eyewear Gallery - Cross Roads, we diagnose and help preserve your vision with cutting-edge glaucoma treatments that can slow the progression of the disease.

If you have a family history of glaucoma or have been diagnosed with glaucoma, contact us today.

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What are the Signs of Glaucoma?

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As mentioned earlier, glaucoma usually shows no symptoms in its early stages. When signs do manifest, it's usually loss of tunnel vision or peripheral vision. Unfortunately, by the time vision loss has occurred, it cannot be reversed.

That said, the less common angle-closure glaucoma does show a sudden onset of symptoms, including:

  • Extreme eye pain
  • Eye redness
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea

If you experience any of these symptoms, seek prompt diagnosis and treatment by contacting Total Eyecare & Eyewear Gallery - Cross Roads in Cross Roads or visiting your nearest emergency room.


Who's at Risk for Glaucoma?

  • Age 40 +

    The prevalence of glaucoma increases with age, with most glaucoma patients aged 40 and up. That said, there is a much rarer form of this disease (congenital glaucoma) that affects infants.

  • Family History & Ethnicity

    Your risk for developing glaucoma is higher if you have a family history of the disease. Those of African American, Hispanic, Asian and Native American, and Indigenous Canadian descent have a higher risk of developing this disease.

  • Other Conditions

    High myopia, hypertension and diabetes can increase the risk of developing glaucoma.

  • Eye Injury or Trauma

    An eye injury, trauma or eye surgery can increase the likelihood of developing glaucoma.


Common Glaucoma Treatments

There is currently no cure for glaucoma. However, several treatments are available to prevent the progression of this sight-robbing condition. With the right care, you have a higher chance of managing your glaucoma and preserving your vision.

Common treatments include:

Eye Drops

Your optometrist will prescribe eye drops to help regulate pressure inside the eye by decreasing fluid production and/or improving drainage.

Laser Surgery

If eye drops aren’t doing enough to reduce intraocular pressure or intraocular temperature in open-angle glaucoma, laser surgery may be an option. Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) opens up the drainage system in the eye to reduce pressure.

SLT is successful in 80% of cases and can reduce eye pressure by 20%.

Other Surgeries

If a laser procedure or eye drops do not lower eye pressure to the desired level, your eye doctor may recommend one of the following surgeries:

  • Incision Surgery
  • Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
  • Glaucoma Drainage Implants

Glaucoma Testing Treatment FAQs

How does an eye doctor diagnose glaucoma?

Since glaucoma has no side effects early on, it is essential for people with a family history of risk factors for glaucoma to get tested. The following tests diagnose glaucoma:

  • Tonometry: measures the pressure inside the eye (intraocular pressure or IOP)
  • Ophthalmoscopy (dilated eye exam): examines the shape and color of the optic nerve
  • Perimetry: measures your field of vision
  • Gonioscopy: checks the angle where the iris meets the cornea
  • Pachymetry: determines the thickness of the cornea to better evaluate eye pressure.
What foods should you avoid if you have glaucoma?

The following are the foods every glaucoma patient should consider avoiding immediately. It should help keep your optic nerve healthy and minimize eye pressure.

  • Caffeine - certain studies show that caffeine contributes to increased intraocular pressure.
  • Saturated fats - a diet high in saturated fats can lead to weight gain, which not only increases intraocular pressure but also cholesterol levels.
  • Trans fats - try to limit your consumption of trans fats because they can also raise cholesterol levels
  • Salt - make sure to consume salt sparingly, as increased blood pressure can indirectly lead to intraocular pressure.
What percentage of glaucoma patients go blind?

About 60% of patients diagnosed with glaucoma will eventually lose some vision.

However, the rate of legal blindness among glaucoma patients is 5%. Getting effective treatment early on will greatly increase your ability to preserve and maximize your vision.

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- Dec. 08, 2024
The employees working here at the Cross Roads location were very friendly. I will be coming back fo... r sure.
- Aug. 29, 2024
I was looking for an eye clinic close to my home and I found this place on google it was really easy... to make an appointment and also the staff was very friendly. The Doc was very nice and patient. The lady at the glasses section was very sweet and kind. I would definitely recommend this clinic to others who want to get their eyes checked out.
- Aug. 27, 2024
Staff is very friendly and you could get last min appointments as well. Doctors also take time to ta... lk through and not rush. Parking is not an issue. But word of caution 380 construction cause delay. So start early.
- Aug. 22, 2024
Excellent Service ever received. The satff were very relatable and accommodating. I felt very welc... ome. They were very detailed and explained my eye issue in a way I'm able to understand. Place is very clean and patient privacy was provided. I will recommend Total Eyecare to all my families and friends.
- Aug. 20, 2024
Great professional, efficient, friendly staff!!!
- Aug. 02, 2024
The ladies in the eyeglasses department go above and beyond. My glasses have not fit this well in 20... years. I was so impressed with their service on the first pair of glasses I bought from them that I went back for a second.
- Jul. 28, 2024
Great thorough exam! Kathy is extremely good at helping picking out glasses and then making them fit... and have the proper bifocal-measurements to enable great vision!
- Jul. 19, 2024
Pleasant and professional staff and doctor. Atmosphere was inviting and loved the color and decor ch... oices. Would recommend.
- Jul. 06, 2024
They exceeded all my expectations!! The staff is very knowledgable, professional, and friendly. My ... visit was a very pleasant experience, and I will be returning for my next eye exam.
- Jul. 02, 2024
Easy to make appointment. On time service. Friendly and professional doctor and staff.
- Jun. 25, 2024
This was far and away the best eye experience I have had in 40 years. I started wearing glasses at 5... years old and have never been treated so well or had anyone work so hard on my behalf. Dr. Simmons, staff, and office manager Donna were more than amazing. I could not be happier or more grateful.
- Jun. 13, 2024
Great place! The staff were kind and helpful. The shining star for me was Dr. Simmons. She was grea... t and thorough and after the eye exam advised me that I didn’t need progressive lenses yet, which really saved me some money this time around.
- Jun. 08, 2024
Staff always very friendly and make gettimg eyewear easy and hassle free.
- May. 02, 2024
Love Total Eyecare!
- Mar. 31, 2024
Very friendly staff and overall great service!
- Mar. 16, 2024
Would highly recommend using these guys!! Took such great in helping find the right fit in glasses a... nd contacts.
- Mar. 02, 2024
Good facility and explain everything in detail. The imaging system was also very easy. Dr.Simmons wa... s very good and soft spoken.Thank you doctor and your team
- Feb. 16, 2024
Dr. Middleton and the staff did a great job making the boys feel comfortable during our visit. Overa... ll great experience for my boys.
- Feb. 06, 2024
This is a friendly, professional team that makes every part of the process as smooth and effortless ... as possible. The doctor was fast without being rushed, and explained everything that was happening in understandable terms. Great visit and already recommended to my wife who is looking for a new place to get her eyes examined.
- Feb. 05, 2024
All Doctors and staff are wonderful from start to finish. Everybody is so welcoming. I LOVE my new g... lasses!! They have price points from what insurance covers to a designer pair. I

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Glaucoma Diagnosis & Treatment in Cross Roads

Our optometry practice in Cross Roads

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Texas

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Don’t lose sight of your future.

With early detection and treatment, glaucoma can be controlled.

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