Chronic Angle-Closure Treatment in Costa Mesa, California
Chronic Angle-Closure — At a Glance
Severity & Type
When to See a Doctor
Schedule a comprehensive eye exam if you experience persistent symptoms.
Key Symptoms
- Often no early symptoms (silent thief of sight)
- Loss of peripheral (side) vision
- Halos around lights
- Eye pain (in acute cases)
- Redness
Treatment Options
- Prescription eye drops (prostaglandins, beta-blockers)
- Laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
- Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS)
- Trabeculectomy or tube shunts
A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to high eye pressure. It is a leading cause of irreversible blindness.
Costa Mesa's screen-intensive work culture can influence how chronic angle-closure symptoms are experienced throughout the day. We factor your digital lifestyle into our diagnostic and treatment recommendations.
Dr. Bonakdar on Chronic Angle-Closure
Direct Answers from Dr. Bonakdar
Dr. Alexander Bonakdar at EyeCare Center of Orange County provides expert chronic angle-closure diagnosis and treatment for patients in Costa Mesa and throughout Orange County. With over 35 years of clinical experience and advanced diagnostic technology, each patient receives a personalized treatment plan based on their specific condition severity and lifestyle needs.
What is Chronic Angle-Closure?
A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to high eye pressure. It is a leading cause of irreversible blindness.
How is Chronic Angle-Closure treated?
Treatment options include Prescription eye drops (prostaglandins, beta-blockers), Laser trabeculoplasty (SLT), Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), Trabeculectomy or tube shunts. The best approach depends on your specific diagnosis, severity, and lifestyle needs.
What are the symptoms of Chronic Angle-Closure?
Common symptoms include Often no early symptoms (silent thief of sight), Loss of peripheral (side) vision, Halos around lights, Eye pain (in acute cases), Redness. If you experience any of these, a comprehensive eye examination can determine the cause.
What are the symptoms of Chronic Angle-Closure?
Costa Mesa professionals working at screens may first notice symptoms during extended computer use or at the end of a long workday:
- Often no early symptoms (silent thief of sight)
- Loss of peripheral (side) vision
- Halos around lights
- Eye pain (in acute cases)
- Redness
How is Chronic Angle-Closure treated?
For Costa Mesa's digital professionals, we prioritize treatments compatible with extended screen use and offer strategies to optimize visual comfort during work hours:
Chronic Angle-Closure FAQs for Costa Mesa Patients
Common questions from Costa Mesa patients about our eye care services
Have more questions? Call us at (714) 558-1182
Chronic Angle-Closure Care for Costa Mesa Residents
Costa Mesa patients seeking care for chronic angle-closure benefit from our 35+ years of clinical experience and advanced diagnostic capabilities. Many Costa Mesa residents work in screen-intensive professions, so we factor digital lifestyle demands into our diagnostic and treatment recommendations. We provide thorough evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment tailored to your individual needs. Whether your condition requires ongoing monitoring, medical therapy, or surgical co-management, our practice ensures continuity of care from diagnosis through recovery.
About Costa Mesa
Diverse arts and shopping district community
Population: 113,000+
Languages Spoken in Costa Mesa
Our practice serves the diverse Costa Mesa community. We provide care to patients who speak:
Eye Health Priorities for Costa Mesa
- Computer vision syndrome treatment
- Digital eye strain solutions
- Blue light protection
- Dry eye from reduced blinking
- Ergonomic vision consultations
Conveniently Located Near Costa Mesa Landmarks
Our Orange County practice is easily accessible for Costa Mesa patients living near:
Getting to Our Office from Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa patients typically reach our Santa Ana office via the 55 Freeway in approximately 20 minutes. Free on-site parking is available in our building.
801 N Tustin Ave, Ste 404, Santa Ana, CA 92705 — Get DirectionsCosta Mesa Neighborhoods We Serve
- South Coast Metro
- Mesa Verde
- Eastside Costa Mesa
- Westside Costa Mesa
Zip codes: 92626, 92627, 92628
Why Costa Mesa Patients Choose EyeCare Center for Chronic Angle-Closure
Glaucoma Diagnostic Suite
Visual field testing, OCT nerve fiber analysis, and pachymetry provide a complete picture of chronic angle-closure status.
Individualized Pressure Targets
We set personalized IOP goals based on your risk factors, disease stage, and overall health—not one-size-fits-all numbers.
Laser Treatment Available
SLT and other laser procedures are offered for Costa Mesa patients who need additional pressure reduction beyond drops.
Long-Term Partnership
Glaucoma is a lifelong condition—our practice provides consistent, long-term monitoring and treatment adjustments over decades.
Your Chronic Angle-Closure Specialist in Costa Mesa
Dr. Alexander Bonakdar is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over 35 years of experience treating chronic angle-closure and complex eye conditions. Trained at the #1-ranked Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, he has helped over 10,000 patients achieve and maintain clear vision.
Patient Stories from Costa Mesa
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