Private glaucoma treatment costs from £950 per eye for SLT laser (£1,500 for both eyes in one session) at Eye Surgery Clinic. We offer the full treatment ladder — from eye drops and laser through to filtration surgery and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). Laser peripheral iridotomy is from £2,000 per eye and a trabeculectomy is from £4,200. An initial consultation is £240 (£340 with OCT and visual fields).
Glaucoma treatment prices
The right treatment depends on your glaucoma type, eye pressure, optic nerve findings and how you tolerate drops. Your surgeon will recommend the most appropriate option at your consultation. The prices below are all-inclusive of the procedure, theatre and aftercare.
SLT laser
Selective laser trabeculoplasty
£950
one eye · £1,500 both eyes
- First-line laser for open-angle glaucoma / OHT
- Quick, day-case procedure
- Both eyes treatable in one session
- Post-laser pressure check included
Laser iridotomy
Peripheral iridotomy (LPI)
£2,000
one eye · £2,194 both eyes
- For narrow-angle / angle-closure risk
- Helps prevent acute pressure rise
- Day-case laser procedure
- All-inclusive package
Trabeculectomy
Filtration surgery
£4,200
per eye · from
- For pressure not controlled by drops/laser
- Creates a new drainage channel
- Theatre & hospital fees included
- Full post-operative follow-up
If a trabeculectomy needs fine-tuning afterwards, a bleb needling adjustment is £2,562. We also offer minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) options — such as an iStent — which are discussed at consultation. For a fuller breakdown of surgical fees see our glaucoma surgery cost guide, or the SLT laser cost page.
Not sure which treatment is right for you? A consultation includes the pressure checks, imaging and advice you need to decide with confidence.
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What’s included in the price
Our glaucoma treatment prices are fixed and all-inclusive, so there are no surprises. Each package covers:
- Your consultant ophthalmic surgeon’s fees for the procedure
- The hospital and theatre fees for your day-case treatment
- All consumables and the care team on the day
- Post-operative pressure checks and routine aftercare
- A clear written plan for ongoing monitoring
The only item quoted separately is your initial consultation and any baseline OCT and visual field testing.
0% finance options
For planned glaucoma surgery you don’t have to pay all at once. We offer interest-free (0% APR) finance that lets you spread the cost over manageable monthly instalments, typically from 10 to 24 months, subject to status. Full details and an application are on our finance page.
Using private medical insurance
Glaucoma laser and surgery for a clinically indicated condition are covered by most private medical insurers when you have pre-authorisation and a referral. Treatment to lower a raised intraocular pressure that threatens your optic nerve is typically funded. See our guidance for insured patients for how to arrange cover.
Frequently asked questions
How much does private glaucoma treatment cost in the UK?
At Eye Surgery Clinic SLT laser glaucoma treatment costs £950 for one eye or £1,500 for both eyes in one session. Laser peripheral iridotomy is from £2,000 per eye (£2,194 both eyes), and a trabeculectomy is from £4,200 per eye. All prices are all-inclusive of consultation, procedure, theatre and aftercare. An initial consultation is £240, or £340 with OCT and visual fields.
What is SLT laser and who is it for?
Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) is a quick, day-case laser commonly used as a first-line treatment for open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It lowers eye pressure and can reduce or replace the need for drops. Both eyes can be treated in one session, and a post-laser pressure check is included.
Will my insurance cover glaucoma treatment?
Glaucoma laser and surgery for a clinically indicated condition are covered by most private medical insurers when you have pre-authorisation and a referral. Treatment to lower a raised intraocular pressure that threatens the optic nerve is typically funded. Our insured patients page explains how to arrange cover.
Can I pay for glaucoma surgery monthly?
Yes, for planned procedures. We offer interest-free 0% finance so you can spread the cost over monthly instalments, typically between 10 and 24 months, subject to status. You can see the options and apply on our finance page, or our team can talk you through it.
What is MIGS and do you offer it?
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) uses tiny devices, such as an iStent, to improve the eye’s natural drainage with a lower risk profile than traditional surgery. It is often combined with cataract surgery. We offer MIGS options for suitable patients, which are discussed and priced at your consultation.