Astigmatism Correction with LASIK

Astigmatism LASIK treatments correct the shape of the eye to provide improved vision for patients with astigmatism. Astigmatism LASIK uses a laser to re-shape the cornea by removing small amounts of tissue.

Choosing astigmatism LASIK procedure often provides the optimal amount of correction for patients; in most cases, patients undergoing the astigmatism LASIK treatment have better results than those using contact lenses or glasses. In treatments other than astigmatism LASIK, the main problem is that the misshapen cornea (astigmatism) is not directly addressed, while using astigmatism LASIK allows the doctor to precisely reshape the cornea to the proper dimensions. Prior to performing astigmatism LASIK, the doctor creates a corneal map for the patient. This map guides the laser during astigmatism LASIK, using measurements of each eye, including prescription requirements, and eye shape and depth. Following an astigmatism LASIK treatment, frequent eye exams will help the doctor determine the actual success of the astigmatism LASIK procedure in treating the astigmatism. In some cases, patients will require additional astigmatism LASIK treatments to achieve the best possible results, and not every individual will fully correct using astigmatism LASIK.

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