Everyone knows someone who has undergone a successful LASIK procedure. One day, your friend or co-worker is wearing glasses. The next, they’re strutting along with excellent vision, increased confidence, and no lens smudges!
Those success stories tend to be inspiring. If you’re considering laser vision correction for yourself, you might wonder, “Does LASIK work for astigmatism?”
We’re proud to say that the answer is YES! The LASIK success rate for astigmatism is incredibly high. Plus, many benefits come along with clearer, higher-quality vision.
Continue reading to learn the top 7 benefits of undergoing LASIK for astigmatism.
Benefit #1: You’ll See Better
It may seem obvious, but the top benefit of getting LASIK for astigmatism is clearer, higher-quality vision.
To understand why, it’s important to understand astigmatism. In essence, astigmatism occurs because the front of your eye is misshapen or asymmetrical. The imperfect shape changes the way that light interacts with your eye. As a result, your vision may be blurry or distorted.
The surgeon can quickly and effectively reshape the eye during your LASIK procedure. The laser will make the cornea and lens more symmetrical. This will eliminate your astigmatism and the accompanying blurriness.
At the same time, LASIK will correct your overall refractive problems. You will experience better all-around vision. That means clearer sight, often without the need for corrective lenses.
Benefit #2: It’s Quick and Painless
Before the procedure begins, your surgeon will place numbing drops in your eyes. If you’re nervous, they may also provide a mild sedative. As a result, you are unlikely to feel pain during the procedure. Many patients even say the procedure is relaxing.
Likewise, we complete most LASIK eye surgery procedures in about ten minutes. We commonly hear patients sitting up and asking, “It’s done?”
It’s amazing how quickly a competent, experienced surgeon can perform this routine procedure!
Benefit #3: Short Recovery Time
Once the procedure is done, the recovery process begins. Nearly all patients return to normal activities within a week of their LASIK eye surgery.
During recovery, you may experience some initial discomfort or light sensitivity. Your surgeon will provide medicated eye drops and equipment to help you navigate the brief recovery process. You will receive instructions to ensure proper healing.
Most patients notice an improvement in their vision almost immediately. As healing progresses, you will quickly notice a change in your vision clarity. All that to say, better sight does not take long.
Benefit #4: There’s a High LASIK Success Rate for Astigmatism
How effective is LASIK for astigmatism? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, “LASIK is effective and predictable in terms of obtaining very good to excellent uncorrected visual acuity.”
In other words, it works for nearly all patients. About 98% of LASIK patients with astigmatism say their procedure met their needs.
Benefit #5: Cost Savings Over Time
The average patient only needs to undergo LASIK surgery once. From there, they experience an improvement in vision for years. In many cases, vision correction lasts for a lifetime.
That means they only need to pay for LASIK once, too.
In contrast, it costs the average person $39,000 to pay for contact lenses over their lifetime. After successful LASIK, many individuals no longer need to pay for glasses or contacts at all. This saves them money over time and eliminates maintenance.
If you’re the type of person who always forgets to re-order your contacts, LASIK can vastly simplify your life!
Benefit #6: Improved Confidence and Freedom
If you wear glasses, you know how frightening it can be when you lose them. Your ability to see and interact with the world depends upon something small and fragile. If you break or misplace your spectacles, you may find yourself in trouble. You might not even realize how cautious you have to be to care for your delicate glasses.
While you should take care of your eyes, they are much less fragile (and impossible to lose). You might find you move through the world differently without glasses. You can afford to be less cautious and more adventurous.
Likewise, when you don’t need to wear glasses, you have more freedom over the way you dress and look. This alone can boost your confidence and self-esteem.
Benefit #7: We Can Customize Your Treatment
Every patient has unique vision needs, with or without astigmatism. An experienced surgeon knows how to tailor treatment to every eye. As a result, you’ll experience the best possible outcomes.
LASIK is not one-size-fits-all, which directly benefits you. You’ll experience a procedure that meets your unique vision needs and goals. As a result, you can say farewell to astigmatism and most other vision problems.
You’ll learn more about your options when you attend your first consultation appointment. Speak to your surgeon about your priorities. They can help you choose the treatment that is right for you.
Experience the Benefits of LASIK Eye Surgery for Astigmatism
Whether you’re eager for clearer sight or just want to say farewell to glasses, LASIK for astigmatism may be right for you. This quick, painless procedure has a quick recovery time and a high success rate. The results typically last for years. You’ll experience clearer vision and liberate yourself from the regular maintenance of contacts or glasses.
With so many benefits, what’s stopping you from pursuing laser vision correction?
At Khanna Institute, we’re happy to answer the questions that may be holding you back. We’ll provide you with peace of mind with a free initial consultation. If you can’t get into our office, we can even provide a remote consultation.
Learn more about our LASIK Eye Surgery process, then make an appointment. We can’t wait to help you improve your vision and your life.