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As recently as 20 years ago, bad vision was a lifetime sentence. People with myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism were limited to glasses or contact lenses, and the additional expense and hassle these items represented. Advances in laser vision correction, however, mean that a wider range of problems can be corrected with advanced techniques such as a WaveScan diagnostic. Now, astigmatism is among the most common eyesight issues individuals seek to eliminate with laser surgery here at the Assil Eye Institute in Santa Monica.
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Astigmatism is an abnormal curvature of the cornea. The cornea is the clear covering over the front of the eye. When a person has astigmatism, light rays enter the eye and scatter, rather than focusing in on a single point. This results in blurred vision that, in extreme cases, can cause headaches or eyestrain.
Corneal Reshaping with Santa Monica Laser Eye Surgery for Astigmatism
Astigmatism is very common among children. Since it often disappears in adulthood, it may be considered developmental for some children. However, for some adults, astigmatism does not simply go away and corrective lenses must be worn in order to see clearly. Sometimes, the irregularities in the curvature of an individual's cornea can be so dramatic that correcting astigmatism with glasses or contacts can be difficult.
There are several different types and levels of astigmatism. Often, adult astigmatism can be corrected by reshaping the cornea with laser eye surgery. If you have astigmatism, contact us at the Santa Monica Assil Eye Institute to learn about laser eye surgery. If you are a good candidate for laser eye surgery and are in the Santa Monica area, we can help you achieve clear vision, without glasses or contact lenses.
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