LASIK Treatment for Astigmatism

How Lasik from your ophthalmologists in Manhattan, NY, can help you see well again

Can Lasik correct astigmatism? Yes, it can! In fact, Lasik is an excellent procedure to treat a variety of vision issues. Your ophthalmologist can tell you more. Dr. Christopher Coad and Dr. Jay Yoon at Chelsea Eye Ophthalmology in Manhattan, NY, provide a wide range of vision services, including Lasik to help you see well again.

Lasik treatment uses a precise laser to reshape the cornea, the clear tissue at the front of your eye. It’s a versatile procedure that can correct refractive issues, or how the eye focuses light, including:

• Astigmatism – having blurred vision at all distances
• Myopia – also known as nearsightedness
• Hyperopia – also known as farsightedness
• Presbyopia – difficulty with near vision due to age

LASIK has been a popular vision correction procedure for over three decades. You are a great candidate for Lasik if you:

• Are 18 years or older
• Have no history of eye diseases
• Have no history of cataracts or glaucoma
• Don’t have uncontrolled diabetes
• Don’t have autoimmune diseases

When you choose Lasik, you will enjoy some important benefits like these:

• Precise treatment using a focused laser
• Customized treatment for your individual eye characteristics
• Effective treatment, achieving 20/20 vision or better
• Quick treatment, with each eye requiring only a few minutes of treatment

Even after Lasik surgery, your eyes may change, causing your vision to change too. Lasik enhancement treatment can be performed to restore your perfect vision. To learn more about the correction of astigmatism and other conditions with Lasik, talk with the experts. Call Dr. Christopher Coad and Dr. Jay Yoon at Chelsea Eye Ophthalmology in Manhattan, NY. You can reach them in the office by calling (212) 220-0066, so call today.