[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/can-laser-eye-surgery-fix-astigmatism\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/can-laser-eye-surgery-fix-astigmatism\/","headline":"Can laser eye surgery fix astigmatism?","name":"Can laser eye surgery fix astigmatism?","description":"Can laser eye surgery fix astigmatism? Yes\u2014and we explain exactly how it works in this blog from My Eye Clinic in Gosforth.\r\n","datePublished":"2025-04-29","dateModified":"2025-04-29","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/author\/myeyeclinic\/#Person","name":"My Eye Clinic","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/author\/myeyeclinic\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8387103c2072d667018bc0a76890e72a3a28b15f0cb4d824dadcb29a5e8e13d3?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8387103c2072d667018bc0a76890e72a3a28b15f0cb4d824dadcb29a5e8e13d3?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"My Eye Clinic Gosforth","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Retina-Sticky-Header-Logo-v2-166x120-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Retina-Sticky-Header-Logo-v2-166x120-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","width":167,"height":122}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Can-laser-eye-surgery-fix-astigmatism-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Can-laser-eye-surgery-fix-astigmatism-Rob-Boyce-My-Eye-Clinic-Newcastle.jpg","height":534,"width":950},"url":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/can-laser-eye-surgery-fix-astigmatism\/","about":["Laser Eye Surgery"],"wordCount":336,"articleBody":"Can laser eye surgery fix astigmatism?If you\u2019ve been told you have astigmatism, you might wonder whether laser eye surgery can help.The short answer is yes\u2014laser eye surgery can correct most types of astigmatism.What is astigmatism?Astigmatism means your cornea (the front of your eye) isn\u2019t perfectly round. Instead of being shaped like a basketball, it\u2019s more like a rugby ball.This affects how light enters the eye, causing blurred or distorted vision.People with astigmatism often experience:Blurry vision at all distancesEye strainHeadachesDifficulty seeing at nightIt\u2019s a common condition\u2014and you can have it along with short-sightedness (myopia) or long-sightedness (hyperopia).Can laser eye surgery correct it?Yes. LASIK, LASEK and TransPRK all reshape the cornea to correct this uneven focus.We use a computer-guided laser to:Smooth out the irregular shapeRefocus the light correctlyGive you clearer, sharper visionThese procedures are customised to your unique eye shape. We use advanced scanning technology to map your cornea and plan the most precise treatment.Modern laser technology allows for highly accurate corrections\u2014even for people with higher or more complex levels of astigmatism.How do we decide if it\u2019s right for you?We'll check:The type and degree of your astigmatismCorneal thickness and shapeEye health and overall prescription stabilityWe\u2019ll also talk about your lifestyle\u2014what you do for work, how active you are, and what kind of vision you want after treatment.If laser isn\u2019t suitable, we\u2019ll explain why and talk through other options.What results can you expect?Most patients with mild to moderate astigmatism see:20\/20 or better visionLess reliance on glasses or contact lensesLong-term clarity and freedomWe\u2019ll monitor your results over time to make sure your vision remains stable. If your vision ever changes down the line, an enhancement treatment may be possible.Wondering if you're a candidate?Take the suitability self-test. It\u2019s free and only takes a minute."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Can laser eye surgery fix astigmatism?","item":"https:\/\/www.myeyeclinicgosforth.com\/can-laser-eye-surgery-fix-astigmatism\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]