The Truth About Astigmatism—and How We Correct It
Many people believe that astigmatism is an eye disease, but it is actually a very common and easily correctable vision condition. Simply put, astigmatism occurs when the front surface of your eye (the cornea) or the lens inside your eye is shaped more like an oval football rather than a perfectly round basketball.
This irregular curvature prevents light from focusing sharply on your retina, causing vision to appear blurry or distorted at all distances.
Symptoms of Astigmatism
- Blurry, fuzzy, or distorted vision at both near and far distances
- Eye strain, squinting, and headaches
- Difficulty with night driving, particularly seeing "streaking" lines or glare around lights
How We Correct Astigmatism in Cut Off, LA
You do not have to live with blurry vision. At Advanced Eye Institute, we offer several excellent ways to correct astigmatism:
- Custom Eyeglasses: We can craft prescription lenses with specialized correction to compensate for your eye’s irregular shape, giving you perfectly crisp vision.
- Toric Contact Lenses: Soft contact lenses designed specifically for astigmatism. They are specially weighted to stay in place on your eye so they don't rotate when you blink.
- Gas-Permeable (GP) Contacts: Rigid lenses that provide an ultra-smooth, round surface over your cornea for unparalleled clarity.
Enjoy sharp, clear vision without distortion.
Schedule an eye exam at our Cut Off office to find your perfect fit.