Can I have laser eye surgery if I have astigmatism?Hi, it’s Matt Russell from VSON Laser Vision Specialists. In this post, I answer, ‘Can I have laser eye surgery if I have astigmatism?’If you have astigmatism and want to be free from glasses and contact lenses, I have some good news for you. Refractive surgery, a type of laser eye surgery, can correct common refractive errors like short-sightedness, long-sightedness, and astigmatism that cause blurred vision.When people say, “I have too much astigmatism to do laser eye surgery,” actually, 99.9% of the time, they are wrong. We can treat up to four units of astigmatism with a laser vision correction procedure like LASIK. Some lasers can correct up to five units of astigmatism. If you’ve got more than five units of astigmatism, you are unique and off the scale. That’s incredibly rare, but we have some great laser eye surgery alternatives if this is the case.What does laser eye surgery involve?Refractive surgery involves reshaping the corneal tissue, the clear layer at the front of the eye that helps focus light onto the retina. During the procedure, an eye surgeon will create a corneal flap and use a laser to reshape the cornea to focus light more accurately on the front of the retina. This results in clearer vision and reduced dependence on glasses and contact lenses.We will thoroughly examine the health of your eyesIf you have dry eyes, this may impact your ability to undergo refractive surgery. We will evaluate the health of your eyes and determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure.To learn more about laser eye surgery for astigmatism, and know which eye surgical treatment is best to free you from the hassle of glasses and contact lenses, then please book online for a free laser vision assessment on our website today.Found this post useful? Please share!Home » LASIK » Can I have laser eye surgery if I have astigmatism? Search for: ARE YOU SUITABLE?Check your laser eye surgery suitability online with our free LASIK self-testTAKE SUITABILITY SELF-TESTOUR MOST POPULAR PROCEDURESLASIKSmartSightICLLens ReplacementPRKRefractive cataract surgeryFAQsDISCOVER IF YOU CAN BE FREE FROM GLASSES AND CONTACT LENSESThe best way to find out if lens surgery is right for you is to have an in-person assessment. You’ll get a clear answer from our experts on your suitability and vision correction optionsBOOK A FREE ASSESSMENTHi, I’m Dr. Matthew Russell, your laser and cataract surgery specialistHI I’M DR. MATTHEW RUSSELL YOUR LASER EYE AND CATARACT SURGERY SPECIALISTWith over 15 years of experience, I enjoy the privilege of helping patients of all ages reclaim clear vision or preserve it for as long as possible.Vision correction and high-precision cataract surgery hinge on the expertise and skill set of the provider who also has access to the most precise tools for the job. Ophthalmic surgeons like me know how to make treatment safe, comfortable and positive for the patient. They know how to minimise the risk of complications and maximise successful outcomes.I have a passion for helping my patients enjoy the clear, high-definition vision they need to live rich and active lives. Now, I have hand-picked a team of professionals that share my passion and commitment to exceptional care.Dr. Matthew RussellMBChB, FRANZCO MORE ABOUT DR. RUSSELL