Well first off we don’t know the long-term effects, because the LASIK procedures haven’t been used long enough yet…

And just so we are on the same page, an astigmatism is basically blurry vision caused by the shape of your cornea.

So, Yes! LASIK eye surgery can be used to correct your astigmatism.

Even though 100’s of thousands of people have been through the LASIK procedure without any side-effects, there are a few things that you’ll want to consider before jumping in…

1. We’re talking about reshaping your cornea slightly - so there is a possibility that something could go wrong during the operation.

2. I don’t think there is any guarantee that you will be able to see better after the operation.

3. Check your health plan! Eye surgery to correct an astigmatism might not be covered!

and this last one is a biggie:

4. This type of surgery is NOT reversable!

I hope this helps answer your questions about eye surgery to correct your astigmatism.

Have a super day!
Mark