Don’t Throw Away Your Glasses after Lasik Just Yet!

Astigmatism

Irregular astigmatism can also occur as a result of Lasik surgery. This occurs when the corneal surface is not made sufficiently smooth during surgery, which is the result of failing to center the laser correction properly. Irregular astigmatism can lead to visual blurring, double vision, and ghost images. It may take glasses or contact lenses to correct this problem, though it can also often be rectified through an additional surgery.

The Bottom Line

When undergoing Lasik surgery, it is important that expectations are not set too high. A patient who expects to have perfect vision after the procedure can potentially be highly disappointed, as the procedure does not have perfect results 100% of the time. In addition, complications from the surgery, though rare, can actually cause site to be worse afterward.

Furthermore, regression does occur in some Lasik eye surgery patients. If this occurs, it might be necessary to return to glasses once more. Or, another surgery may correct this problem.

Finally, it is necessary to remember that certain forms of eyesight are a natural part of the aging process. Therefore, although perfect results may occur from the surgery, it might still be necessary to wear reading glasses. This is especially true for older adults who undergo the Lasik procedure and are, therefore, already going through the process of presbyopia. In addition, patients who do attain perfect vision may begin to have difficulties with their vision because of presbyopia.