If you struggle with blurry or distorted vision at any distance, you might be living with astigmatism. Astigmatism occurs when your cornea or lens has an irregular curve, stretching your vision into an oval shape.
Fortunately, modern eye care offers highly effective corrective options for clearer vision that fit your daily lifestyle. At Wide Eye Optometry, our experienced optometrists Mary Demirjian, OD, and Robert Brill, OD, are here to help you find the perfect solution.
We proudly serve patients of all ages at our state-of-the-art clinics in Encino, Santa Clarita, and Palmdale, California. Whether you need a routine eye exam or want to explore advanced lens technologies, we'll guide you every step of the way.
The best contact lenses for astigmatism are modern soft toric lenses, which are specially designed to stay stable on your eye. In the past, people with mild astigmatism were often prescribed standard spherical lenses, but this "spherical masking" frequently left vision slightly blurry.
Today's advanced toric lenses use the natural motion of your blink to keep the lens perfectly aligned over your cornea. According to a recent clinical trial, wearing soft toric contact lenses improves near visual acuity by 0.5 to 1.0 full lines compared to standard spherical lenses.
They also significantly boost digital reading speeds and reduce reading errors. If you spend hours looking at screens, these specialized lenses can prevent the constant micro-fluctuations that lead to severe ciliary muscle fatigue and digital eyestrain.
Yes, custom prescription glasses and laser vision correction are highly effective ways to manage astigmatism. High-quality glasses remain a reliable, comfortable option for daily wear, correcting the irregular corneal curve with precise cylindrical power.
For those seeking a more permanent solution, we provide comprehensive LASIK consultations to determine if you’re a candidate for laser vision correction surgery. Even if you have low astigmatism, correcting it is crucial for your comfort.
Research shows that uncorrected astigmatism of just 0.75 D to 1.00 D can significantly slow down reading speeds and cause frequent tension headaches. By customizing your prescription, we help eliminate the subconscious squinting that causes physical eye-brain fatigue.
Living with astigmatism doesn't mean you have to settle for blurry screens or tired eyes. Our team can evaluate your eyes and provide the best corrective solution to restore clear vision.
To get started, contact Wide Eye Optometry and schedule an eye exam at your nearest office in Encino, Santa Clarita, or Palmdale, California, today.