Is LASIK suitable for those with low eye degrees and astigmatism?

Doctor's Answer

In a word yes. Based on your refractive errors provided, which are relatively low in myopia and astigmatism, you may consider having LASIK and for that matter PRK and ReLEx SMILE as well.

However, in order to conclude if you are suitable for any form of laser vision correction, I would encourage you to have a suitability assessment as other factor like corneal thickness, corneal shape and general state of health of the eye will need to be considered as well.

One advantage in your particular case is that with a relatively lower refractive error, lesser corneal thinning will be needed to achieve the necessary correction. This will be helpful in reducing long term risk and may result in better stability of surgical outcomes.

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