Astigmatism Treatment in Thornton

Astigmatism Treatment in Thornton

Say Goodbye to Blurred & Distorted Vision

(303) 450-0200

Have you been told you have astigmatism?

Are constant headaches and eyestrain impacting your life?

Astigmatism is a common eye condition characterized by an irregular curvature of the cornea that causes blurry, fuzzy, or distorted vision.

While astigmatism can certainly be a nuisance, there is no reason to suffer from it. It can be easily corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, or laser eye surgery.

For astigmatism treatment, contact EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Thornton in Thornton today!

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How We Can Help

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  • Come in for an eye exam and we’ll determine what type of lens correction will offer you the clearest vision possible.
  • We’ll discuss all your treatment options so you can feel confident that you’ve chosen the best option for your visual needs and lifestyle.
  • During your follow-up visit, we’ll make sure that you’re comfortable with your new eyewear and we'll check that your new lenses are providing you with crisp, clear vision.

4 Ways to Treat Astigmatism

  • Prescription eyeglasses

    Mild to moderate levels of astigmatism can often be corrected with eyeglasses that contain a unique optical power (cylinder) to combat blurry vision caused by astigmatism.

  • Toric contact lenses

    Toric contact lenses are customized to your corneal shape and contain varying corrective powers throughout the lens. These soft contact lenses provide clear, sharp vision for people with mild to moderate astigmatism.

  • Scleral contact lenses

    Scleral contact lenses are ideal for moderate to severe astigmatism. These specialized rigid lenses are designed to arch over your irregular shaped cornea and rest on your sclera (the white part of your eye), to deliver clear vision.

  • Laser eye surgery

    If you’re looking to free yourself from eyeglasses and contact lenses, laser eye surgery offers permanent astigmatism correction. Candidacy for laser eye surgery depends on your age, and the type and severity of your astigmatism.

No matter your level of astigmatism, EyeCare Specialties of Colorado - Thornton in Thornton has the perfect solution for your needs.


Astigmatism Diagnosis Treatment FAQs

What does astigmatism do to your eyes?

Astigmatism occurs when either the cornea or the lens inside the eye has mismatched curves, causing the eye surface to be egg-shaped rather than round.

While astigmatism causes blurry vision at all distances, it can also cause:

  • Wavy or distorted vision
  • Eye strain
  • Headaches
  • Squinting
  • Poor night vision
How do you fix astigmatism?

If you have astigmatism, corrective lenses (contacts or glasses) specifically designed for astigmatic eyes are an effective way to correct your blurry vision. They contain your optical prescription along with a specific cylinder lens power to target astigmatism and provide you with crystal clear vision. Laser surgery is another effective option to correct astigmatism.

Why has my astigmatism worsened?

About 20% of babies are born with astigmatism. In most cases, it disappears by around age 5. In others, astigmatism can become permanent and even worsen over time, generally stabilizing once the eyes reach their adult size (at around age 20).

Patient Reviews
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- Jan. 29, 2025
The staff we interacted with was awesome!!
- Jan. 28, 2025
Good experience. Thanks to all.
- Jan. 14, 2025
Love coming here for glasses and contacts. The staff is amazing, nice and welcoming.
- Jan. 03, 2025
The staff is always helpful and Nice
- Jan. 01, 2025
Very friendly people that make you feel comfortable
- Dec. 17, 2024
Always a great experience! Loren & Dr. Hieb have been fantastic to work with every time I've been in... . Alex is so friendly too. Such a lovely place with top notch staff!!
- Dec. 16, 2024
Cindy the Doc and the whole team are fantastic. I’m blind in one eye and have a special prescripti... on and the have made all 7 pairs I’ve bought correctly. First eye care provider to ever do this for me. They have a customer for life. KLO
- Dec. 09, 2024
Top Level Care! Friendly & Fun Staff & Doctors!
- Dec. 04, 2024
GREAT service.
- Nov. 12, 2024
The staff was professional and very helpful I recommend them to everybody and I already have recomme... nded thank you for everything you have done for me and for just being such a good place that you are
- Nov. 10, 2024
I felt very welcomed in this office, they take very good care of their patients.
- Nov. 01, 2024
Great people, timely, thorough.
- Oct. 25, 2024
Everyone is very friendly and it’s a comfortable environment.
- Oct. 20, 2024
Nice people great help
- Oct. 08, 2024
Dr Riggs is an incredible doctor. I'm so very lucky to have him leading my eye care. Can't recommend... enough!
- Sep. 28, 2024
The staff is extremely helpful and caring. They work hard to make your experience positive. My new l... enses needed some adjusting and they were incredibly patient and diligent in getting it right. Thank you, Cindy, Ali and Loren.
- Sep. 24, 2024
MICHAEL is the most helpful customer service worker I’ve ever had the pleasure of speaking with!!!...
- Sep. 04, 2024
Eye had a great experience here. Fast, professional, affordable service and eye enjoyed talking with... the optometrist. Eye'm glad to have a eye doctor near me that eye can trust.
- Aug. 17, 2024
Great service and very friendly
- Aug. 16, 2024
The Best Staff very professional polite and knowledgeable I definitely recommend this place

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Your Astigmatism Treatment Specialist in Thornton

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • VSP
  • Spectera

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Ready to see the world more clearly?

Contact us to schedule your eye exam!

(303) 450-0200