IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - ECVA has reopened our 3712 Southwestern Boulevard, Orchard Park, NY location. New & Improved!   

   IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - ECVA has reopened our 3712 Southwestern Boulevard, Orchard Park, NY location. New & Improved!   

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Phone: 716-631-EYES(3937)

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Astigmatism

Overview of Astigmatism

This is a problem with the shape of your eye. It makes it hard for your eye to focus. This keeps you from seeing clearly. Astigmatism can affect both your near and far vision.

What Causes Astigmatism?

In some cases, it's caused by a poorly-shaped cornea. That's the clear window at the front of your eye. Instead of a smooth, rounded curve, your cornea may have an oval shape. This condition can also be caused by a problem with the shape of the lens inside your eye. Often, astigmatism is something you're born with.

Astigmatism Symptoms

If you have astigmatism, your vision may be blurry. You may find that you squint or strain your eyes often. This is uncomfortable, and it can cause headaches. And, you may have trouble seeing at night.

Treatment of Astigmatism

Treatment depends on your needs. If your astigmatism is mild, you may not need any treatment at all. But if it's bothering you, it can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses or surgery. Your doctor will let you know the best way to treat your vision problem.

Careers at ECVA

Four Western New York Offices

Elmwood Village

Map and directions to the Elmwood Village office of Eye Care & Vision Associates, Buffalo, NY

932 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
P: 716.884.0880
F: 716.884.0811

Southtowns

Map and directions to the Orchard Park office of Eye Care & Vision Associates, Buffalo, NY

3712 Southwestern Blvd
Orchard Park, NY 14127
P: 716.648.5329
F: 716.648.3185

Niagara Falls

Map and directions to the Niagara Falls office of Eye Care & Vision Associates, Buffalo, NY

6917 Plaza Drive
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
P: 716.731.6434
F: 716.731.6439

Williamsville

Map and directions to the Williamsville office of Eye Care & Vision Associates, Buffalo, NY

811 Maple Road
Buffalo, NY 14221
P: 716.631.8888
F: 716.204.1050