Can LASIK correct hyperopia?

Yes — LASIK can correct hyperopia (farsightedness or plus power) up to approximately +4D to +5D in eligible patients. Hyperopia correction requires sufficient corneal tissue and a thorough pre-operative assessment.

Key Facts

• LASIK corrects hyperopia by steepening the central cornea
• Range: +1D to +5D (beyond +5D, outcomes are less predictable)
• Corneal thickness must be assessed — hyperopia correction removes more tissue than myopia correction
• InnovEyes LASIK is preferred for hyperopia — more customisable ablation profile
• Age matters: hyperopia LASIK outcomes are most stable from 25–45 years

Guidelines & Tips

• Hyperopia LASIK has a slightly higher regression rate than myopia LASIK
• Best results are achieved with Contoura or InnovEyes for hyperopia
• If you also have astigmatism (compound hyperopia), LASIK still corrects both together
• Hyperopia above +5D may be better treated with a lens-based procedure (ICL or RLE)
• Pre-op evaluation checks corneal thickness, topography, and pupil size for hyperopia eligibility
• Centre For Lasik regularly treats hyperopia patients — ask about InnovEyes at your free evaluation