SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) is a new type of laser refractive surgery approved by the FDA. SMILE uses the Carl Zeiss VisuMax femtosecond laser system to improve a wide range of vision problems such as myopia (short-sighted), astigmatism, presbyopia (age-related long sight).
The doctor is able to correct vision problems SMILE is a very reliable vision correction technology and it is safer, faster, and higher in quality than LASIK.
SMILE has an upper limit of 1000 degree myopia (short-sighted) and 500 degree astigmatism
not applicable to farsightedness
About 2 minutes
A few days
Product Description
Product Efficacy
Applicable Area and Precautions
FDA |
More than 2,000,000 people worldwide have done SMILE |
Myopia correction |
Astigmatism correction |
Presbyopia correction |
If the healing process is good, it is okay to resume exercising (for example, running, hiking, gym). Optometrists recommend resuming water activities like swimming (with swimming goggles) or take a hot bath one month after the surgery. It is also recommended to resume contact sports such as football, basketball etc. one month after the surgery.