Smile LASIK vs. LASEK: Differences, Side Effects, and Gangnam Smile LASIK Cost

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In modern society, everyone, adults and children alike, uses electronic devices,

leading to many people experiencing discomfort due to deteriorating eyesight.

Recently, with the advancement of medical technology

and the popularization of surgeries like LASIK and LASEK,

the number of people correcting their vision is increasing.

However, as surgical methods and eye clinics have diversified,

it is crucial to choose a vision correction method that suits an individual's corneal condition and eye requirements,

and to select a suitable eye clinic.

Today, we will take some time to explore the differences between Smile LASIK and LASEK, and the cost of Gangnam Smile LASIK.

Vision correction surgery is performed through the ‘cornea’, located at the very front of the eye.

Specifically, it involves correcting the ‘stroma’, the inner part of the cornea.

The types of vision correction surgery are classified into LASIK, LASEK, and Smile,

depending on how this stroma is corrected.

First, LASIK involves creating a flap in the corneal epithelium,

correcting the stroma with a laser, and then closing the flap again.

Since only the created flap needs to heal,

the recovery period is relatively fast, allowing daily activities from the next day.

However, the flap, once created,

is vulnerable to trauma, so external impacts should be avoided.

LASEK involves removing the entire epithelial layer of the cornea with a brush or laser,

and then correcting the stromal part of the cornea.

At this time, since the corneal epithelium is a regenerative area,

new epithelium grows back and heals after a certain period.

While there is significant pain during the epithelial regeneration process

and management is required during the recovery period,

it has the advantage of less tissue removal and no flap creation,

making it strong against external impacts.

Smile, the 4th generation vision correction surgery, can be described as a procedure that combines

the advantages of both LASIK and LASEK.

A special laser device directly penetrates the corneal epithelium

to correct the stroma according to the prescription.

The surgery is completed by removing the corrected lenticule from the eye,

and at this time, the surgery is finalized through a minimal incision on the corneal surface.

Since the incised part is about 1-2mm,

recovery is usually possible by the next day.

Furthermore, because no flap is created on the corneal surface,

it has the advantage of being very resistant to external impacts.

New Smile LASIK is characterized by the use of even more upgraded equipment

compared to Smile LASIK.

While adopting the already stabilized Smile surgical method,

it incorporates technologies such as automatic eye tracking,

compensating for the lower astigmatism correction and glare of conventional Smile LASIK

to produce even better quality vision results.

In terms of cost, New Smile LASIK is

priced similarly to existing Gangnam Smile LASIK costs,

and when compared to Smile Pro, which is also a 5th generation LASIK,

it is almost half the cost.

However, as it is a surgery performed on the eyes,

it is crucial to consider its reliability over cost,

and whether the surgical equipment has many clinical cases

is also a very important factor.

Especially in cases where Smile LASIK is priced under 1 million KRW,

we recommend double-checking the equipment and the clinic.

5th Generation Vision Correction Surgery: Smile Pro vs. New Smile

https://blog.naver.com/smileeye2019/223531765519

In our clinic,

clinical results of New Smile using Schwindt ATOS

showing a target vision of 99% were presented at a conference,

and for three consecutive years in 2022, 2023, and 2024,

we have been selected as the institution with the highest number of surgeries in Korea,

demonstrating extensive clinical experience and proficiency.

Furthermore, Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic

operates an OPEN operating room where guardians or companions can watch the surgery in real-time

to provide patients with trust in transparency and safety.

Our Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic

is equipped with university hospital-level medical and examination equipment

and a systematic examination/surgical system,

always treating each individual with sincerity

during examinations and surgeries.

We also always prioritize the patient

and place transparency and safety above all else.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between SMILE LASIK and LASEK?

SMILE LASIK involves a 1-2mm minimal incision on the corneal surface to correct the lenticule, leading to faster recovery and stronger resistance to external impact. LASEK, on the other hand, involves removing the corneal epithelium before correcting the lenticule; there may be pain during the epithelial regeneration process, but it is also strong against external impact as no flap is created.

How long is the recovery period after SMILE LASIK?

SMILE LASIK involves a minimal incision of about 1-2mm on the corneal surface, so the recovery period is generally fast, allowing daily activities to resume from the day after surgery.

How is New SMILE LASIK different from existing SMILE LASIK?

New SMILE LASIK uses upgraded equipment that combines the stable surgical method of existing SMILE LASIK with technologies like automatic eye tracking. This provides better visual outcomes by compensating for the lower astigmatism correction and glare of traditional SMILE.

Are there any precautions when choosing the cost of SMILE LASIK?

Yes, when choosing the cost of SMILE LASIK, it is important to check the reliability of the surgery and whether the surgical equipment has many clinical cases, rather than simply choosing the cheapest option. Especially for SMILE prices under 1 million won, it is recommended to double-check the equipment or hospital.

What are the clinical results of Gangnam SMILE Eye Center's New SMILE LASIK?

Gangnam SMILE Eye Center announced clinical results for New SMILE using Schwindt ATOS, achieving a target vision of 99% at academic conferences. Furthermore, it has abundant clinical experience and proficiency, having been selected as the institution with the most surgeries in Korea for three consecutive years.