2026-07-20
Actor Hyun Seok visited Smile Eye Clinic! / Actor Hyun Seok / Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic
Actor Hyun Seok, known for dramas like 'Hwang Jini' and 'Empress Myeongseong,' visited Smile Eye Clinic for an eye exam, revealing presbyopia and cataracts.
Are you enjoying the hot summer?
Today, we had a delightful visitor at Smile Eye Clinic:
Actor Hyun Seok!
If you watch a lot of dramas, you'll be happy to see him!
He's a famous actor who has appeared in countless works,
including ‘Hwang Jini’, ‘Empress Myeongseong’, ‘Romance’,
‘You Are My Destiny’, and ‘Dear Heaven’!!!
Actor Hyun Seok, who visited Smile Eye Clinic today,
mentioned that he had LASIK vision correction surgery
21 years ago.
He said his vision used to be good,
but recently he's noticed it gradually deteriorating.
After the examination and checking the results,
it was found that Actor Hyun Seok's eyes
are currently experiencing both presbyopia and cataracts.
▲For those who are unsure about the differences between presbyopia and cataracts,
we recommend checking out this link!
Dr. Yeom Dong-ju, the chief director of Smile Eye Clinic,
said, ‘Since the optic nerve in the retina is well-preserved, the results of cataract surgery are likely to be good.’
Today, we shared the news that Actor Hyun Seok visited Smile Eye Clinic
for an examination.
For those aged 40 and above,
we recommend visiting us for a detailed examination
to check your current eye condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did actor Hyunseok visit Smile Eye Clinic?
Actor Hyunseok had LASIK surgery 21 years ago, but recently felt his vision was deteriorating, so he visited Smile Eye Clinic. He came to check his current eye condition through a precise examination.
What caused actor Hyunseok's vision deterioration?
After medical examination, it was confirmed that actor Hyunseok's eyes were simultaneously experiencing presbyopia and cataracts. These two conditions are the main causes of his current vision deterioration.
Can presbyopia or cataracts occur even after LASIK?
Yes, they can occur. As in actor Hyunseok's case, presbyopia and cataracts can develop even 21 years after LASIK vision correction surgery. LASIK is a surgery that corrects the cornea, while presbyopia and cataracts are diseases related to the lens.
What is the prognosis for actor Hyunseok's cataract surgery?
Dr. Yeom Dong-ju, the chief director of Smile Eye Clinic, diagnosed that actor Hyunseok's retinal optic nerve is well-preserved, indicating that the cataract surgery results will be good. This suggests a positive surgical prognosis.
From what age is it recommended to receive a detailed eye examination?
This article recommends that individuals aged 40 and above visit for a detailed examination to check their current eye condition. Regular check-ups are important for eye health management.