압구정안과의원 | 강남스마일라식

Smile lasik

Small

SMALL

It minimizes corneal damage through a small incision of approximately 2 mm.

Incision

INCISION

A precise incision is made only within the necessary area to reduce the burden.

Lenticule

LENTICULE

Only the tissue required for vision correction is selectively shaped.
* A thin, lens-shaped tissue (lenticule) created within the cornea.

Extraction

EXTRACTION

Unnecessary tissue is removed to improve vision.

SMILE is a surgical technique that bypasses large incisions,
instead removing the lenticule through a microscopic 2mm opening.

By minimizing surface damage, it shortens procedure time and reduces pain,
ensuring a swift and stable visual recovery.

Apgujeong Eye Clinic YOUTUBE | Essential Information Before Choosing a SMILE LASIK Clinic

ZEISS technology and
Apgujeong Eye Clinic's medical philosophy
combine to deliver superior SMILE outcomes.

Precision laser technology alone is not enough.
True excellence in SMILE is achieved when
clinical judgment and deep experience meet.

At Apgujeong Eye Clinic,
we leverage 180 years of German engineering
from ZEISS for every SMILE procedure.

ZEISS, a global leader in optics, provides the cutting-edge systems that
support the precise surgical procedures at Apgujeong Eye Center.

German ZEISS optical microscopes
with 180 years of heritage.

Femtosecond laser with a curved contact surface
designed specifically for corneal structures.

An automated eye-tracking and fixation system
ensuring precise centering during surgery.

All SMILE LASIK surgeons at Apgujeong Eye Center
are all ZEISS-certified
SMILE Doctors.

Based on extensive clinical experience,
we do our best to ensure safe and accurate surgery for every patient.

The SMILE LASIK Surgical Process

The procedure is performed under local anesthetic eye drops
and takes less than 5 minutes. Vision recovers relatively quickly right after surgery.

Step 01

Step 01: Femtosecond Laser Irradiation
Corneal stroma correction using a femtosecond laser.

Step 02

Step 02: 2mm Micro-incision
A minimal incision of approximately 2mm is made on the corneal surface.

Step 03

Step 03: Lenticule Removal
Removal of the corneal stroma (lenticule) through the micro-incision.

Key Features of SMILE LASIK

Effective for High Myopia

Since no corneal flap is created, corneal structural stability is maintained,
making the surgery possible even for patients with high myopia.

Improvement of dry eye symptoms & light sensitivity

Improvement of dry eye symptoms and light sensitivity (halos/glare).

Fast Recovery, Rapid Return to Daily Life

Vision correction is possible with only a tiny incision, resulting in minimal pain
and allowing you to return to your daily routine the very next day.

Resistant to External Impact

By eliminating the need for a corneal flap, the risk of flap displacement or dislocation is minimized,
making it ideal for those with active lifestyles or high-intensity sports.