SMILE LASIK (Small Incision LASIK) is the newest form of LASIK. It allows for an even quicker recovery and maximum comfort for you.
SMILE LASIK has been available for over a decade and is a slight variation on All-Laser LASIK. In this procedure, we use a single laser to perform the treatment where a contact-lens shaped layer of tissue is created by the laser and then removed through a tiny opening. It does offer some slight advantages in terms of recovery and may offer some benefit in terms of reducing the risk of dry eye. However, it cannot be performed on people who are farsighted (hyperopic).
✓ It’s Safe and Proven – Over 4 million SMILE LASIK procedures performed worldwide.
✓ It’s Comfortable – SMILE LASIK uses the lowest pressure laser available.
✓ It’s FAST – Return to working out, swimming, and wearing makeup even faster!
SMILE LASIK is performed using an advanced all-in-one laser. During treatment, the laser creates a thin, contact-lens shaped layer just beneath the surface of the eye. The layer is removed through a tiny opening. This changes the shape of the cornea, thereby correcting your vision!
We usually recommend SMILE LASIK for patients with nearsightedness, with or without astigmatism, especially for people who want to return to their active lifestyle quickly . The best way to find out for sure is to come in for your FREE consultation!
Laser vision correction is a group of procedures that reshape the cornea (the clear front surface of your eye) to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The goal is to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses or contact lenses, improving your natural vision.
We specialize in multiple advanced vision correction options that are each consider Modern LASIK:
You may be a good candidate if you:
A full consultation with our doctors, including an Advanced Vision Analysis, determines your ideal procedure.
This is not true. Laser vision correction can correct astigmatism. Modern LASIK techniques are highly accurate and are customized to effectively correct astigmatism.
Both are proven, safe, and highly effective when matched to the right patient.
Yes. Modern laser and lens-based vision correction procedures are among the safest elective surgeries performed today. Millions of patients worldwide have achieved excellent results. Complications are rare and typically avoidable through thorough advanced screening and surgeon experience.
The risk of blindness from laser vision correction is zero at our office. Severe complications are rare, and any issues are typically temporary or can be effectively managed.
Follow-up visits and medicated eye drops ensure safe healing.
Most patients enjoy clear vision without glasses for many years. However, natural age-related changes like presbyopia (difficulty reading up close) can develop after age 40. Options such as blended vision or lens-based surgery (aka Custom Lens Replacement) can address this.
LASIK, PRK, and SMILE are permanent for most patients. Some patients will experience a slight change in prescription, which can be addressed through an enhancement or retreatment. Over time, changes in vision will occur that cause some patients to think it’s because “my LASIK wore off.” This is not the case. Vision changes will occur as the natural lens inside the eye ages (like the rest of our bodies). Luckily, lens-related changes can be addressed via Custom Lens Replacement (CLR).
Temporary dryness, glare, or halos can occur, especially early in recovery. Serious complications are very rare. Choosing a surgeon with extensive experience and advanced technology minimizes these risks.
Cost depends on the procedure. We offer transparent pricing, flexible payment options, and accept HSA/FSA funds to make vision correction affordable.
Our surgeons perform a comprehensive assessment, including:
Based on these results, your surgeon will recommend the safest, most effective treatment plan for your eyes. In many cases, the procedure chooses you.
Long-term contact lens use is associated with a higher risk of serious infection than laser vision correction. Studies show you are significantly more likely to develop a serious infection from wearing contacts than from having laser vision correction.
