SMILE LASIK Laser Eye Surgery
in Fort Worth, TX
What Is SMILE LASIK?
The unique SMILE LASIK operation uses an ultraprecise femtosecond laser, one of the trusted lasers used in LASIK, to create a small disc of tissue just under the surface layer of your cornea. When this disc or “lenticule” is removed via a minuscule opening in the eye, the curvature of the cornea is precisely changed: this helps your eye focus and can dramatically improve your vision.
The Advantages of SMILE LASIK
- It’s optimized for even severe myopia (nearsightedness) and mild astigmatism
- Because there’s no flap created with SMILE LASIK, recovery is often quicker than other surgeries
- It’s less likely to cause side-effects like dry eye, making it a preferable option for patients who already suffer from occasional or chronic dryness
- This minimally invasive procedure even allows patients to return to normal activities as quickly as the next day, including exercise and wearing makeup
SMILE LASIK offers our patients the latest advancements in laser eye surgery, and while it may be new to you, over six million eyes have been successfully treated. Alliance is proud to offer the latest, FDA-approved technology to our patients!
SMILE Eye Surgery at Alliance Vision Institute
Most likely, yes! SMILE LASIK is an excellent choice for correcting myopia and minor astigmatism. The minimally invasive procedure and quick recovery time make SMILE a terrific option for patients with active lifestyles or who work in physically demanding occupations.
You must be at least 21 years old, in overall good eye health, have sufficient corneal thickness, and keep a stable vision prescription for at least this past year. Our team can provide you with all the details during a consultation and determine if SMILE LASIK is right for you.
You’ll need someone with you to drive you home after SMILE surgery, and for the next 24 hours, you should avoid eye-straining activities such as reading, watching television, or using the computer more than absolutely necessary.
You will likely experience some fluctuation in your vision, but you should start seeing some improvement within just a few hours. You’ll receive prescription eyedrops to use for the next week to 10 days. While recovery can take at most a couple of weeks, most patients report that their eyes were fully healed, and they enjoyed complete vision correction about a week after SMILE surgery!
Your SMILE Surgeons
Am I a Candidate for SMILE?
Most likely, yes! SMILE LASIK is an excellent choice for correcting myopia and minor astigmatism. The minimally invasive procedure and quick recovery time make SMILE a terrific option for patients with active lifestyles or who work in physically demanding occupations.
You must be at least 21 years old, in overall good eye health, have sufficient corneal thickness, and keep a stable vision prescription for at least this past year. Our team can provide you with all the details during a consultation and determine if SMILE LASIK is right for you.
Recovery from SMILE
You’ll need someone with you to drive you home after SMILE surgery, and for the next 24 hours, you should avoid eye-straining activities such as reading, watching television, or using the computer more than absolutely necessary.
You will likely experience some fluctuation in your vision, but you should start seeing some improvement within just a few hours. You’ll receive prescription eyedrops to use for the next week to 10 days. While recovery can take at most a couple of weeks, most patients report that their eyes were fully healed, and they enjoyed complete vision correction about a week after SMILE surgery!
Can I Receive SMILE LASIK with Astigmatism?
Life after SMILE LASIK
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