Imagine a specs removal surgery that reshapes your cornea without creating a flap – sounds high-tech, right? Now stop imagining because SMILE Pro eye surgery does exactly that – that too in just 9 seconds!
SMILE Pro has redefined vision correction with its revolutionary AI+robotic technology. The surgery is completely flapless, bladeless, and painless.
Now, if you’re confused about how a surgery can reshape your cornea without actually touching it with a blade, this blog is for you.
What is SMILE Pro Eye Surgery?
First things first, a little introduction- SMILE Pro or Small Lenticule Extraction Pro is the world’s 1st AI+robotic specs removal laser surgery. It is performed using the ZEISS VisuMax 800 machine, which delivers precise and fast femtosecond laser pulses.
Unlike traditional LASIK surgeries that use a blade to create a corneal flap, SMILE Pro does not involve the use of a blade or the creation of a corneal flap. Instead, the femtosecond laser is used to create a tiny disc-shaped lenticule inside the cornea. This lenticule is then extracted through a small side incision (2-4mm). This results in a reshaped cornea and, subsequently, improved vision. The size of the lenticule depends on the refractive error of the patient.
In general, SMILE Pro is approved by the US-FDA to correct myopia (up to -10 D) and myopic astigmatism (-5 D) (via ZEISS[1]).
Why is SMILE Pro the Most Advanced Bladeless Surgery?
No blade, no flap
Conventional LASIK depends on the creation of a corneal flap to reshape the cornea. SMILE Pro completely eliminates this by using a femtosecond laser instead of a blade, and creating a lenticule and a small side incision instead of a flap. This helps maintain the cornea’s structural integrity.
Minimally Invasive Approach
The minimally invasive approach allows for:
- Faster healing
- Enhanced post-surgery comfort
- Reduced dry eye symptoms or other post-op complications
9-Second Procedure
The VisuMax 800 laser system delivers ultra-fast and precise laser pulses that correct refractive errors in just 9 seconds (per eye)! This ensures:
- Surgical precision
- Comfortable surgery experience
- Overall safety and minimal risk of dry eyes
24-Hour Recovery
Since the cornea retains its structural integrity, most patients report stable and enhanced visual outcomes – in just 24 hours. This makes the surgery an ideal option for travellers, working professionals, students, athletes, and people with active lifestyles.
Who Can Undergo SMILE Pro?
It is crucial to meet the SMILE Pro eligibility criteria to undergo the procedure. It is a suitable specs removal option for individuals who:
- Are aged 18 or above
- Have had a stable eye power for at least 1 year
- Are not pregnant or nursing
- Have good overall health
- Have no other major eye conditions
- Who fit the range of refractive error stipulated by the manufacturer
*Note: A set of comprehensive eye tests and evaluation at Sohana Hospital determines an individual’s eligibility for the procedure.
SMILE Pro at Sohana Hospital
Sohana Hospital aims to provide the most advanced specs removal technologies combined with the expertise of the best LASIK doctors. The hospital boasts a complete range of diagnostic facilities along with all US-FDA approved specs removal options.
If your screening tests deem you fit to undergo SMILE Pro eye surgery, you can expect:
- Bladeless, flapless, painless surgery
- 100% safety
- Hassle-free experience
- Proper pre- and post-op guidance by doctors
- Affordable prices
- Easy no-cost EMIs
We don’t just aim to give you permanent freedom from your specs – we aim to deliver the best vision quality along with world-class patient care.
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