I heard there are disadvantages to SMILE, but is it okay?

I read an article about the disadvantages of SMILE.

 

SMILE is a vision correction procedure that involves inserting a microblade into the cornea to create a flap, removing the corneal stroma. Compared to LASIK, it offers the advantage of faster recovery and less pain, as the flap does not damage the corneal epithelium.

 

What I found out is Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic.

 

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This is the disadvantage of SMILE LASIK!

The surgery is expensive: It is about 20-30% more expensive than LASIK.

Revision surgery is difficult: Revision surgery may be difficult because a large amount of corneal stroma is removed when creating a corneal flap.

Corneal opacity may occur: Corneal opacity may occur during the process of removing corneal stroma.

 

Keep in mind that SMILE LASIK has its advantages, but also its disadvantages.

I think it's important to choose the vision correction surgery that's right for your situation.

 

Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic says that they minimize the disadvantages of SMILE laser surgery with the best management.

 

To overcome the shortcomings of SMILE, surgical techniques that reduce the amount of corneal stroma during the corneal flap creation process are being developed. These surgical techniques are expected to lower surgical costs, increase the likelihood of reoperation, and lower the incidence of corneal opacity.

 

Therefore, it is recommended that you fully understand the disadvantages of SMILE and choose the vision correction surgery that is right for your situation.