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By Abdulaziz Ali - Medically reviewed by Prof. Akif Ozdamar, on May 05, 2023

SMILE Eye Surgery Complications 

SMILE eye surgery is a quick and effective method of treating myopia and astigmatism. However, it has certain side effects associated with it such as:

  • Inflammation around the incisions
  • Infection
  • Debris around the incision and corneal removal site
  • Glare and Halos which are especially prominent at night
  • Blurry or hazy vision
  • Double vision
  • Dry eyes

SMILE Eye Surgery Recovery Timeline

Recovery time after SMILE eye surgery is way less than other surface laser procedures such as LASIK. In fact, when deciding between SMILE eye surgery vs LASIK, the SMLE eye surgery’s recovery time is one of the major pros in favor of the procedure. 

Laser Eye Surgery Success Rate

The SMILE eye surgery reviews are mostly positive and the procedure has a success rate of 99%. 

How Is The Procedure Performed?

The SMILE eye surgery procedure is performed as an outpatient procedure and takes about 20 to 30 minutes, in total. It is a laser-assisted procedure that focuses on reshaping the cornea to correct myopia and astigmatism. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long does a SMILE eye last?

The results from SMILE eye surgery are permanent, and there have been almost no cases of patients requiring retreatment after a SMILE reLEx eye surgery.

Is smile eye surgery permanent?

Yes, SMILE eye surgery is a permanent solution to nearsightedness.

How is SMILE different from LASIK?

The key difference between SMILE and LASIK is the size of the incision made. While SMILE makes four different small, 60-degree incisions, LASIK creates a 360-degree circular flap-type incision. The purpose of the surgery is the same.