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OPHTHALMOLOGY Procedure

ReLEx SMILE Pro Flapless & Femto-LASIK Vision Correction

Flapless ReLEx SMILE Pro (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction), Femto-LASIK, and Custom Topography-Guided Contoura Vision correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism with 20/20 blade-free precision.

LASIK, SMILE & LASEK laser vision correction
LASIK, SMILE & LASEK laser vision correction

Clinical Overview & Disease Information

Flapless ReLEx SMILE Pro (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction), Femto-LASIK, and Custom Topography-Guided Contoura Vision correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism with 20/20 blade-free precision.

Signs & Symptoms

Early Symptoms
  • Blurry distance or near vision requiring spectacles/contact lenses
  • Frequent eyestrain and headache during computer work
Common Symptoms
  • Refractive errors (Myopia up to -10D, Hyperopia +6D, Astigmatism 5D)
  • Dependence on corrective eyeglasses for daily activities
  • Contact lens intolerance / dry eyes
Emergency Symptoms
  • Sudden severe ocular trauma or chemical injury

Causes & Risk Factors

Primary Causes & Etiology

  • Elongated axial eyeball length (Myopia)
  • Shortened axial length (Hyperopia)
  • Asymmetrical corneal curvature (Astigmatism)

Who is at Higher Risk?

  • Individuals aged 18-45 with stable spectacle power for > 1 year seeking blade-free visual independence

Diagnostic Evaluation & Testing

Diagnostic Test Clinical Purpose / What It Shows
Pentacam HR Corneal Tomography & Pachymetry (Corneal Thickness > 500µm) Excludes subclinical keratoconus, measures pachymetry, and evaluates anterior/posterior elevation
Wavefront Aberrometry & Ocular Response Analyzer (ORA) Maps higher-order optical aberrations and quantifies corneal hysteresis / biomechanics

Comprehensive Treatment Options

ReLEx SMILE Pro Flapless Femtosecond Laser Refractive Extraction

VisuMax 800 femtosecond laser creates a 2mm micro-incision and intrastromal lenticule extracted flaplessly in 10 seconds.

Key Advantages:
100% flapless, preserving 80% higher corneal biomechanical stability
Significantly lower postoperative dry eye incidence
Rapid 24-hour visual recovery to 20/20 vision

Contoura Vision Topography-Guided Femto-LASIK

22,000-point elevation corneal mapping guided excimer laser ablation.

Recommended For:
Patients with high irregular astigmatism or higher-order aberrations

Advanced Medical Technologies Available in Partner Hospitals

VisuMax 800 Femtosecond Laser EX500 Excimer Laser Pentacam HR Corneal Topographer

Possible Complications If Untreated

Transient dry eye (1-3 months)
Mild night-time glare or halos (settles in 2-4 weeks)
Over/under-correction (< 1%)

Recovery Timeline, Diet & Lifestyle Care

Recovery Timeline

Procedure / Stage Expected Recovery Duration
Post-Laser Rest & Protective Shield 4 to 6 hours
20/20 Visual Acuity Normalization 24 to 48 hours
Complete Corneal Healing & Drop Cessation 3 to 4 weeks

Recommended Post-Treatment Diet

  • Hydration 2.5L/day
  • Vitamin C & Omega-3 enriched diet

Essential Lifestyle Changes

  • Wear protective sunglasses outdoors for 1 week
  • Do NOT splash water in eyes or rub eyes for 2 weeks
  • No swimming or eye makeup for 3 weeks
When to Contact a Doctor Urgently:
Sudden decrease in vision
Severe eye pain
Redness or purulent discharge

Prevention & Long-Term Health

Avoid eye rubbing and wear UV400 protective sunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ReLEx SMILE Pro painful?

No, topical anesthetic numbing drops make the entire 10-second laser procedure completely painless.

Top Recommended Specialists Available

Dr. Dilpreet Bajwa

Dr. Dilpreet Bajwa

Sr. Consultant - Ophthalmology & Cornea Services

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Dr. Vishal Arora

Dr. Vishal Arora

Head - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

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Global Cost Comparison Matrix

Procedure USA (Avg) India (ISG) Turkey (Avg) Thailand (Avg)
LASIK, SMILE & LASEK laser vision correction $5,000 $1,500 $2,200 $2,500

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Commonly Prescribed Medications

  • Moxifloxacin 0.5% Drops
  • Fluorometholone 0.1% Drops
  • Preservative-Free Artificial Tears

International Patient Guide

Estimated Stay in India:
Pentacam Tomography & Dilated Exam 1 day
SMILE Pro Laser Procedure 1 day
Day-1 & Day-3 Post-Op Clearance & Flight 4 - 5 days total stay
Documents to Bring:
  • Passport & Visa
  • Spectacle History & Corneal Topography Reports