Can you get SMILE eye surgery while visiting Seoul, South Korea?

EYEREUM Eye Clinic

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Can you get SMILE eye surgery during a trip to Seoul, South Korea? As an ophthalmologist at EYEREUM Eye Clinic, I’ll walk you through the typical timeline for international patients considering SMILE laser vision correction in Gangnam, Seoul.

Before your flight: Stop wearing contact lenses before your eye examination to help ensure accurate measurements. The required lens-free period depends on the type of contact lenses you wear, so confirm this with the clinic when booking—especially if you wear hard lenses or Ortho-K lenses.

Day 1: Have a comprehensive eye examination in the morning. If your eyes meet the eligibility criteria and you are properly prepared, SMILE surgery may be possible that afternoon. However, not everyone is a suitable candidate for laser vision correction, and same-day surgery is determined after the examination.

Day 2: Return for a follow-up examination so I can check your recovery and provide personalized aftercare instructions. If your recovery allows, you can continue exploring Seoul while following your post-operative care guidelines.

During recovery: Avoid swimming pools and saunas for at least one week, or as directed by your doctor. Eye makeup can usually be resumed after about one day, but I’ll confirm the appropriate timing at your follow-up.

Before flying home: Schedule a final check-up before departure. I’ll provide your medication instructions and medical records in English, either printed or by email, to help you continue your care after returning home.

Your care doesn’t end when you leave Korea. If you have questions or notice anything concerning after returning home, you can contact our clinic by email or WhatsApp for guidance.

Planning a trip to Korea for SMILE eye surgery? I recommend allowing at least two to three days in Seoul, with your travel plans and departure timing arranged around your examination, surgery eligibility, and follow-up schedule.

A pre-operative assessment is essential to determine whether SMILE is appropriate for your eyes.

Medical reviewer: [Dr. Byunghoon Chung], MD, Ophthalmologist, EYEREUM Eye Clinic
 

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