SMARTSIGHT WILL SET YOU FREE FROM GLASSES
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM SMARTSIGHT
How it works
SmartSight is an advanced and innovative laser eye surgery technique. It employs a single laser to create an ultra-thin disc of corneal tissue, known as a lenticule, which is carefully extracted through a small incision.
This state-of-the-art procedure is renowned for its safety, precision, and gentleness. It delivers exceptional visual outcomes with minimal disruption, providing rapid visual recovery and enhanced post-operative comfort. Compared to other laser eye surgeries, SmartSight is notably less invasive, making it an attractive option for those seeking effective and efficient vision correction
SmartSight is a type of Refractive Lenticule Extraction (ReLEx). This procedure has been around for 18 years and is often referred as ReLEx SMILE.
Designed around patient safety and excellent results, the SCHWIND ATOS femtosecond laser works by using very short laser pulse durations to create a lenticule within the cornea. Some of the benefits include; intelligent eye tracking and pupil recognition, better comfort for the patient with a curved patient interface perfectly fitted to the eye, plus, precision treatment through accurate centring and cyclotorsion control.
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What you need to know about SmartSight
Why SmartSight?
SmartSight is a great option for correcting short-sightedness (Myopia) and Astigmatism. We also offer other forms of laser eye surgery, LASIK and PRK, to correct a wider range of prescriptions.
All of our laser procedures are safe and effective producing excellent results.
The biggest difference is the healing time and experience after the procedure.
Are there any risks to SmartSight eye surgery?
With improved technology, it is uncommon to have complications affecting your vision.
However, as with any surgical procedure, some of the risks involved are:
- Loss of suction
- Dry eyes – although less than other types of laser eye surgery
- Over-correction and under-correction
- Complications creating the lenticule
- Haloes and night glare
- Loss of best corrected vision
- Epithelial in growth
- Diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK)
- Kerectasia
Your safety is our number one priority.
With over 30 years of experience and the latest technology, you know you’re in safe hands.
How is SmartSight different to LASIK?
SmartSight is a minimally invasive laser eye surgery with better results than ever before. The smaller incision size in SmartSight compared to LASIK has proven a reduction in dry eye symptoms post-surgery. We believe the cornea will remain stronger than LASIK as the upper layers of the cornea are mostly unaffected in SmartSight, except for the small incision (80% smaller than the LASIK flap).
LASIK also requires two separate lasers, a femtosecond laser to create the flap and then an excimer laser to reshape the cornea to improve your vision whereas SmartSight only uses one.
Plus, overall treatment time is faster with SmartSight.
Advantages of SmartSight
- Excellent vision without glasses or contact lenses almost immediately after the eye surgery.
- No scarring.
- Rapid visual recovery after surgery – patients can usually return to work the next day or within a couple of days.
- Little discomfort during and after the eye surgery procedure
- Both eyes can be treated at the same time
- Smaller incision size compared to LASIK
- Reduction in dry eye symptoms post laser eye surgery
What can I expect during the SmartSight eye procedure?
- The procedure takes about 10 minutes per eye, although the laser treatment itself takes about 30 seconds. You will need to be available for 2-3 hours.
- The laser technology requires a stable and cool room temperature so it is a good idea to wear some warm comfortable clothes.
- When in the theatre you will lie comfortably on a treatment bed under the laser.
- The surgeon will place a speculum around your eyelids, so you don’t have to worry about closing your eyes during the procedure.
How does SmartSight compare to SMILE?
Both SmartSight and SMILE are advanced Refractive Lenticule Extraction (ReLEx) techniques for laser eye surgery, the principles of the procedures are the same but they differ in technology and approach:
Laser System: SmartSight uses the SCHWIND ATOS femtosecond laser, while SMILE employs the Carl ZEISS Visumax femtosecond laser.
Incision Size: SmartSight is designed to be minimally invasive, with an incision size of approximately 3 mm, which is smaller than the incision used in SMILE.
Precision and Comfort: Both methods offer high precision and patient comfort, but SmartSight emphasizes gentleness and rapid visual recovery.
Popularity: SMILE has been around longer and is widely recognized, with over 10 million successful procedures performed globally. SmartSight, being newer, is gaining traction for its innovative features.
Suitability: Both techniques are effective for correcting myopia and astigmatism.
How much does SmartSight eye surgery cost?
SmartSight eye surgery is $7,500 for both eyes.
We have a great range of payment and financing options, so you can find the perfect match.
