PRK, LASIK, SMILE: What's the Difference? 

Thank you for the concise but detailed information.

The best explanation I've seen on the matter.

Thanks. Very well explained. God bless

I got the SMILE procedure this summer. This was the best surgery for me because my eyesight was pretty bad (nearsightedness, -5.25 and -5.75) and I have an astigmatism. Took about 10 minutes for each eye. Super easy and I had absolutely no pain after. I can see almost 20/20 now but not quite there yet. But my eyesight’s still 100x better than it was before!

Like all things in the world, good and everlasting things take time. I researched this subject for 2 weeks, going to fb group and many forums. A lot of first-hand bad experience made about LASIK results. The military also only accept PRK for demanding activities. It speaks for itself. Had PRK done in 2013. Both eyes were -4,5 with a bit astigmatism. Pain during recovery is bearable. My recovery took a bit long. By 5th days I can read but for far distance still a bit blurry until 2 weeks. After that, I can see better than ever. Even better than when I was a kid.

Finally done with relex smile procedure yesterday. I'm happy to see everything without spectacle.

What they don't say about LASIK VS PRK is LASIK permanently weakens the cornea while PRK takes longer to heal doesn't. So diving or any pressure sensitive activity you can kiss good bye.

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i hv specks and i wana join armed forces, whr specs are not allowed.. wich laser surgery is feasible for me.. wich is not detectable during my medical examination ?

Hi, my question is: are we all candidates with the Smile technique? They tell me that I have thin cornea. Thank you!

A nice simple presentation. There is a comment that followed the presentation that was very negative and entirely untrue. The result of your Lasik surgery will depend on the experience of the surgeon and whether he offers the most advanced technology - all-laser Lasik.

Countoura vision vs femto lasik which best

Awesome presentation

Sir, In smile surgery how much cost pls reply sir

Sir, plz give me detail procedure about Contoura vision surgery. Is this latest technology?

How does Toric ICL work?

I so interested about the smile one. Is any good eyes hospital in Chicago or New York can do it?

So prk doesn’t make cornea thinner?

Had PRK two months ago and my vision is still very blurry :-) heh very nice

Definitely purchases Clear Eyes after listening to the video 😄 #keepsakes.......on a serious tone, I would more than likely (on myself) approach incremental eyesight improvement and health, whilst applying 2 of the procedures mentioned in this video. #please #donation

I don't which one I got but the doctor says it didn't make a flap

Now thee is custom lasik. Can anybody explain it?

Hi, My eye pupils are 8.2mm and i get a comment from doctor saying smile is not good option for such wide pupils, they suggest prk. I have dry eye issue and so afraid from any other options than smile. What should i do?

Sir which one is better for defense Lasik ya smile

How much for a smile surgery?

Can you suggest which is best Smile or controna

What can you say about the stories that people have with the lasik, that the flap comes off after years of the surgery date not healing?

I have undergone prk surgery before 8 days But till now I can not see the far alphabet clearly , so when will my vision completely become clear??

Doctors said that I had thin cornea and suggests to prk .... is it safe ????

That was really helpful. I am considering getting eye surgery done to remove myopia and I have been looking into the new Smile procedure which looks promising. It looks quite straightforward but most of the information online seems to skip the part about the corneal pocket (which remains after the lenticule is extracted). Is the corneal tissue pressed and bonded so the pocket heals over time? Or is there always that "gap" in the deeper level of the cornea?

I just had lasik done and so far so good! Uploaded my surgery to my channel if anyone wants to see what it's like!

I would prefer PRK since it leaves no flap in cornea.

Here is a summary of the risks TWELVE months after LASIK with the Allegretto, AMO, and Nidek LASIK systems, the most recent FDA-approved systems (2014 - 2017). I led the FDA team of scientists in the 1990s that reviewed lasers for corneal refractive ablation procedures. LASIK reduces dependence on glasses for about 50% of patients. The other 50% are MORE dependent on glasses. One year after surgery LASIK patients have a 2% to 20% likelihood of having painful eyes, dry eyes, and vision distortions. LASIK corneas never completely heal resulting in 2% with sight-threatening ectasia, retinal detachments, recurrent corneal erosions, and other complications. Also, 20% - 40% will have dry eyes, painful eyes, and vision distortions persisting for years after surgery. A large percentage of LASIK patients have difficulty with daily visual tasks, at least 2% but probably much higher.

Can someone PLEASE HELP ME OUT. I’m trying to become a fighter pilot, what would be the best procedure out of the three for me? My personal doctor has suggested PRK but I haven’t taken a second opinion. Could someone please tell me

Which one will viable for more years

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How much is it for each procedure cost

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which one is the best and good for eye

IOL accommodating lens implant is other option.

Imo should give it a few more years before going with SMILE

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Thank you for being the dedicated, thoughtful, and compassionate doctor that you are #DrDanjuma You always go above and beyond and work tirelessly towards a healthy outcome. I feel so blessed to be cured from Herpes, Thank you doctor......

I wish that I could see without my glasses

Flash blindness can cure smile surgery!

Thanks a gazillion my sweet sir

What is the risk????

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I got SMILE. No problems.

I had prk last week and my doctor told me that he will remive My contact lenses after 2 weeks 😭 like why?!

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All refractive surgeons are not talking about the most serious complication which is the creation of retinal break and retinal detachment in predisposed eyes

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I don't understand about the SMILE one with the contact lens removed. How did it get in the eye and why remove it?

Good luck. All these procedures cause problems when you need cataract surgery, later in life.

PRK is barbaric compared to Lasik. I am still baffled at PRK being recommended over Lasik. Unless Lasik can't be done for some reason, Lasik is for sure the way to go.

These procedures are dangerous, burning your nerves..40% failures DO NOT BE DUMB LIKE ME..DONT DO THIS

Lying marketing 🤣 B.s...

Thanks a gazillion my sweet sir