Eye Care

SMILE Vision Correction in Vietnam

Understand small-incision lenticule extraction and its eligibility criteria.

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Illustrative slit-lamp eye examination

TREATMENT OVERVIEW

Understanding SMILE Vision Correction

SMILE removes a laser-created lenticule through a small corneal incision to correct eligible refractive errors. It differs from LASIK’s flap-based approach.

General information to help you prepare. Your treating clinician determines suitability and care.

TREATMENT OPTIONS

Options & approaches

Compare with LASIK, surface treatments and non-surgical correction after a complete eye examination. Device names do not determine the best option for everyone.

DISCUSS WITH YOUR CLINICIAN

Suitability & considerations

Corneal measurements, prescription and ocular health guide selection. Discuss dry eye, visual symptoms and how any residual prescription would be managed.

FROM ASSESSMENT TO FOLLOW-UP

Your care pathway

  1. Refractive and corneal assessment

  2. procedure selection

  3. lenticule creation and removal

  4. vision and healing reviews.

PLAN YOUR BUDGET

Estimated budget

Indicative amount
$2,400–$3,000per treatment plan

For SMILE or SMILE Pro planning. Confirm the laser platform, bilateral treatment and follow-up coverage.

What shapes your budget?

  • Laser platform & surgical method
  • Prescription, corneal health & dry eye
  • Hospital, screening & follow-up

Estimates in USD, rounded up for planning. Final costs depend on exchange rates, your assessment, treatment plan and chosen provider; travel and accommodation are separate.

BEFORE YOU TRAVEL

Planning your visit

Confirm contact-lens restrictions before testing and the required postoperative review schedule before planning travel.

GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SMILE always safer than LASIK?
No universal claim is appropriate; individual anatomy and risks matter.
Does it correct every prescription?
No. Eligibility depends on refractive and corneal criteria.
Is recovery immediate?
Vision settles differently for each person and follow-up is still needed.
What if I still need glasses?
Ask about realistic expectations and management of residual error.

LET’S PLAN YOUR CARE

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