SMILE Eye Surgery
in Islamabad
SMILE eye surgery in Islamabad — the world's most advanced flapless laser vision correction. FIO Hospital is Pakistan's only ZEISS VISUMAX 800 SMILE Pro centre. No flap, no blade, no stitches. Done in 9 seconds per eye. 99.5% success rate.
ZEISS VISUMAX 800
Machine
FIO Hospital only
Available in Pakistan
9 seconds per eye
Treatment Time
None — flapless
Flap
60% less than LASIK
Dry Eye Risk
Preserved (no flap)
Corneal Strength
What is SMILE Eye Surgery?
SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) is a revolutionary flapless laser eye surgery. Unlike LASIK which creates a corneal flap, SMILE uses a femtosecond laser to create a tiny lens-shaped disc (lenticule) inside the cornea, which is removed through a 2–3mm incision. No flap means no flap-related complications, dramatically less dry eye, and a stronger cornea post-surgery. SMILE Pro — FIO's ZEISS VISUMAX 800 technology — is the most advanced version, taking just 9 seconds per eye.
How SMILE Eye Surgery Works
No Flap Creation
ZEISS VISUMAX 800 creates a lenticule inside the cornea — no flap cut on the surface. Corneal integrity preserved.
9-Second Laser
At 500kHz speed, the entire lenticule creation takes 9 seconds per eye — the world's fastest laser treatment.
Tiny Incision Extraction
The lenticule is removed through a 2–3mm incision — no large cuts, no stitches, minimal disturbance.
Fastest Recovery
Back to work next morning. Most patients drive within 24 hours. Minimal dry eye post-op.
Who is Suitable for SMILE Eye Surgery?
Myopia -0.5 to -10.0 diopters
Astigmatism up to 5.0 diopters
Active lifestyle — contact sports, martial arts
Dry eye sufferers (least dry-eye risk)
Patients concerned about flap complications
Pilots, military, law enforcement
SMILE Pro vs LASIK — Why SMILE is the Future
SMILE Pro (using ZEISS VISUMAX 800) eliminates every flap-related LASIK risk: no flap displacement, no flap striae, no flap melt. The cornea is 20% stronger post-SMILE than post-LASIK because 90% of corneal nerves are preserved (vs 40% in LASIK) — meaning dramatically less dry eye. SMILE Pro is recommended for athletes, pilots, military personnel, and anyone wanting the most advanced, safest procedure available. FIO Hospital is the only centre in Pakistan with ZEISS VISUMAX 800 SMILE Pro.
SMILE Eye Surgery Surgeons — Islamabad
Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Khattak
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
MBBS, FCPS (Ophthalmology), FCPS (Vitreoretina), MRCS (Glasgow), CPHL (Pakistan), ICO (UK), Fellowship in Vitreoretina (Austria), Fellowship in Vitreoretina (USA)
Dr. Muhammad Rafaaq
Eye Specialist
MBBS, FCPS
Associate Prof. Dr. Naila Obaid
Ophthalmologist
FCPS, Associate Professor
Dr. Hassan Raza
Ophthalmologist
FCPS
Prof. Lt Col (R) Dr. M. Ahsan Mukhtar
Ophthalmologist
FCPS, Retired Lt. Colonel — AFMS
SMILE Eye Surgery in Islamabad — FAQ
Is SMILE eye surgery available in Islamabad?
Yes — FIO Hospital Islamabad offers SMILE Pro using the ZEISS VISUMAX 800.
Is SMILE eye surgery better than LASIK in Islamabad?
For most patients, yes. SMILE Pro has 60% less dry-eye risk, no flap, stronger cornea, and equivalent visual outcomes. It is more expensive than standard LASIK but widely considered superior.
What is ZEISS VISUMAX 800 SMILE Pro in Islamabad?
ZEISS VISUMAX 800 is the latest SMILE Pro machine, operating at 500kHz — treating each eye in 9 seconds. It is Pakistan's most advanced laser eye surgery technology, available exclusively at FIO Hospital.
How much does SMILE eye surgery cost in Islamabad?
SMILE Pro at FIO Hospital Islamabad starts from Rs. 80,000 per eye. This includes all pre-op testing, the procedure, drops, and 1-year follow-up. EMI available.
What is the recovery from SMILE eye surgery in Islamabad?
Most patients see clearly within 4–8 hours. Back to work next morning. Driving: within 24 hours. Contact sports: 2 weeks. Swimming: 2 weeks. Overall faster and more comfortable than LASIK.
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