SMILE Pro After LASIK or PRK
Patients who have previously had LASIK or PRK sometimes ask whether SMILE Pro can be used as an enhancement or alternative if their vision has changed.
Why This Requires Special Assessment Prior refractive surgery changes the shape and thickness of your cornea, which must be carefully evaluated before considering any further procedure, including SMILE Pro. Corneal Thickness After Prior Surgery Because LASIK and PRK already remove some corneal tissue, remaining corneal thickness is an especially important factor when assessing candidacy for a further procedure. Is SMILE Pro Suitable as an Enhancement? Whether SMILE Pro specifically (versus other enhancement techniques) is appropriate depends on your individual corneal measurements and surgical history — this varies significantly between patients. What Your Surgeon Will Review Your surgeon will review your original surgery records where available, along with current diagnostic measurements, to assess your options. Discussing Your Options Bring any available records of your original LASIK or PRK procedure to your consultation to support an accurate assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have SMILE Pro after LASIK?
This depends on your individual corneal measurements and surgical history — assessed case by case.
What records should I bring if I've had LASIK or PRK before?
Bring any available records of your original procedure to support an accurate assessment.
This information is for general education and does not replace an eye examination or medical advice. Suitability for SMILE Pro depends on prescription, corneal measurements, eye health and assessment by a qualified ophthalmologist or refractive surgeon.
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