SMILE Pro Age Limit in Islamabad

Minimum and Maximum Age for SMILE Pro SMILE Pro is generally recommended for patients between 18 and 45 years old. Below 18, the eye prescription is often still changing, which can affect long-term surgical outcomes. Above 45, presbyopia (age-related near-vision change) becomes more common, and your surgeon may discuss whether SMILE Pro alone will fully meet your visual needs, or whether an alternative procedure is more suitable. Prescription and Corneal Requirements Beyond age, eligibility depends on your refractive error being within the treatable range, a stable prescription for at least the past 12 months, and corneal thickness sufficient to safely create the treatment lenticule. These are checked using corneal topography and pachymetry during your pre-operative visit — not something that can be confirmed from a written prescription alone. Health Conditions That May Affect Eligibility Certain conditions — active eye infections, uncontrolled diabetes, some autoimmune diseases, and pregnancy or breastfeeding — can mean SMILE Pro needs to be delayed or reconsidered. Your consultant will review your general and ocular health history as part of the eligibility screening. Eligibility Screening in Islamabad Patients from Islamabad can complete the full eligibility work-up at FIO Hospital's Blue Area branch (Jinnah Avenue, Islamabad), which is equipped with the same ZEISS VisuMax 800 diagnostic and treatment platform used at FIO's main campus. There's no need to travel to Peshawar for the initial screening or the procedure itself. What Happens If You're Not Eligible for SMILE Pro If SMILE Pro isn't suitable in your case, that doesn't necessarily rule out vision correction altogether — FIO's consultants in Islamabad can discuss alternatives such as LASIK, ICL, or other refractive options based on your specific eye profile.