SMILE Pro Safety

Benefits SMILE Pro is a flapless, minimally invasive procedure that may offer a lower dry-eye risk profile compared to flap-based procedures for some patients, along with a fast laser treatment time. Limitations SMILE Pro is not suitable for every patient or every prescription range. Corneal thickness, degree of refractive error, and overall eye health all affect candidacy, and some patients may be better suited to a different procedure or no procedure at all. Potential Side Effects Temporary symptoms such as dry eyes, glare, halos around lights at night, or light sensitivity are commonly reported during healing for refractive procedures, including SMILE Pro, and typically resolve over time. Possible Complications As with any surgical procedure, complications, though uncommon, are possible, including under-correction, over-correction, or the need for a touch-up procedure. Your surgeon will discuss the specific risks relevant to your case during consultation. Suitability Assessment A comprehensive pre-operative assessment is intended to identify factors that may increase risk, so that only appropriate candidates proceed with treatment. Technology and Surgeon Factors Outcomes can be influenced by the technology used and the experience of the surgical team. FIO Hospital's SMILE Pro procedures are performed on the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 platform under Prof. Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Khattak. Follow-Up Care Attending all scheduled follow-up appointments allows early identification and management of any concerns. Emergency or Warning Guidance Severe pain, sudden vision loss, or unusual discharge should be reported to your surgical team immediately rather than waiting for a scheduled visit.