SmartSight · SCHWIND ATOS
NEW SMILE LASIK
Small-incision vision correction for myopia and astigmatism. A thin piece of corneal tissue is removed without creating a flap. An examination confirms whether it suits your eyes.
- ATOS
- Laser platform
- SmartSight
- Lenticule extraction
- Small incision
- No corneal flap
- Exam first
- Individual care plan
Equipment photograph published on the clinic website. This is not a treatment-stage diagram.
Understanding NEW SMILE LASIK
What changes inside the cornea?
SmartSight changes the corneal shape by removing a lenticule through a small incision.
SCHWIND ATOS
A femtosecond laser creates a thin, lens-shaped piece of tissue inside the cornea.
No corneal flap
The surgeon removes this tissue through a small incision. This procedure does not use an excimer laser to reshape the cornea.
Myopia and astigmatism
The procedure can be considered for suitable prescriptions. An eye examination determines whether it suits you.
Measured for your eyes
Your prescription, corneal shape and thickness, and eye health are checked before recommending surgery.
Follow-up matters
Healing and visual recovery vary. Keep the follow-up appointments agreed with your clinic.
Planning your visit
Your examination comes first.
Arrange your visit, have your eyes examined, and agree on treatment and follow-up with the surgeon.
01Contact the coordinatorAsk about appointments and share your travel dates.
02Arrange your visitConfirm visit details and the time needed for tests.
03Have an examinationThe clinic checks your prescription, cornea and eye health in person.
04Discuss your care planThe surgeon explains suitability, alternatives, risks and timing.
05Attend follow-upFollow the clinic’s aftercare instructions and review schedule.
Ask about NEW SMILE LASIK.
Our coordinators can help arrange your visit. The surgeon confirms treatment suitability after an in-person examination.
What is NEW SMILE LASIK?
NEW SMILE LASIK is the clinic’s name for SmartSight vision correction using the SCHWIND ATOS femtosecond laser. A thin piece of corneal tissue, called a lenticule, is formed inside the cornea and removed through a small opening. This changes how the cornea focuses light.
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SmartSight is used to correct nearsightedness and astigmatism. It does not create a LASIK flap or use an excimer laser to remove tissue. An eye examination is needed to determine whether it suits your eyes.
Who is NEW SMILE LASIK for?
Your surgeon considers your prescription and whether it is stable, the shape and thickness of your cornea, the health of the eye surface, and other eye conditions. Having nearsightedness or astigmatism alone does not mean that surgery is suitable.
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Tell the clinic about previous eye treatment, current medicines, contact lens use, dry-eye symptoms, and any relevant health changes. The final recommendation follows an in-person examination; it cannot be made from an online enquiry alone.
How NEW SMILE LASIK works, step by step
- Examination and planning: Your surgeon reviews your eye measurements, discusses alternatives and risks, and confirms the treatment plan.
- Numbing drops: Eye drops numb the surface of the eye before the procedure.
- Create the lenticule: The ATOS femtosecond laser defines a thin lenticule within the cornea.
- Make a small access incision: The laser creates a small opening to reach the lenticule; no LASIK flap is made.
- Remove the lenticule: The surgeon removes the lenticule through the opening to change the cornea’s shape.
- Checks and aftercare: The team explains your eye drops, follow-up visits, and how to contact the clinic if symptoms concern you.
Does laser eye surgery hurt during the procedure?
Numbing drops are used before treatment. You may still notice pressure or discomfort, and experiences differ. Tell the team if you feel pain. Irritation or a gritty feeling can occur afterwards; follow the care instructions provided for your eyes.
The technology behind it
The SCHWIND ATOS is a femtosecond laser platform. For SmartSight, it creates the lenticule and access incision. Corneal measurements and an eye examination guide the plan.
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The device name alone does not identify the procedure: ATOS can also create a flap for a different technique, FemtoLASIK.
SmartSight and FemtoLASIK: what is different?
SmartSight removes a lenticule through a small incision. FemtoLASIK creates a hinged corneal flap with a femtosecond laser, reshapes the tissue beneath it with an excimer laser, and repositions the flap. These are different ways of changing the cornea’s shape.
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This is a comparison of treatment methods, not a ranking. Ask your surgeon which options suit your measurements and why. The clinic’s NEW SMILE LASIK page describes SmartSight.
Recovery and follow-up
- After treatment: Follow your prescribed eye-drop and protection instructions. Arrange help with the journey home.
- Early recovery: Vision and comfort can fluctuate. Do not rub your eyes, and ask the clinic when to resume work, driving, exercise, and swimming.
- Follow-up checks: Attend the visits agreed with your surgeon, even if your vision feels clearer.
- Before leaving Korea: Confirm your follow-up plan and where to seek care after you return home. Recovery is individual; a next-day check does not mean that healing is complete.
Risks and considerations
Possible problems include dry-eye symptoms, glare or halos, fluctuating vision, and remaining prescription. Some people still need glasses or further care. Infection or reduced vision can also occur.
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Your surgeon should explain the risks relevant to your eyes and the alternatives, including not having surgery. Seek prompt medical advice for severe pain or worsening vision rather than waiting for a scheduled visit.
Planning treatment in Seoul
Before travelling to the clinic in Gangnam, discuss the examination, available language support, and time needed for follow-up. Keep your travel plans flexible until your surgeon has assessed your eyes. Surgery may be postponed or another option recommended after the examination.
Cost
Ask the clinic for a current written estimate. Confirm which examination, treatment, medicines, and follow-up visits are included and which may be charged separately. The recommended treatment and final cost depend on your examination; an enquiry does not confirm eligibility or a surgery booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long does NEW SMILE LASIK take?
The laser stage is only part of the visit. Allow time for preparation, treatment, and checks. Ask the clinic for the appointment schedule for your plan rather than arranging travel around a fixed procedure time.
When can I see clearly after surgery?
Visual recovery differs from person to person. Early improvement does not mean that vision has settled or healing is complete. Your follow-up examinations guide advice about daily activities and further care.
Can I discuss treatment before travelling to Korea?
Yes. You can ask about the visit, language support, and information to bring. A conversation or previous prescription does not replace the eye measurements and in-person examination needed to decide whether surgery is suitable.
How do I choose between SmartSight and FemtoLASIK?
Ask your surgeon to explain how each suitable option relates to your corneal measurements, prescription, eye health, and priorities. A procedure name or advertised recovery time alone is not enough to choose.
How should I prepare for the examination and surgery?
Ask when to stop wearing your particular contact lenses before measurements. Follow the clinic’s instructions about eye makeup and medicines, bring relevant eye-care records, and arrange help getting home after treatment.
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