SMILE
Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE)
SMILE is a gentle, minimally invasive option for laser vision correction that brings the best of both worlds: improvement of vision and quick healing. It’s an evolution in laser vision correction that could be just what you need to see your best! Millions of successful SMILE procedures have been performed worldwide and we are excited to be the only practice in the Pacific Northwest to offer this technology to you. Call us at 855-64-SMILE to schedule your complimentary consultation.
Our team has over 65 years combined experience working in refractive surgery. Looking forward to eliminating or reducing your dependence on glasses and contacts? Contact us today!
The SMILE Procedure
Step 1: Lenticule Creation – The eye is anesthetized with numbing drops. The femtosecond laser pulses create a contact “lens” shaped lenticule and small incision inside the intact cornea.
Step 2: Lenticule Removal – The lenticule is removed through the incision with minimal disruption to the corneal biomechanics.
Step 3: Impairment is Corrected – Removing the lenticule changes the shape of the cornea, thereby achieving a refractive correction.
SMILE Articles
- SMILE FAQs
- Why is My Vision Blurry?
- Are You a SMILE Candidate?
- SMILE, LASIK and Glasses – Comparing the Total Costs
- Reasons to SMILE
- We Want Your SMILE
- NWES Refractive Program: Comparison Chart
- Understanding Lasik vs SMILE
Considering Refractive Surgery?
Practices that are serious about providing the right custom treatment for each patient should have both LASIK and SMILE technology in their laser vision correction programs. Because we offer both, you can be sure that you’ll receive the absolute best treatment option for your unique eye. Take our Self Test to see if you are a good candidate for surgery.
Compare how much you spend on glasses and contacts to the cost of surgery.
