Signature LASEK for High Myopia

Laser vision correction may be limited when the cornea is too thin or irregular in shape, when the myopia or astigmatism is outside the safe correctable range, or when there is an active eye disease.

BSM Eye Clinic recommends a suitable procedure after checking corneal thickness and shape and eye health as a whole, and if laser correction is difficult, we consider other methods such as ICL lens implantation.

Even with a thin cornea or high myopia, 2-DAY LASEK may be possible depending on the exam results.

2-DAY LASEK corrects vision on the surface of the cornea without creating a flap, but the higher the myopia, the more corneal tissue is removed.

BSM Eye Clinic's standard is to leave at least 400 micrometers of corneal thickness after surgery, taking a possible future enhancement into account.

If the exam shows that it would be difficult to secure enough residual corneal thickness and stability, we explain other options that do not remove corneal tissue, such as ICL lens implantation.

Yes, LASEK is possible with astigmatism depending on the exam results.

Myopia and astigmatism can be corrected together, and a correction plan is made for each person after checking the corneal shape and the degree and axis of astigmatism with tests such as corneal topography.

If the astigmatism is high or the corneal shape is irregular, another method may be more suitable, so the doctor makes the final decision after a comprehensive exam.

Anesthetic eye drops are used during surgery, so there is almost no pain, although you may feel mild pressure or discomfort.

After surgery, while the corneal epithelium heals, stinging, a foreign-body sensation and watery eyes may occur, and the discomfort tends to be greatest in the first 2 to 3 days.

A protective contact lens and prescribed eye drops help recovery and ease discomfort. Please contact the clinic if the pain gets worse or continues.

Before surgery, we check the overall condition of the eyes, including vision, the degree of myopia and astigmatism, corneal thickness and shape, and dry eye.

BSM Eye Clinic provides the doctor's diagnosis and a one-on-one consultation based on more than 60 exam items, and the exam usually takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.

Additional tests may be needed depending on the results, and the doctor makes the final decision on whether surgery is possible and which method is suitable.

In 2-DAY LASEK, after anesthetic eye drops, the laser removes the corneal epithelium and corrects vision, and then a protective contact lens is placed.

The surgery itself usually takes about 10 minutes for both eyes; with preparation and recovery time it takes longer.

Same-day surgery is possible, but the exam must show that you are suitable and a surgery slot must be available that day. We recommend allowing about 3 to 4 hours from the exam to the surgery when booking.

2-DAY LASEK aims at a quick return to daily life, but the speed of recovery differs from person to person.

Rest is recommended for the first 2 to 3 days after surgery because there may be stinging and pain, and it usually takes about 3 to 7 days for the corneal epithelium to heal completely.

Even after daily life becomes possible, it may take about 3 to 6 months for vision to stabilize fully. If your work involves long hours at a computer, it is better to keep your schedule light in the early recovery period.

Looking at a phone or computer does not directly damage the surgical result, but early in recovery it may be hard to look at a screen for long because of stinging, a foreign-body sensation and blurred vision.

It is best to rest well for the first 2 to 3 days in particular, and then increase use from short periods as the discomfort decreases.

Take frequent breaks when looking at a screen and use your prescribed eye drops as instructed.

After LASEK, exposure to ultraviolet light can affect corneal healing, so we recommend wearing UV-blocking sunglasses or protective glasses outdoors during the 3 to 6 month recovery period.

Light exercise can usually be considered from around 1 week, but strenuous exercise, swimming and saunas are best started after a full month.

Alcohol and smoking can affect recovery, so we recommend avoiding them for about 1 week if possible, and heavy drinking should be avoided because it can affect inflammation and recovery.

After LASEK, temporary pain and a foreign-body sensation, dry eye, night glare and fluctuation of vision may occur.

In rare cases complications such as corneal haze, inflammation or infection, and regression of myopia may occur, and very rarely corneal ectasia can be a problem when the cornea is not stable enough.

It is therefore important to identify risk factors in a comprehensive exam before surgery, and to follow the care instructions afterwards, such as using prescribed eye drops, blocking UV light and attending regular check-ups.

While the corneal epithelium heals after LASEK, vision may temporarily look hazy or lights may look spread out.

During recovery, vision may repeatedly improve and then blur again, and it gradually stabilizes over 3 to 6 months.

However, if vision suddenly drops, pain and redness get worse, or there is abnormal discharge from the eye, do not assume it is part of normal recovery; contact the clinic immediately and have your eyes examined.

Vision may decrease over time after surgery because of regression, in which part of the myopia returns.

Whether an enhancement is possible is decided after a comprehensive exam that checks corneal thickness and shape, the cause of the change in vision and eye health.

BSM Eye Clinic operates a lifetime free enhancement guarantee (SMILE LASIK and LASEK only). However, whether an enhancement is possible and what the guarantee covers may differ depending on your eyes and corneal condition, so if you notice a drop in vision, we recommend a comprehensive exam to check whether an enhancement is possible.

In Korea, LASEK generally ranges from about KRW 1 million to 2 million, and it may differ depending on the equipment, the surgical method and additional options.

The cost may vary depending on the options you choose and current promotions.

The suitable procedure and the final cost depend on your cornea and vision, so the exact amount is explained in a consultation after the comprehensive exam.

Yes, the cost of LASIK and LASEK can differ depending on the surgical method, the equipment and additional options.

Even for the same procedure, what is included in the price differs between clinics, so rather than comparing only the price it is better to also check follow-up visits and aftercare and whether additional costs may arise.

At BSM Eye Clinic, we explain the suitable procedure and the final cost based on the results of the comprehensive exam.

LASIK and LASEK differ in how the cornea is corrected.

In LASIK, a corneal flap is created, vision is corrected with a laser and the flap is put back; pain is relatively mild and recovery is fast.

In LASEK, the corneal epithelium is removed and the laser correction is done on the surface, so early pain and recovery may last longer, but because no flap is created there is no flap-related risk from external impact.

The suitable procedure is decided considering corneal thickness and shape, the prescription and your lifestyle.

2-DAY LASEK is an all-laser method in which everything from removing the corneal epithelium to correcting vision is done with a laser. It uses the SmartPulse (SPT) technology of the SCHWIND AMARIS RED laser to make the corneal surface smoother and support early recovery. It aims at a return to daily life within 2 days.

Neither is simply better; the suitable method depends on your eyes and lifestyle.

SMILE LASIK removes tissue inside the cornea through a small incision, and recovery is relatively fast, so most people can return to daily life the next day.

2-DAY LASEK corrects the surface without creating a flap, so it can be considered even when the cornea is relatively thin, but about 2 to 3 days of rest may be needed at first.

The decision is made considering corneal thickness and shape, the prescription and recovery time as a whole.

When choosing a clinic, it is important to check the exam system, the doctors' surgical experience, how the safety of the remaining corneal thickness is assessed, and the aftercare system.

It is also good to see whether the doctor explains the exam results in person and explains other options if LASEK is not suitable.

BSM Eye Clinic decides on a procedure suited to your eyes through more than 60 exam items and a one-on-one consultation with the doctor.

BSM Eye Clinic uses the AMARIS RED 1050RS laser from SCHWIND of Germany.

2-DAY LASEK is an all-laser method in which the laser both removes the corneal epithelium and corrects vision, and SmartPulse (SPT) technology is applied so that the corneal surface is corrected more smoothly.

A correction plan that takes each person's eyes into account is made based on exam results such as corneal topography.

After 2-DAY LASEK, a protective contact lens is worn to help the corneal epithelium heal.

The lens is usually removed at the clinic 5 to 7 days after surgery once healing of the epithelium has been checked. Please do not remove or touch it yourself.

After surgery, regular check-ups are scheduled according to early recovery, the timing of lens removal and the process of visual stabilization. The exact schedule is explained after surgery.