SMILE eye surgery Adelaide2024-12-12T02:11:54+10:30

Enjoy freedom from glasses and contacts with SMILE® Pro eye surgery in Adelaide1Marcus Blum et al. Five-year results of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (ReLEx SMILE)

Discover how this advanced procedure enables more people than ever2Amani A. Ahmed et al. Advantages of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) for Mass Eye and Ear Special Issue to safely break free from glasses and contact lenses

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Enjoy freedom from glasses and contacts with SMILE® Pro eye surgery in Adelaide3Marcus Blum et al. Five-year results of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (ReLEx SMILE)

Discover how this advanced procedure enables more people than ever to safely break free from glasses and contact lenses4Amani A. Ahmed et al. Advantages of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) for Mass Eye and Ear Special Issue

Could SMILE Pro be an option for you?

Dr Gupta explains SMILE® Pro eye surgery advantages5Amani A. Ahmed et al. Advantages of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) for Mass Eye and Ear Special Issue

Imagine a life without visual restrictions

Most patients truly enjoy life better once they change how they see the world6Tian Han et al. Quality of life impact of refractive correction (QIRC) results three years after SMILE and FS-LASIK

Enjoy clear vision – without the flap

Imagine waking up one day with clear vision – no more headaches or blurred vision. And imagine doing it without having to wear glasses or contacts!

SMILE Pro is the latest generation of laser vision correction that corrects shortsightedness and astigmatism in a single, low-invasive and flap-free procedure7Ekktet Chansue et al. Efficacy, predictability and safety of small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE).

You only live once

Many are frustrated by how their refractive errors affect their daily lives.8Himal Kandel MSc PHEC et al. Impact of refractive error on quality of life: a qualitative study SMILE Pro may help embrace a new perspective – free of frustrations and anxiety related to glasses and contact lenses.

ENVISION A LIFE WITHOUT VISUAL LIMITATIONS

Worrying about your glasses or contacts may be affecting your day-to-day life. SMILE has a shorter recovery time compared to similar procedures so you can get back to doing what you love sooner. 9Angela H.Y. Wong et al. Dry Eyes After SMILE

Embrace the new you

After eye surgery, you may feel happier, more relaxed and able to embrace life to the fullest.10Kerry D Solomon et al. LASIK world literature review: quality of life and patient satisfaction Without glasses and contacts in the way, patients may take more pride in their appearance and embrace the freedom to experiment with new-found confidence.

Imagine a life without visual restrictions

Most patients truly enjoy life better once they change how they see the world11Tian Han et al. Quality of life impact of refractive correction (QIRC) results three years after SMILE and FS-LASIK

Enjoy clear vision – without the flap

Imagine waking up one day with clear vision – no more headaches or blurred vision. And imagine doing it without having to wear glasses or contacts!

SMILE Pro is the latest generation of laser vision correction that corrects shortsightedness and astigmatism in a single, low-invasive and flap-free procedure12Ekktet Chansue et al. Efficacy, predictability and safety of small incision lenticule extraction (SMILE).

You only live once

Many are frustrated by how their refractive errors affect their daily lives.13Himal Kandel MSc PHEC et al. Impact of refractive error on quality of life: a qualitative study SMILE Pro may help embrace a new perspective – free of frustrations and anxiety related to glasses and contact lenses.

ENVISION A LIFE WITHOUT VISUAL LIMITATIONS

Worrying about your glasses or contacts may be affecting your day-to-day life. SMILE has a shorter recovery time compared to similar procedures so you can get back to doing what you love sooner. 14Angela H.Y. Wong et al. Dry Eyes After SMILE

Embrace the new you

After eye surgery, you may feel happier, more relaxed and able to embrace life to the fullest.15Kerry D Solomon et al. LASIK world literature review: quality of life and patient satisfaction Without glasses and contacts in the way, patients may take more pride in their appearance and embrace the freedom to experiment with new-found confidence.

Three easy steps to gain freedom from glasses and contacts

Start your journey today to see if you’re suitable
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Get in touch

Laser eye surgery isn’t right for everyone. Your first step is to discover if you’re suitable. You can take the self-test or call us on: 08 7082 2066 to book a free assessment.

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We’ll meet

We examine your eyes and answer your questions at your free assessment appointment. We then give you a clear recommendation based on your needs and lifestyle. You’ll then know the best treatment option for your unique eyes.

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Enjoy your freedom

Patients tell us how surprised they are by how fast their lives change.16Kerry D Solomon et al. LASIK world literature review: quality of life and patient satisfaction Often, they wish they had done it years earlier and wonder why they waited as long as they did! When you consider vision correction, you’re one step closer to experiencing the freedom that laser surgery can bring you.

Discover if you can be free from glasses and contact lenses

The best way to find out if laser eye treatment is right for you is to have a free assessment. We’ll examine your eyes and you’ll get a clear answer from our experts on your suitability and laser vision correction options.

SMILE® Pro offers patients a less-invasive way to get out of glasses and contact lenses17Amani A. Ahmed et al. Advantages of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) for Mass Eye and Ear Special Issue

Quickly discover everything you need to know about SMILE Pro

SMILE Pro eye surgery suitability criteria

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

SMILE Pro laser eye surgery works for more people than other laser treatments. 18Amani A. Ahmeda et al. Advantages of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) for Mass Eye and Ear Special Issue

As a first step, take our online suitability test. This will give us an initial understanding of your prescription and lifestyle.

  • If the self-test is positive, we encourage you to book a complimentary laser assessment.
  • At the assessment, we’ll take the time to further discover your needs and goals, perform a thorough assessment, talk about your treatment choices, and make a plan that’s right for you.
  • In some instances, the latest option may not always be the best for you. Dr Gupta will ensure that you are well-informed before making a decision.

SMILE Pro eye surgery may be most suited to:

Patients with pre-existing dry eye

The surgery’s nature makes other refractive techniques risky. They can worsen existing dry eyes or cause new dry eyes.

Dry eye after SMILE Pro is very rare. This is because it uses a minimally invasive laser. The laser better preserves the corneal nerves.19Rupal Shah MS. History and Results; Indications and Contraindications of SMILE Compared With LASIK

The risk of dry eye rises with age. So, SMILE Pro is a great option for older people.

Patients who play contact sports or work in environments with risk of trauma

SMILE Pro is a flapless procedure, eradicating all risks of flap-related complications. 20Rupal Shah MS. History and Results; Indications and Contraindications of SMILE Compared With LASIKPatients can go back to their hobbies and work worry-free. There’s no risk of a corneal flap moving or debris getting stuck under the flap after the surgery.

Patients who can’t afford a long recovery time

Many of us lead busy lives, and taking time off work can be difficult. Because the SMILE Pro procedure is a less invasive compared to others, most patients find they can drive and return to work within 2 to 3 days after surgery. 21Angela H.Y. Wong. Dry Eyes After SMILE Though vision may take a few weeks to stabilise, the majority of patients find they can see quite clearly the immediate day after surgery.

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What are the advantages of SMILE Pro laser eye surgery?

Speed

  • SMILE® Pro is significantly faster than traditional SMILE, taking only 10 seconds compared to 22 seconds for traditional SMILE.

Better experience

  • With SMILE® Pro’s fast, flapless, odourless and minimally invasive procedure, patients may experience less stress and discomfort.

Flapless

  • During LASIK eye surgery, a superficial flap of corneal tissue is created. This allows the laser to access the underlying layers. Although uncommon, some complications can arise from the creation of this flap. SMILE Pro eliminates the need to form a flap and therefore eliminates all flap-related risks.

Minimally invasive

  • The term minimally invasive refers to the minimal amount of tissue affected during the surgery. The superficial layers of the cornea are left intact. This contributes to improved biomechanical stability of this structure and promotes faster healing when compared to the LASIK procedure.

Single-step procedure

  • The fewer steps and movements in a surgical procedure, the better. SMILE Pro only uses one laser for the entire technique, meaning we do not need to move the patient from one machine to another. This also reduces the incidence of technique-related complications.

Fast recovery

  • With SMILE® Pro, patients can expect less dry eye compared to LASIK and faster visual recovery.

Lower risk of dry eye post-operatively

  • When compared to the LASIK procedure, SMILE Pro carries a much lower incidence of postoperative dry eye complications. This is due to fewer corneal nerves being affected during the SMILE Pro procedure, which is important for the healthy and normal production of tears.

Laser eye surgery is a safe procedure, which is why complications after laser eye surgery are rare.25Lanping Sun, BS et al. Efficacy and Safety of LASIK in 10,052 Eyes of 5081 Myopic Chinese Patients

Are there any side effects after laser eye treatment?26Steven D. Chinn DPM. COMPLICATIONS OF LASER SURGERY: SAFETY, RISKS, AND THE PLUME Immediately after the laser eye surgery, you may:

  • Feel a gritty or sandy sensation in your eye
  • Be slightly sensitive to light
  • Experience watering eyes for a few hours

Vision recovers very quickly for most people, especially patients who have had a SMILE27Rupal Shah, MS. History and Results; Indications and Contraindications of SMILE Compared With LASIK or LASIK28Jason P. Brinton, MD. Enhancing the Speed of Visual Recovery After LASIK treatment.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

All-laser LASIK

Ophthalmic surgeons use a laser to safely and effectively treat:

SmartSurfACE

SmartSurfACE is a touch-free laser method and is an advanced form of PRK, LASIK’s predecessor. It’s a great alternative still used today for patients that do not qualify for LASIK or SMILE Pro surgery. SmartSurfACE TransPRK can effectively treat:

ICL

ICLs are implantable contact lenses. This eye treatment is (unlike laser eye surgery) reversible. We use it to treat:

  • During SMILE Pro, which is a keyhole procedure, a small piece of tissue (called a lenticule) is created inside the cornea with the laser, and removed through a small incision.
  • That means many of the layers of the cornea are unaffected by the procedure. This allows for rapid healing. Furthermore, because there is no flap there can be no flap-related complications. Patients also experience significantly less postoperative dry eye after SMILE Pro eye surgery compared to LASIK.

SMILE Pro eye surgery has excellent refractive results, less dry eye, better contrast and less induced aberrations than other refractive laser platforms.37Rupal Shah, MS. History and Results; Indications and Contraindications of SMILE Compared With LASIK Come and try the Pro version of SMILE surgery in Adelaide and improve your vision with us!

Find the laser eye surgery procedure that’s right for your age, lifestyle and eyes

Laser eye treatment addresses many different challenges

Tired of your glasses and contacts getting in the way?

Vision correction can help clear your vision and improve your quality of life.38Theodore A. Pasquali MD et al. Long-term follow-up after laser vision correction in physicians: Quality of life and patient satisfaction.

What if there was a way to do everything you wanted without having to rely on corrective lenses? At IVISION LASER centre, everyone has the opportunity to see if they can say goodbye to glasses and contacts.

Learn if you have the chance to live life with glasses-free vision.

Do your reading glasses make you feel older than your years?

Vision correction can help remove your need for reading glasses as you age. We help improve your vision so you can see without the aid of glasses or contacts.

Imagine being able to read without having to fumble with your reading glasses. After vision correction, you may enjoy doing all the things you love – like reading, texting, and golfing – without reaching for glasses.39Gilles Berdeaux et al. Measuring benefits and patients’ satisfaction when glasses are not needed after cataract and presbyopia surgery.

Find out more about our vision correction services for those between 40 and 50.

Are you over 50 and notice some hazy or cloudy vision?

You don’t have to give up on what’s important to you – and vision correction can help make that possible.

Lens replacement can relieve your need for reading glasses. And, you won’t need cataract surgery as you age. We offer a comprehensive variety of lenses aimed at meeting the needs of those 50 and over. Maintain your independence and quality of life, so you can enjoy all that life has to offer.40Jorge L. Alio MD, PhD, FEBO. Refractive lens exchange.

Learn more about your vision correction options today.

Take this quick quiz to see if you can be free of glasses and contacts

Not everyone is suitable for laser eye treatment. Your options change depending on your eyes, your age and your lifestyle. Find out which type of treatment (if any), is right for you by taking this 2 min quiz:

We answer your questions about laser eye surgery at Adelaide’s IVISION LASER

Get a quick overview of everything you need to know about restoring your vision

Does SMILE eye surgery hurt?

Curious about SMILE Eye Surgery? Wondering if it hurts? Find out everything you need to know in our latest blog post! Discover why SMILE is gaining popularity as a low-pain vision correction option. Say goodbye to glasses and contacts with confidence. Read now!

Is laser eye surgery covered by Bupa, Medibank or other insurance?

Curious about insurance coverage for laser eye surgery in Adelaide? Discover if Bupa, Medibank, or other insurance providers have got your eyesight upgrade covered. Unleash the power of your vision with our advanced treatments! Let's shed some light on insurance options for your journey to crystal-clear vision.

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This provides an overview of laser vision correction techniques and why SMILE is the latest advance in laser vision surgery. Click here for more information.

SMILE® from ZEISS enables the first Small Incision Lenticule Extraction procedure for minimally invasive laser vision correction. It offers a potentially lower incidence of transient dry eye syndrome and a wider preservation of biomechanical stability. Click here for more information.

Four million eyes have now been treated globally with Zeiss Meditec’s SMILE eye surgery procedure, helping cement the company’s dominance in the laser vision correction segment where it holds 27% market share. Click here for more information.

Hi, I’m Dr Aanchal Gupta, your laser and cataract surgeon in Adelaide

Over the past 10 years, I’ve had the joy of helping thousands of patients of all ages gain clear vision and freedom from glasses and contact lenses.

Laser eye surgery is a skill. Performing vision correction at a world-class standard hinges upon the expertise of your surgeon and their access to state-of-the-art tools.

I understand that getting eye surgery is a serious decision. Your eyes are unique and you should demand a custom solution tailored to your needs, lifestyle and goals. That’s why we offer a free appointment so we can meet and I can take the time to answer your questions and talk through any concerns you have.

I am passionate about helping patients transform their lives. I look forward to spending time with you at our gorgeous eye clinic in the heart of Adelaide to see whether you could gain exceptional vision without the need for glasses or contacts.

Dr Aanchal Gupta

MBBS, M.Med. (Ophth. Sci.), Grad. Dip. (Refract. Surg.), FRANZCO
Expert Laser Eye and Cataract Surgeon

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  • Lens replacement
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