LASEK Eye Surgery in Korea
All-Laser LASEK Vision Correction
Incision Range
No incision or scraping – all-laser procedure
Treatment Duration
2 – 2.5 hours
Recovery Period
1 month
Advantages
Fast recovery, minimal pain and corneal opacity
What is LASEK Eye Surgery?
LASEK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic, performed by highly-experienced, ambidextrous surgeons, is an effective all-laser laser vision correction procedure. Here at Samsung Miracle.
With no blades or scraping utensils involved, Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic’s copious experience, and the use of official ZEISS VisuMax equipment, LASIK eye surgery at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic is the ideal solution for people looking for clear vision, fast healing, and guaranteed results. It is especially effective for people with high myopia or astigmatism, and is the safest laser vision correction surgical option for people who are not eligible for SMILE or LASIK.
Advantages of LASEK at Samsung Miracle
No Scalpels or Scraping Devices
LASEK at Samsung Miracle is performed with a femtosecond laser, enabling high-precision treatment and guaranteed results.
Low Pain, Quick Healing
Thanks to our use of only lasers to perform LASEK, the healing process is shortened compared to standard LASEK, ideal for international patients traveling in Korea.
Low Risk of Side Effects
All-Laser LASEK with our world-class technology ensures that sides effects such as corneal opacity complications are reduced, and the eye’s resistance to external shocks is increased.
We recommend LASEK Eye Surgery to those who:
Please note: We do not usually recommend LASEK eye surgery to international patients who are staying only a short time in Korea as the healing process is longer, and so post-procedure checkups are spaced out accordingly.
Why Choose Samsung Miracle for Your Vision Correction Surgery?
Authentic, Certified High Quality Treatment Provider
Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic is committed to performing safe, certified treatments. We are one of only 27 ZEISS Certified clinics in Korea, and are also one of only 13 STAAR Global Alliance Agreement clinics in Korea, making us official providers of the FDA-approved EVO+ ICL.
1:1 Care in English from Beginning to End
From your consultation to your post-operative checkup, your entire care journey at Samsung Miracle is delivered in English for comfort and ease of communication. To ensure responsibility, quality and safety, we assign designated staff members and a translator for the entirety of your treatment journey .
Ambidextrous Doctors & Continued Professional Development
Our vision correction-specialized doctors use their in-depth training and dual-handed skills to provide the highest-quality, most accurate courses of treatment to each and every patient, and ensure continuous professional development to all our staff in the form of regular seminars and training sessions.
LASEK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle
LASEK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle is a surgical vision correction procedure, also known as bladeless LASEK or Femto-LASEK due to our use of only lasers throughout the surgical process. During the procedure the corneal epithelium (surface of the cornea) is removed using a laser, and the corneal stroma (the thickest layer of the cornea) is then irradiated with a laser, after which the eye is covered with a protective lens.
We utilize the EX500 laser system, optimized for correcting high myopia and astigmatism, with the addition of StreamLight all-laser mode. This upgraded technology allows both epithelial removal and stromal ablation to be performed in a single step.
Our LASEK Eye Surgery Options
All-Laser LASEK
Regular LASEK
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Removal of corneal epithelium using a laser |
Surgical method |
Removal of corneal epithelium using alcohol and a brush |
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2-3 days |
Initial Recovery |
5-6 days |
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2-3 days |
Postoperative Pain |
3-4 days |
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Very minimal |
Dry Eye Symptoms |
Mild |
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Almost none |
Corneal Haze |
May occur in some patients |
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Very uniform |
Uniformity of Corneal Epithelium |
Moderate uniformity |
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2-3 days |
Corneal Epithelium Regeneration |
4-5 days |
One-Day Treatment at Samsung Miracle
Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic’s eye examination and vision correction process is optimized for people on short schedules. Whether you’re seeking a vision correction solution on vacation, or simply a busy person, our incredibly thorough examination process and your chosen vision correction surgery can be performed in the same day, with a short follow-up examination recommended the following day.
How Do Our Laser Vision Correction Options Compare?
Correction of corneal stroma without removing the corneal surface
Less pain, less dry eye, faster recovery, minimal tear film nerve damage, and resistance to external impact
High cost compared to LASIK and LASEK. Surgery is not possible if the cornea is thin.
A thin flap is created in the corneal epithelium, the flap is opened, and a laser is irradiated to the corneal stroma.
Less pain, better vision the day after surgery
If the cornea is thinner than the standard thickness, surgery is not possible and it is vulnerable to external impact.
Only the corneal epithelium, which can be naturally regenerated, is removed and the laser is irradiated to the corneal stroma.
Minimizes side effects, reduces dry eye, and is resistant to external impact.
Pain compared to LASIK, requires management until corneal epithelial regeneration
Inserting a lens of a certain degree into the iris while preserving the retina
Fast recovery, reduced glare and dry eye, reduced myopia progression, and possible return to original condition
Compared to LASIK and LASEK, if the lens size is not right, re-surgery is necessary.
What Do Our Patients Say?
Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic Gangnam Branch
Gangnam District, Teheran-ro, 115 7층, 14층
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This is an amazing clinic for vision correction surgery! I flew in for the week … More to have ICL to correct my terrible vision. I had extremely high myopia and the surgery was quick painless and very fast. Jacob helped me throughout and spoke fluent English. He was extremely helpful throughout the entire procedure and made me feel comfortable and relaxed. Dr. Cho is extremely skilled and quick. It was an amazing experience and my vision is perfect now with no side effects. I could not ask for a better experience. Thank you!
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My brother who is an optometrist in the US recommended me look into EVO ICL procedure … More due to the fact I am not a candidate for LASIK. I chose Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic as one of only 13 STAAR Surgical Reference Doctor Clinics. I came in at 10 am and by 12:30 pm I had started my procedure ! I went out that evening and could see everything quite clearly.
Thanks so much to the clinic for their incredible work, everything exceeded my expectations. -
The best place and absolutely highly recommended clinic at Gangnam for vision correction. … More I did the SMILE Pro surgery by Dr Kim. Prices are foreigner friendly too. Super reasonable for brand new eyes and no “foreigner prices”. Booking was also surprisingly easy! Not very long wait time.
Special mention to Jacob - the international operations manager - assisted me throughout my consultation and ensured I have no worries prior to surgery. What I love about this place is there was no pressure to perform operation because we were honestly advised whether we are suitable for the surgery. I went through detailed checks for my eye health to ensure I’m suitable for SMILE Pro surgery. I chose Pro just for shorter operation time, but after going through it, I think even SMILE on its own is very reassuring.
My surgery was completed within 30 minutes from eye checks (maybe even less) consultation to operation and post op check. Surgery was just 1-2 minutes each eye.. it was surprising!
Recovery - I recovered within the day. Post surgery downtime was 4 hours - you will feel very spicy eyes once the anaesthesia wears off. It was very uncomfortable for me as I’m not very good at the tolerating cut onions anyway, so that made sense with my pain tolerance. I was just amazed that when we were adviced that it will hurt for 4 hours and that was exactly the down time I had.
Immediately after 4 hours, I’ve recovered. Sometimes I think they did some magical spell on me and gave me back my vision.
Again, Highly recommended! Honestly, no complaints at all. I’m back in Australia now with 20/20 vision, no dry eyes or vertigo.
Thank you again Dr Kim, Jacob, and all the team at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic. (Oh! Coffee was amazing too 🤣) -
I had SMILE Pro surgery at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic, and the experience was amazing. … More The staff were very professional and friendly, and the whole process was quick and comfortable. My vision is now perfect, and I had no pain or dryness after recovery. Highly recommend this clinic to anyone considering vision correction!
Our Process for International Patients
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Why Us For International Patients?
Highest Quality, Smarter Price
Get the highest quality for less, with transparent pricing you can check before you book.
Safe LASEK with Genuine German Technology
Performed using authentic German laser equipment for precise, reliable results.
English Care From Start to Finish
Feel confident at every step with a dedicated English-speaking team for consultation, surgery, and aftercare.
Get LASEK in 1 Day, Enjoy Korea the Next
Complete your exam and surgery in one visit, with a streamlined system designed for international patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LASEK eye surgery?
LASEK is a laser vision correction procedure where the corneal epithelium (the surface layer of the cornea) is removed and a laser is applied to the corneal stroma (the thickest layer of the cornea) to correct vision, after which the eye is covered with a protective lens.
What does “all-laser” (bladeless) LASEK mean?
“All-laser” LASEK means the procedure is performed without blades or scraping utensils, using lasers throughout the process for epithelial removal and vision correction.
How long does an all-laser LASEK treatment visit take?
The treatment duration is about 2 to 2.5 hours.
What is the typical recovery period for all-laser LASEK?
The recovery period is listed as about 1 month.
What are the key advantages of all-laser LASEK?
Key advantages include a no-incision approach with no scraping, fast recovery, minimal pain, and reduced concerns related to corneal opacity complications, along with increased resistance to external shocks.
Who is LASEK commonly recommended for?
LASEK is commonly recommended for people who cannot undergo LASIK due to thin corneas, people with dry eye, people with small eyes who have difficulty fitting a corneal cutter, and people who frequently engage in high-intensity outdoor activities.
If I’m traveling and only staying a short time, is LASEK a good option?
If you’re staying only a short time, LASEK may not be recommended because healing takes longer and post-procedure checkups are spaced out accordingly.
How is all-laser LASEK different from regular LASEK?
In all-laser LASEK, the corneal epithelium is removed using a laser, while regular LASEK removes the epithelium using alcohol and a brush. All-laser LASEK is listed with faster initial recovery (2–3 days vs. 5–6 days), shorter postoperative pain (2–3 days vs. 3–4 days), very minimal dry-eye symptoms (vs. mild), almost no corneal haze (vs. haze that may occur in some patients), very uniform epithelium (vs. moderate uniformity), and faster epithelial regeneration (2–3 days vs. 4–5 days).
Can the eye exam and vision correction surgery be done in one day?
A one-day treatment plan can include a thorough eye examination and the chosen vision correction surgery on the same day, with a short follow-up examination recommended the following day.
How does LASEK compare with SMILE, LASIK, and ICL?
SMILE corrects the corneal stroma without removing the corneal surface and is described as having less pain, less dry eye, faster recovery, minimal tear film nerve damage, and resistance to external impact, but it has higher cost and may not be possible if the cornea is thin. LASIK creates a thin flap in the corneal epithelium, opens the flap, and applies laser to the corneal stroma; it’s described as having less pain and better vision the day after surgery, but may not be possible if the cornea is thinner than standard and can be vulnerable to external impact. LASEK removes only the corneal epithelium (which can regenerate naturally) and applies laser to the corneal stroma; it’s described as minimizing side effects, reducing dry eye, and being resistant to external impact, but it can be more painful than LASIK and requires management until the epithelium regenerates. ICL involves inserting a lens of a certain degree into the iris while preserving the retina; it’s described as having fast recovery and reduced glare and dry eye with reduced myopia progression and the possibility of returning to the original condition, but if the lens size is not right, re-surgery is necessary.