LASIK Eye Surgery in Korea
Expert Laser Vision Correction by Ambidextrous Surgeons, with customization available for astigmatism and presbyopia patients.
Incision Range
Laser incision to create 20mm corneal flap
Treatment Duration
2 – 2.5 hours
Recovery Period
1 month
Advantages
Fast recovery, minimal pain and corneal opacity
What is LASIK Eye Surgery?
LASIK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic, performed by highly-experienced, ambidextrous surgeons, is a fast and effective all-laser laser vision correction procedure. Here at Samsung Miracle, we also perform LASIK to correct presbyopia (near-sightedness).
With no blades 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.
Advantages of LASIK at Samsung Miracle
One-Day, Complete Vision Solution
LASIK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle effectively treats myopia, presbyopia, and astigmatism, making it a complete laser vision correction solution. Additionally, LASIK can be performed in one day, without the need for follow-up treatments, making it ideal for people with limited time.
All Lasers,
No Blades
LASIK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle is performed with ZEISS VisuMax technology, employing lasers to perform both corneal flap creation and corneal ablation. This eliminates the usage of blades in surgery, consequently improving your healing time.
Quality Results, Budget-Friendly
At Samsung Miracle, we never compromise on quality. Our LASIK technology is authentic and certified, and our highly-skilled doctors are always training. However, our LASIK prices are incredibly competitive, often up to 30% lower than clinics in the U.S. and other English-speaking countries.
We recommend LASIK Eye Surgery to those who:
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.
LASIK Eye Surgery at Samsung Miracle
LASIK Eye Surgery here at Samsung Miracle is a surgical vision correction procedure, also known as VisuLASIK due to our use of the ZEISS VisuMaX apparatus. During the procedure a corneal flap is created using a laser, which then irradiates the corneal stroma (the thickest layer of the cornea), before the corneal flap is finally put back in its original position.
As an official ZEISS certified ophthalmologist, Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic uses authentic ZEISS VisuMax technology to perform advanced laser vision correction, utilizing the safety-proven, FDA-approved ZEISS VisuMax equipment.
Our LASIK Eye Surgery Options
VisuLASIK
Regular LASIK
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Precision cutting using laser |
Surgical method |
Use of mechanical cutting blade |
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100~120μm |
Corneal flap thickness |
100~120μm |
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Very uniform |
Uniformity |
Not uniform |
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Adjusts to patient measurements |
Corneal flap size |
Fixed corneal flap measurements |
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Almost none |
Complications |
Dry eyes, nighttime glare |
LASIK Eye Surgery for Presbyopia
What is Presbyopia?
Presbyopia is a condition in which the muscles around the lens that adjust focus for near and far distances lose elasticity, making it difficult for your lens to adjust for different distances.
Presbyopia is a form of farsightedness that makes it harder to see things up close, and is a natural part of aging. Symptoms may begin to appear after the age of 40.
Do You Have Presbyopia?
How We Treat Presbyopia with LASIK Eye Surgery
Presbyopia LASIK at Samsung Miracle is a surgical procedure that changes the curvature of the cornea to increase depth of field. It corrects the dominant eye for distance vision, while correcting the non-dominant eye for near vision, resulting in clear vision at both distances. Our presbyopia surgery is a US FDA-approved surgery that has been proven effective in correcting presbyopia.
Contoura Vision LASIK Technology
Contoura Vision LASIK Eye Surgery is a type of customized LASIK vision correction surgery that uses Contoura Vision corneal topography technology, utilising examination data during vision correction to precisely correct refractive errors such as myopia and astigmatism, as well as individual irregular corneal shape abnormalities, by considering the shape and condition of each patient’s cornea.
Why Choose Contoura Vision?
The cornea acts as a window through which light first passes. If the cornea is irregularly shaped or too thin, various problems can arise, including decreased vision, astigmatism, and dry eye. Therefore, accurately assessing the corneal shape and minimizing corneal damage are crucial for achieving a high level of satisfaction during refractive surgery.
How Contoura Vision LASIK Works
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The VARIO diagnostic equipment captures the shape of the cornea, which is unique to each eye, like a human fingerprint.
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The VARIO diagnostic device projects 22,000 dots on the patient’s cornea and precisely analyzes their characteristics to create a unique corneal topography map.
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Based on VARIO’s corneal topography map, we deliver treatment with the network‑linked EX500 excimer laser.
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The EX500 excimer laser smooths the patient’s uneven and irregular corneal surface by dividing it into high and low levels, providing improved surgical results.
We recommend Contoura Vision to those who:
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 LASIK 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 LASIK in 1 Day, Enjoy Korea the Next
Complete your exam and surgery in one visit, with a streamlined system designed for international patients.
Samsung Miracle Eye is ZEISS Certified
At Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic, every patient who undergoes SMILE Pro surgery receives a ZEISS SMILE Card certifying that the procedure was performed using authentic VisuMax technology, developed by Carl Zeiss of Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LASIK eye surgery?
LASIK is an all-laser vision correction procedure where a corneal flap is created with a laser, a laser is then applied to the corneal stroma (the thickest layer of the cornea), and the flap is placed back in its original position.
How long does LASIK take, and what is the recovery period?
The treatment duration is about 2–2.5 hours, and the recovery period is about 1 month. Recovery is fast, with minimal pain and corneal opacity, and vision can be better as soon as the day after surgery.
What vision problems can LASIK treat?
LASIK is a complete laser vision correction solution that can treat myopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia.
What does “all lasers, no blades” mean for LASIK?
It means lasers are used for both corneal flap creation and corneal ablation, eliminating the use of blades and aiming to improve healing time.
How big is the LASIK flap incision?
The laser incision creates a 20mm corneal flap.
Who is LASIK recommended for?
LASIK is recommended for patients with high myopia who require a large amount of corneal ablation, people who want to prevent side effects by minimizing corneal irritation, people with a family history of keratoconus, people who habitually rub their eyes a lot, those who want less painful vision correction surgery, and those seeking to treat presbyopia.
What is presbyopia, and how can LASIK treat it?
Presbyopia is a natural part of aging where the muscles around the lens lose elasticity, making it harder to focus at different distances; symptoms may begin after age 40. Presbyopia LASIK is a procedure that changes corneal curvature to increase depth of field by correcting the dominant eye for distance and the non-dominant eye for near, aiming for clear vision at both distances.
What is Contoura Vision LASIK, and who is it recommended for?
Contoura Vision LASIK is a customized LASIK approach that uses corneal topography examination data to precisely correct refractive errors (such as myopia and astigmatism) and individual irregular corneal shape abnormalities by considering the shape and condition of each person’s cornea. It’s recommended for people who drive a lot at night, are sensitive to glare or light scattering, are starting to have difficulty reading close-up text, have severe astigmatism, or observe asymmetry in corneal topography.
Can the exam and LASIK be done in one day, especially with a short trip schedule?
Yes. The process is optimized for short schedules, with a thorough examination and the chosen vision correction surgery possible on the same day, and a short follow-up examination recommended the following day.