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ZEISS SMILE is a minimally invasive procedure that corrects nearsightedness and astigmatism in qualified patients. One of the things that patients love about ZEISS SMILE is even if they aren't good LASIK candidates, they may still be good candidates for ZEISS SMILE.
If you weren't a good LASIK candidate due to dry eyes, thin corneas, or having a prescription too strong for LASIK to treat, you might be better suited to ZEISS SMILE instead. These factors won't stand in the way of getting ZEISS SMILE or your dreams of sharp, clear vision without the constraints of visual aids.
Request an AppointmentZEISS SMILE uses a ZEISS VISUMAX 800 femtosecond laser to reshape your cornea and correct refractive errors like nearsightedness and mild astigmatism. Thanks to the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 femtosecond laser, the procedure only takes 9 seconds to complete.
With the femtosecond laser, ZEISS SMILE creates a small piece of tissue called a lenticule in the cornea. The lenticule is about the size of a contact lens, thicker in the center and thinner at its edge.
Creating the lenticule penetrates the cornea without disturbing its surface or nerves. Once the lenticule is made, your surgeon at Dell Laser Consultants will use the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 femtosecond laser to create a small incision that's 6 millimeters or less to remove the lenticule.
The lenticule is then removed from the layers of corneal tissue and extracted from the small incision. Removing the lenticule helps permanently reshape the cornea and correct your refractive errors.
The incision does not require any stitches or sutures and will heal on its own after a few days during the ZEISS SMILE recovery process.
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Although ZEISS SMILE may sound like the vision correction procedure you've always wanted, it's not suitable for everyone. You may be a good candidate for ZEISS SMILE if:
If you think you could be a good candidate for ZEISS SMILE, take the next step by scheduling your consultation at Dell Laser Consultants in Austin, TX!
Request an Appointment Take Our ZEISS SMILE Self-TestOn the day of your ZEISS SMILE procedure, you'll need someone to drive you there and home, as your vision may be unstable or blurry. Many patients notice almost immediate visual improvements after ZEISS SMILE, which will continue improving in the days after ZEISS SMILE.
You may notice minimal discomfort, but you should be able to quickly return to your usual routine, including returning to work and driving the day after having ZEISS SMILE. Once you return from having ZEISS SMILE, one of the best things you can do is take a nap and rest your eyes.
Make sure to take all prescription eye drops as directed by your surgeon at Dell Laser Consultants to prevent infection and reduce inflammation. You'll also need to attend follow-up appointments beginning the day after having ZEISS SMILE.
These appointments ensure your eyes are healing as they should. Although complications are extremely rare, follow-up appointments help ensure your eyes are healthy and you're seeing correctly.
Although ZEISS SMILE and LASIK help correct vision, they are different. These procedures have several differences and are suited to other kinds of patients.
The first difference is that LASIK can correct all refractive errors, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. ZEISS SMILE can only correct nearsightedness and astigmatism.
However, ZEISS SMILE does not create a flap but a lenticule, which is removed to correct appropriate refractive errors. Being a flapless procedure makes the cornea more stable during ZEISS SMILE.
This is important for patients who do not qualify for LASIK because the procedure requires removing a small amount of tissue from the cornea. However, the cornea is more stable with ZEISS SMILE, making it better suited to patients with dry eyes. ZEISS SMILE doesn't sever nerves in the cornea that may lead to dry eyes, which is a common side effect of having LASIK.
If you already have dry eyes or are nervous about developing dry eyes, ZEISS SMILE is considered the better option. Another thing that sets ZEISS SMILE apart from LASIK is that one laser is used during ZEISS SMILE, compared to two.
ZEISS SMILE is a state-of-the-art procedure that can change your life and offers numerous benefits if you want to improve your vision. These include:
ZEISS SMILE is a minimally invasive procedure since it only requires a small incision in the cornea and removal of the lenticule to correct vision. Patients heal quickly and start experiencing sharper, more vibrant vision almost immediately.
If you're tired of the costs associated with visual aids, ZEISS SMILE is the perfect way to invest in yourself. Dell Laser Consultants offers CareCredit to our patients to ensure that cost doesn't hinder achieving the vision you want.
Payment plans are affordable and flexible to fit your budget easily. Most patients pay off their ZEISS SMILE procedure after only two years. After that point, you'll own your vision.
Are you ready to change your life and your vision? Start by scheduling your ZEISS SMILE consultation today at Dell Laser Consultants in Austin, TX!
Request an AppointmentOur eye surgery facility located at 901 Mopac Expressway South, Barton Oaks Plaza 4, Suite #350 in Austin, TX, is "first class" in every respect. Our laser treatment suites and examination rooms are stocked with a full array of the most up to date equipment and our staff is continually available, friendly, and helpful. If you are seeking an Austin LASIK provider that will take the time to find the best vision correction procedure for you and meticulously prepare for your surgery then we are the LASIK eye doctors for you.
Contact us today by calling 512-347-0255 for a free no-obligation laser vision correction screening or to schedule a comprehensive LASIK consultation. We aim to make LASIK affordable for every patient and therefore, we offer both LASIK Financing and also accept HSA flex spending accounts. If you are concerned about the cost of LASIK in Austin please do not hesitate to call us.
