Explore the ReLEx SMILE procedure step-by-step. From anesthetic drops to the 24-second laser application, learn how this minimally invasive surgery is performed.
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Treatment and Procedures
On the day of your relex smile eye surgery, you will arrive at our modern clinical facility at Liv Hospital. The environment is designed to be calm and professional. You should wear comfortable, lint-free clothing and ensure you have no makeup, perfumes, or face creams on. Most patients spend about 2 to 3 hours at the clinic total, including preparation and early recovery. You will be provided with special clothing, a cap, and shoe covers. A nurse will guide you through the final steps, ensuring you are relaxed and ready for your transition to clear sight.
One of the most common questions is about pain. Modern vision correction is virtually painless.
You will lie back in a comfortable surgical chair, and a gentle device called a lid speculum will be used to keep your eye open, so you don’t have to worry about blinking.
The actual procedure begins with the VisuMax laser system. The surgeon carefully aligns the laser with your eye.
During this phase, you will simply see a small blinking light or a fuzzy pattern. There is no clicking sound or odor associated with this cold laser technology.
Once the laser application is finished, the surgeon moves to the next phase of the relex smile procedure.
Because there is no flap to create or lift, the surface of the cornea remains intact. This extraction is a delicate manual process that requires high skill and experience, which is why our surgeons at Liv Hospital are among the best in their field.
By removing the lenticule, the surgeon effectively changes the curvature of the cornea.
The amount of tissue removed is precisely calculated down to the micron based on your pre-operative diagnostic mapping. This ensures that the final visual result is exactly as planned during your evaluation.
One of the greatest features of this surgery is that it requires no stitches.
Once the extraction is complete, the eye is rinsed with a sterile saline solution, and antibiotic drops are applied. The entire process takes less than 15 minutes for both eyes, representing the height of surgical efficiency.
Immediately after the procedure, you will spend a short time in a recovery room at the clinic.
You will need a family member or friend to drive you home, as you cannot operate a vehicle on the same day as the procedure.
Unlike other procedures that might require moving between two different laser machines, this treatment is completed entirely on the VisuMax system. This “all-in-one” approach:
At Liv Hospital, we prioritize these streamlined protocols to ensure the highest levels of patient safety and satisfaction.
We utilize the same laser platforms and surgical techniques found in the top medical centers in Europe and the United States. Our surgeons are internationally trained and follow global protocols for patient selection and surgical safety.
Choosing a facility that invests in world-class technology is the best way to ensure your vision is in safe hands. We encourage you to get in reach to the hospital to learn more about our surgical standards.
This minimally invasive technique represents the future of vision correction. By moving away from the large incisions and flaps of the past, we have made the procedure safer, faster, and more comfortable.
It is an ideal solution for modern, active lifestyles. If you have been searching for a way to fix your vision with the latest medical science, this procedure is the premium choice for your eyes.
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The laser system has an advanced eye-tracker and suction system that keeps the eye perfectly aligned; if the eye moves too much, the laser automatically pauses for safety.
No, the 4mm incision is so small that it is self-healing and does not require any stitches or glue.
Most patients experience 70-80% better vision within a few hours, though it may be slightly “smoky” or hazy for the first 24 hours.
Yes, unlike LASIK which can produce a faint odor of singed tissue, this “cold” laser is completely odorless and silent.
No, your vision will be blurry and you will be sensitive to light; you must have a chaperone drive you home and rest for the remainder of the day.
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