
SMILE
SMILE—Small Incision Lenticule Extraction—is the latest innovation in laser vision correction. SMILE eye surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that does not require a corneal flap. It has successfully been performed on over 3.0 million patients worldwide. As one of the latest innovations in refractive surgery, SMILE is offered in select NVISION Eye Centers. Please inquire with NVISION to learn more about which of our locations currently offer this life-changing procedure.
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Nearsightedness
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common type of refractive error where close objects appear clearly, but distant objects appear blurry.
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Astigmatism
Astigmatism causes your vision to be blurred at both near and far distances. It occurs when your cornea is shaped more like a football than a basketball.
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Is SMILE right for me?
SMILE can be used in some cases of thin corneas, dry eyes, or contact lens intolerance. Similar to LASIK and PRK, your NVISION surgeon will determine which laser vision correction is right for your individual needs based on your exam and vision goals.
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What are the advantages of SMILE?
SMILE causes less disruption of the corneal nerves than other laser vision procedures. As a result, you may have even lower chances of dry eye.

NVISION® Eye Centers can be found throughout California, Nevada, Oregon, and in Toronto, Canada. Each center is a little bit different—but what they have in common are talented NVISION® surgeons, caring staff, and a commitment to a gold standard for patient care.
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