Treatment
SMILE Pro
MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), MRCS (Edinburgh), FICO (UK)
9-second, flapless glasses removal
SMILE Pro is the latest flapless, keyhole laser vision correction — a 9-second laser pass through a 2–4 mm incision, with no corneal flap to create or heal.
Is SMILE Pro right for your eyes?
Key benefits
- Laser pass completed in about 9 seconds per eye
- No corneal flap — flap-related complications removed
- Stronger corneal biomechanics preserved
- Lower risk of post-operative dry eye
Procedure steps
- 1Detailed assessmentFull diagnostic workup and candidacy scan.
- 2Surgical planningSMILE Pro plan personalised to your eyes.
- 3Procedure dayTopical anaesthesia, day-care procedure.
- 4Follow-upScheduled reviews until vision stabilises.
Understanding SMILE Pro
SMILE Pro is the latest flapless, keyhole laser vision correction — a 9-second laser pass through a 2–4 mm incision, with no corneal flap to create or heal. Dr. Abdul Basit — MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), MRCS (Edinburgh), FICO (UK) — evaluates every candidate personally before advising this option. Detailed clinical copy for this section is added in a later content pass.
How Dr. Abdul Basit approaches the case
Decision-making is driven by measured diagnostics rather than a single default procedure, with the safest option recommended even when it is not the most profitable one. Full narrative content follows in a later step.
Frequently asked questions
Is SMILE Pro painful?
The procedure is performed under anaesthetic drops; patients typically report pressure rather than pain.
How soon can I return to work?
Most patients resume desk work within a few days, depending on the procedure and healing.
How do I know if I am a candidate?
A full diagnostic assessment with Dr. Abdul Basit confirms suitability.
