SMILE & SMILE Pro
A laser creates a thin lenticule inside the cornea, which the surgeon removes through a small incision. SMILE Pro uses the VISUMAX 800 platform.
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B&VIIT Eye Center · Seoul Korea
A clearer view.
A clearer view.
A considered choice.
LASIK, SMILE and lens implant consultations in Gangnam. Start with an eye examination and a treatment plan built around your eyes.
International patient support · Gangnam Station Exit 9
Established in 1994
Ophthalmic care in Seoul
Individual assessment
Suitability before procedure selection
International patient team
Planning your visit and follow-up
Your options
More than one way
More than one way
to correct your vision.
Different procedures suit different eyes. Explore how they work, then discuss the benefits and trade-offs with your ophthalmologist.
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LASIK & PersonalEYES
LASIK reshapes the cornea beneath a flap. PersonalEYES adds an individual optical model to treatment planning for suitable eyes.
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LASEK & PRK
Surface laser procedures avoid a LASIK flap. They require time for the surface of the eye to heal and a different recovery plan.
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An implanted lens can correct vision while retaining the natural lens. It is intraocular surgery and requires careful measurements and ongoing monitoring.
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Cataract care
Cataract surgery replaces the cloudy natural lens. Lens selection should reflect your eye health, visual needs and tolerance for optical side effects.
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Specially fitted overnight lenses temporarily reshape the cornea. Lens hygiene, a suitable fit and regular checks are essential.
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Before any decision
The examination
The examination
comes first.
A prescription alone cannot tell you which operation is appropriate. Your consultation should connect your measurements with your goals and the risks you are willing to accept.
- Corneal shape and thickness
- Prescription stability and eye health
- Dry eye symptoms and visual demands
- Expected recovery and aftercare
People behind your care
Meet the ophthalmologists.
Learn about the clinicians and ask who will assess your eyes, perform your procedure and oversee your follow-up.
Dr. Jin-kuk Kim
MD and MS in Medicine from Yonsei University. PhD in Ophthalmology from Dong-A University. Founder of the center.
Dr. In-sik Lee
MD and PhD in Medicine from Yonsei University. Clinical interests include laser vision correction, lens implantation and refractive cataract surgery.
Dr. Ik-hee Ryu
MD and MS in Medicine from Yonsei University. Clinical interests include lens implantation, SMILE and refractive cataract surgery.
Plan your visit
Clear steps.
Clear steps.
Room for your questions.
Before Seoul
Share your dates and contact lens type. Confirm how long to stop wearing lenses before testing and ask what records to bring.
Examination & discussion
Review your findings, alternatives and written quotation. Surgery is offered only when the examination supports it.
Recovery & follow-up
Follow your prescribed instructions and attend your checks. Before leaving Korea, agree on a follow-up and contact plan.
Understand the limits as well as the benefits.
Eye surgery can cause dry eye, glare, halos, residual prescription or more serious complications. Some people still need glasses. Results and recovery differ, and no procedure guarantees a particular visual outcome.
Common questions
Before you book.
Which eye surgery is right for me?
The answer depends on your prescription, corneal shape and thickness, tear film, eye health and daily activities. Your examination may lead to a recommendation for SMILE, LASIK, surface laser treatment, a lens implant or continued use of glasses and contact lenses.
Can international patients request an appointment?
Yes. Contact the international patient team in English with your preferred appointment dates and treatment questions. An enquiry is not a confirmed appointment or a determination that surgery is suitable.
How much does vision correction cost?
A written quotation should identify the procedure, whether it covers one or both eyes, any additional testing or treatment, medication and follow-up. The final plan and price depend on the examination; this website does not promise a single price for every patient.
Can I have surgery during a short trip to Seoul?
Some suitable patients can arrange examination and surgery on the same day. Leave time for the required early follow-up and arrange ongoing care before returning home. Ask the team to confirm your travel schedule before buying non-refundable tickets.