Zeiss SMILE

SMILE Laser Eye Surgery in Houston

SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) treatment by ZEISS provides the benefits of traditional laser vision corrective surgery while using an advanced, minimally invasive approach. This makes it a great first choice if you are considering laser eye surgery, or if you are not a candidate for LASIK eye surgery. In a standard LASIK procedure, a flap is created in your cornea, which is folded back while the surface of your eye is reshaped, then put back in place after. With SMILE, the laser correction can be done without the need to create a flap. Instead, a laser makes a tiny incision on the cornea, then a laser-created tissue shape is gently slid out, reshaping the cornea and focusing your vision. This smaller incision means your eye will heal much more quickly with a SMILE procedure than with LASIK. SMILE is approved patients who are at least 22 years old, are nearsighted with a prescription of -1 to -10, with or without astigmatism. To qualify, your prescription must be stable and have changed no more than 0.50 diopters over the past year. Take our quick self-test to find out which procedure might be best for you. Then reach out to book your consultation with Dr. Mattioli’s trusted team, and get ready to enjoy great vision every day!

Enjoy the Advantages of SMILE Laser Surgery

The SMILE procedure takes about 10 minutes to perform in our office. Dr. Mattioli has personally completed over 75,000 laser eye surgery procedures, so you know you’re in great hands.

Some of the benefits of this type of laser eye surgery include:

Specifically designed to treat nearsightedness with or without astigmatism
Flapless procedure uses a smaller incision, so it’s less invasive
Quick and safe procedure with little to no discomfort
Fewer side effects such as dry eyes
Fast healing period—you can return to work within 24 hours

What to Expect After Your SMILE Treatment

During the healing process, you may feel some minor discomfort as your eye heals. However, because the overall recovery time for a SMILE procedure is so quick, chances of dry eye and other complications are typically low.

Most patients will notice an immediate improvement in their eye and can return to normal activities the next day. Steady improvement will continue until your optimal result is reached in a few months.

Advanced Laser Vision Correction with Quick Recovery

Laser eye surgery at Mattioli Vision Professionals means you can expect cutting-edge technology, precise results, and fast recovery times. Dr. Mattioli is a top vision correction eye doctor and specialist in Houston. His team can meet with you for a personal consultation about which procedure will meet your needs and help you achieve optimal vision.

Don’t settle for anything less than exceptional eyesight—learn how to get started on your vision correction journey today.