For getting rid of glasses and contact lenses permanently, Trenetralaya, Kolkata introduced SMILE – Laser Refractive Correction Surgery, the latest Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved laser vision technology for the first time in Eastern India.

This method of laser is used to correct myopia and astigmatism in people. The technology was demonstrated by Dr. Partha Biswas, Medical Director, Trenetralaya, Kolkata in the presence of the media.

Small Incision Lenticule Extraction, or SMILE, is the latest technology in laser refractive procedure that offers unique benefits to the users:

• SMILE is an alternative option for those who were denied LASIK.
• This is a blade-free procedure. A precise femtosecond laser is used for refractive correction.
• SMILE is a flapless procedure and hence the patients do not have to deal with flap-related complications are avoided.
• The incision is only a 2-3 mm one compared to 20 mm in LASIK. Hence it helps to maintain the strength of the cornea and reduces the chances of ectasias.
• Smaller incision results in more patient comfort and less dry eye.
• SMILE helps in faster recovery.

SMILE is a tried, tested, and safe technology. The patient undergoing the surgery can go back to doing all daily activities including using laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and contact sports or swimming from the next day.

SMILE promises to revolutionize the eye treatment scenario in Eastern India.

Priyanka Dutta