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ReLEx SMILE PRO

Every treatment starts with a preliminary examination. This results in a customized treatment recommendation, because every eye is unique.
Haven’t had a preliminary examination yet, but are you curious about which treatment methods are suitable for you? Then easily schedule your preliminary examination.

Have you already had a preliminary examination and were advised to have a ReLEx SMILE PRO treatment? On this page you can read more about what this treatment exactly entails.

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What is ReLEx SMILE

This is the most eye-friendly laser eye surgery technique. Your eyes experience minimal stress, making it a comfortable treatment with fast vision recovery and no pain.

ReLEx SMILE: extremely comfortable

The ReLEx SMILE treatment is extremely comfortable, because your eye experiences minimal stress.

In just half a minute, the lenticule is detached by the laser. This is a lens-shaped piece of tissue, which, when removed, provides the right correction to make your vision sharp again.
The ophthalmologist removes the excess tissue through a tiny opening.

How does the treatment work?

Anesthesia with eye drops.
1: Anesthesia with eye drops.
Laser creates the lenticule and the tiny opening in the cornea.
2: Laser creates the lenticule and the tiny opening in the cornea.
Ophthalmologist removes the lenticule through the opening.
3: Ophthalmologist removes the lenticule through the opening.
Your vision is sharp after a few days.
4: Your vision is sharp after a few days.
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With which prescriptions are you potentially eligible for this treatment?

ReLEx SMILE PRO

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Can potentially be treated*
Can most likely be treated
-12 tot -6.75 -6.75 tot -1 -1 tot -1
-12 -12 -6.75 -1 -1 +5
-12 tot -6.75 -6.75 tot -1 -1 tot -1
-12 -12 -6.75 -1 -1 +5

* Please note! This overview is indicative and not binding advice. Schedule a free and non-binding preliminary investigation for customized advice.

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Advantages

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Quick sharp vision

Very fast recovery

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Painless recovery

Virtually no pain after treatment

Who is it suitable for?

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Suitable for contact sports and extreme occupations

The cornea remains firm and strong

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Suitable for drier eyes

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Treatment process

1. Free preliminary examination
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Free preliminary examination

The preliminary examination is always free, without obligation, and consists of two parts. During the first part, your eyes are thoroughly measured. This includes checking your refractive error, the structure of your eyes, the overall health of your eyes, and whether you are suitable for treatment. The second part is a consultation with the ophthalmologist who will ultimately perform your treatment.

2. Tailored treatment advice
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Tailored treatment advice

Together with the ophthalmologist, you will discuss which treatment will yield the best result for you. In addition to all the measurements that have been taken, your personal situation is also considered. This includes your hobbies, profession, and other factors that are important for your vision. We offer all treatments in-house, enabling us to provide you with the best advice.

3. Treatment
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Treatment

The treatment takes place in one of our clinics by the ophthalmologist you spoke with during the consultation. This way, you will see a familiar face right away, which is comforting. You will receive detailed information beforehand to prepare you optimally.

4. Aftercare & check-ups
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Aftercare & check-ups

Quality is our priority. Therefore, aftercare is an essential part of your treatment process. Check-ups are indispensable in this regard, as they allow us to monitor your recovery.

Frequently asked questions about ReLEx SMILE

Can anything happen to the lenticule during removal? arrow_downward

Your minimum prescription must be -1 or +0.25 to safely perform the ReLEx SMILE PRO treatment. This prescription ensures the lenticule has sufficient thickness to be removed.

What are the disadvantages of ReLEx SMILE PRO? arrow_downward

A ReLEx SMILE PRO treatment is not possible for higher cylinder strengths.

Why am I not eligible for laser eye surgery if I have a higher prescription? arrow_downward

It is possible that you expected in advance to be eligible for laser eye surgery with your prescription. Perhaps you have even had a preliminary examination at another eye clinic which showed this. However, it may be that the advice after a preliminary examination at FYEO is to opt for an ExtraLens treatment.

We always want the best result for you. Not only now, but also for the future. With laser eye surgery, we change the shape of the cornea. When a higher strength laser is required, the shape of the cornea is also adjusted more. For now, this might be safe and responsible, but if the cornea needs to be adjusted significantly, it could be that you are not or less suitable for another treatment in the future, such as a lens replacement.

With an ExtraLens treatment we do not change anything in your cornea, so this is still possible.

When is there a medical indication for laser eye surgery? arrow_downward

A medical indication applies in the case of contact lens intolerance in combination with extreme plus or minus strength deviations and an exceptional astigmatism .

Basic insurance reimbursement

In some situations, reimbursement from basic insurance is possible. Only the ophthalmologist can determine on the basis of the preliminary examination whether you are eligible for this. Ultimately, your health insurer will make a decision on this.

What if I rub my eyes after laser eye surgery? arrow_downward

You may not rub your eyes for two weeks after laser eye surgery. For hygiene, healing, wrinkling and the bandage lens.

Lasek & TransPRK
With the Lasek and TransPRK treatment you get a bandage lens in your eyes. By accidentally rubbing your eyes you could move it. This lens is removed after 5 days.

IntraLasik Femtosecond & ReLEx SMILE
With the IntraLasik Femtosecond and ReLEx SMILE treatment, there is a small chance of wrinkling when you rub your eyes, especially in the first few days. If this unexpectedly happens to you, you can recognize it by burning, red eyes and blurred vision. Fortunately, it can be fixed.

Request a preliminary examination

Your preliminary examination is always free and without obligation and includes eye tests and a consultation with the eye specialist.

  • Personalized treatment advice tailored to you
  • The ophthalmologist from the consultation is the treating ophthalmologist
  • All-inclusive price