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Phakic lens implantation FAQ
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QHow does lens implantation, such as ICL, differ from LASIK or LASEK?+
Applies to Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic · Vision correction · Phakic lens implantation · Gangnam
Phakic lens implantation corrects vision by placing an additional lens inside the eye rather than reshaping the cornea with a laser. Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic describes EVO+ ICL and ECHO separately, so ask for the exact product recommended for you and whether it corrects astigmatism. Even with a thin cornea or high myopia, suitability depends on a detailed examination, including measurements of the space inside the eye.
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QWhere is Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic, and which floor should I go to?+
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The address is 4F and 6F, Tongyeong Building, 405 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, about a one-minute walk from Exit 10 of Gangnam Station on Subway Line 2. The clinic lists vision correction examinations and outpatient care on the 6th floor, and presbyopia/cataract examinations and surgery facilities on the 4th floor. Check your appointment confirmation for the floor where you should first check in.
QWhat are Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic’s opening hours?+
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Clinic hours in Korea Standard Time are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10:00–18:30, and Saturday 09:30–16:30, with lunch from 13:00–14:00. The clinic is closed on Wednesdays, Sundays and public holidays. Evening appointments are advertised on the second and fourth Fridays of each month. Ask Aurora about examination check-in deadlines, evening hours and appointment availability.
QCan I contact Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic if I do not speak Korean?+
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Yes. Tell Aurora your preferred language and visit date. Explain whether you need interpretation during the consultation, examination or explanation of surgery. Confirm interpreter availability, timing, arrangements and fees through Aurora before proceeding with a booking.
QHow do I enquire about an examination or consultation at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?+
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Contact the Aurora channel linked to the advertisement you saw, or use the enquiry channel on Aurora’s official website. Tell Aurora your preferred date for visiting Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic, your language and the vision correction procedure you are interested in. This helps with checking appointment availability and preparation instructions. Use the same Aurora channel for booking changes, cancellations and quotation enquiries.
QCan you recommend the best vision correction procedure straight away?+
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There is no single best procedure for everyone. Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic’s doctors assess factors such as prescription, corneal thickness and shape, tear condition and lifestyle before explaining the available options. You can also consider continuing with glasses or contact lenses, or postponing surgery.
QCan test results from my home country confirm whether I can have surgery before I travel to Korea?+
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Previous eye test results can inform a consultation, but they cannot replace Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic’s in-person examination and medical assessment to confirm suitability. If you would like a preliminary record review, ask which results are needed, in what language and how to submit them. Even after preliminary advice, the procedure or schedule may change following your examination in Korea.
QHow long should I stop wearing contact lenses before my Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic examination?+
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Contact lenses can affect corneal shape and examination measurements, so check how long you need to stop wearing them before testing. The period depends on the lens type, including soft, rigid or orthokeratology lenses, and your wearing history. Before arranging flights and examinations, give Aurora your lens type, wearing history and last date of use so the medical team’s preparation instructions can be relayed. Prepare glasses to use while you are not wearing lenses.
QWhat does the detailed eye examination assess?+
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The examination assesses your prescription, corneal thickness and shape, dry eye and other eye conditions to determine whether surgery is suitable and which methods may be appropriate. Lens implantation may require additional measurements, including the space inside the eye. Tests depend on your eyes and the procedure being considered, so ask what is planned and whether any additional fees apply.
QHow long should I stay in Korea for vision correction at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?+
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Your stay cannot be determined from procedure time alone; it needs to allow for examination, surgery, early recovery and required follow-up. LASIK, LASEK, NEW SMILE and lens implantation may involve different follow-up needs, and individual findings can change the schedule. Share your planned arrival and departure dates, then obtain the clinic’s recommended visit schedule and pre-departure requirements before arranging flights and accommodation.
QDo I need follow-up appointments after surgery at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?+
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Yes. Follow-up is needed to check healing and eye health even if you can see well. When scheduling surgery, confirm the required return visits and whether their fees are included. Plan enough time for the appointments that must take place in Korea before you leave, and ask the doctor whether later follow-up can be provided by an eye clinic at home.
QWhat should I do if I have severe eye pain or worsening vision after vision correction?+
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Seek immediate eye assessment; do not wait for your scheduled appointment or a reply from Aurora. Contact Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic promptly, but if it cannot assess you quickly, use an urgent eye service or emergency department where you are. If you need emergency assistance in Korea, call 119; abroad, use local emergency services. Do not drive yourself or add or change eye drops on your own.
QWhat risks should I understand before vision correction at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic?+
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The types and likelihood of side effects depend on the procedure and your eyes. Laser vision correction can cause dry eye, glare or difficulty seeing at night, residual prescription or reduced vision. Lens implantation carries risks such as raised eye pressure, cataract and infection, and further surgery may be needed to adjust the lens position. Side effects are not always temporary. After your examination, ask the doctor at Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic about your individual risks, the option of continuing with glasses or contact lenses, and the care and costs involved if problems occur.
QCould an examination-only visit to Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic affect driving or sightseeing?+
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If your examination includes drops to dilate your pupils, your vision may be blurry and sensitive to light for a few hours. Do not drive while your vision is affected; arrange a companion or another way to travel, and bring sunglasses to help with glare. Not every examination includes dilation, so ask Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic whether it is planned and how much time to allow. Allow flexibility for driving, screen work and sightseeing immediately afterwards, following the clinic’s advice and how well you can see.