Is SMILE PRO Surgery Safe? Expert Answer 2026
Short Answer: YES. SMILE PRO is the safest laser eye surgery available today. It is US FDA approved, used in 50+ countries, and Brar Eye Hospital has performed 50,000+ successful surgeries over 30+ years.
Safety is the #1 concern when considering any eye surgery. Let's look at the evidence.
Safety Credentials of SMILE PRO
US FDA Approved
Approved by world's strictest medical regulatory authority
50+ Countries
Used successfully worldwide with millions of procedures
NABH Accredited
Brar Eye Hospital is NABH certified for highest standards
50,000+ Surgeries
Brar Eye Hospital's proven track record over 30+ years
Why SMILE PRO is Safer Than Other Eye Surgeries
- No Blade: Zero blade-related risks or infections
- No Flap: Eliminates all flap-related complications (displacement, inflammation)
- Tiny Incision: Only 2-4mm vs 18-20mm in LASIK - less trauma to eye
- AI Precision: Robotic accuracy eliminates human error
- 8 Seconds: Minimal laser exposure time reduces heat and risk
- 80% Less Dry Eyes: Preserves more corneal nerves
What Are the Risks?
No surgery is 100% risk-free. However, SMILE PRO serious complications are extremely rare (<0.01%). Temporary side effects include:
- Mild irritation (24-48 hours) - resolves on its own
- Glare/halos around lights (1-2 weeks) - resolves completely
- Mild dry eyes (if any, much less than LASIK)
- Slight under/over-correction in rare cases (treatable)
Who Should NOT Get SMILE PRO?
- Under 18 years of age
- Unstable glasses power (changing each year)
- Corneal diseases like keratoconus
- Thin cornea (below minimum thickness)
- Active eye infections
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Certain autoimmune conditions
This is why our thorough pre-op examination is crucial - we only perform SMILE PRO on truly eligible candidates.
How to Maximize Safety
- Get a thorough pre-op examination (we do this free)
- Choose an experienced surgeon (30+ years experience at Brar Eye Hospital)
- Use latest technology (we have ZEISS Visumax 800)
- Follow all post-op instructions carefully
- Attend all follow-up appointments
Get Your Free Safety Assessment
Our expert surgeons will determine if you are the right candidate for SMILE PRO.
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