Vision correction
Laser eye surgery Korea: LASIK and LASEK at Sky Eye Clinic
Laser eye surgery Korea patients choose most often is LASIK or LASEK, and the right one depends on your cornea. Sky Eye Clinic in Seoul offers both, with New SMILE LASIK as a flap-free laser option. This page explains the difference, how pricing is shown and how to start from abroad.
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Which laser eye surgery fits your eyes
Laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea so light focuses on the retina. At Sky Eye Clinic your surgeon chooses the method after a full examination, mainly by corneal thickness, prescription and daily habits. The table shows the laser options.
| Procedure | How the cornea is reached | Early recovery |
|---|---|---|
| LASIK | Thin flap of about 160 micrometers, laser on the stroma, flap replaced | Discomfort about half a day |
| LASEK | Only the surface epithelium (about 50 micrometers) is removed, no flap | Discomfort up to 3 to 4 days; blurring 5 to 7 days |
| New SMILE LASIK | 2mm micro-incision, no flap | Face washing, basic makeup and light exercise from the next day |
If your cornea is thin, a LASEK-type procedure that preserves the most residual cornea is recommended instead of LASIK. If laser surgery is difficult for you, ask about an ICL lens implant, which leaves the cornea uncut.
How the lasers are used
LASIK at the clinic uses the Amaris Red SPT laser with Co-Wave customization. LASEK is offered as standard LASEK, Amaris Red LASEK and 2Day all-laser LASEK, where the laser also removes the epithelium. Surgery uses numbing eye drops only. See the equipment page for the laser systems.
Outcomes differ between people and the clinic cannot promise a result. Your surgeon checks your eyes before and after the operation and may advise against a procedure after the exam.
Laser eye surgery pricing in Korea
Fees for each procedure are listed in Korean won in the price list below and on the pricing page. Overseas and Korean patients pay the same price, with no overseas surcharge. Your doctor confirms the procedure and the final fee at your free exam, so ask for the quote after your prescription and cornea have been checked.
Before you fly to Seoul
- Exams, surgery and consultations are by appointment only, and same-day booking is not available.
- Interpreters in English, Japanese and Chinese are on site.
- Remove soft lenses 5 days before the exam, hard and toric lenses 10 days, and ortho-k lenses at least 4 weeks.
- Read the pre and post-op guide for recovery limits, and the first visit guide and directions for your trip.
Compare every procedure on the vision correction in Korea page, then book your free consultation and message the team in your own language.
Prices at Sky Eye Clinic
Every procedure is 49% off the regular fee.Overseas and Korean patients pay exactly the same price. No overseas surcharge.
New SMILE LASIK & Smart LASIK
- New SMILE LASIK49% off
Regular price KRW 4,117,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 2,100,000 - Smart Nova LASIK49% off
Regular price KRW 6,274,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 3,200,000
LASIK
- Amaris Red LASIK49% off
Regular price KRW 1,764,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 900,000 - Co-Wave LASIK49% off
Regular price KRW 2,941,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 1,500,000
LASEK
- Amaris Red LASEK49% off
Regular price KRW 1,764,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 900,000 - Co-Wave LASEK49% off
Regular price KRW 2,941,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 1,500,000
Presbyopia surgery
- Presbyopic LASIK · LASEK49% off
Regular price KRW 2,137,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 1,090,000 - Corneal strengthening (Co-Wave)49% offRequired add-on with presbyopic LASIK or LASEK
Regular price KRW 1,176,000Sky Eye Clinic price KRW 600,000
Cataract
Set after a face-to-face consultation with your doctor
Prices are in Korean won. Your doctor confirms the procedure and the final fee at your free exam. Book your free consultation →
Questions answered
What is the difference between LASIK and LASEK?
LASIK lifts a thin flap before the laser is applied. LASEK removes only the surface epithelium, then covers the eye with a protective lens. LASEK recovers more slowly but suits thin corneas.
Who can have laser eye surgery in Korea?
For LASIK, adults aged 18 or older whom a doctor has approved after a comprehensive examination, and whose prescription has not changed in the past year. Your surgeon decides which method suits you.
What if my cornea is too thin for LASIK?
A LASEK-type surgery that preserves the most residual cornea is recommended. An ICL lens implant, which does not cut the cornea, is another option your surgeon may discuss.
How much does laser eye surgery cost at Sky Eye Clinic?
Fees in Korean won are listed on the pricing page. Overseas and Korean patients pay the same, and your doctor confirms the final fee at your free exam.
Do you have interpreters for overseas patients?
Yes. Interpreters in English, Japanese and Chinese work on site, and you can message the team in your language before you travel.
Get your free consultation before you decide
- Free consultation and checkup, even if you decide against surgery
- Same price as Korean patients, no overseas surcharge
- Interpreters in English, Japanese and Chinese
