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Is a more expensive multifocal lens necessarily better?

Not necessarily. The best choice depends on factors such as how often you drive at night, the distance at which you usually read or use your phone, and the health of your cornea and retina. The goal is to choose a lens that suits your eyes and lifestyle, rather than simply choosing the most expensive option.

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Do I need a new IOL if I develop a secondary cataract?

What is commonly called a “secondary cataract” is usually posterior capsule opacification (PCO). When treatment is needed, it can often be managed with a YAG laser capsulotomy rather than an IOL excha...
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Can I be evaluated if problems develop after retinal surgery elsewhere?

Yes. If you may have recurrent retinal detachment, persistent bleeding, or changes in the macula after surgery, we can examine your eye and review possible treatments. If available, please bring the d...
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I have been told I may have retinal detachment. Where should I go?

If retinal detachment is suspected or has been diagnosed, it is important to be examined promptly by an eye specialist who can assess the retina thoroughly. When choosing a clinic, check whether retin...
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Is a retinal tear the same as retinal detachment?

No. A retinal tear or hole is a break in the retina, while retinal detachment occurs when the retina separates from the tissue beneath it. Some retinal tears can be treated with laser before detachmen...
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When is it safe to fly after retinal detachment surgery?

The timing depends on the type of bubble placed inside your eye. Flying while any air or gas remains can cause the bubble to expand as cabin pressure decreases, leading to a dangerous rise in eye pres...
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How do I get to the clinic from Gangnam Station?

First Samsung Eye Clinic is located on the 5th floor of Hongwoo Building 2, 22 Seocho-daero 78-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul, near Gangnam Station. The clinic is approximately a two-minute walk from Exit 6. P...
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How is PersonalEYES different from conventional LASIK?

PersonalEYES is a personalized approach to laser vision correction. It uses individual eye measurements together with ray tracing and an AI-assisted refractive simulation system called iVatar to plan ...
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I had LASIK or LASEK years ago, but my vision has become blurry again. Can I have another procedure?

A second procedure may be possible, but the first step is to identify why your vision has changed. Treatment will differ depending on whether the cause is residual nearsightedness or astigmatism, dry ...
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Why is corneal thickness particularly important for a second laser procedure?

An enhancement procedure removes additional tissue from a cornea that has already undergone surgery. We consider the residual stromal bed, total corneal thickness, corneal shape, and expected treatmen...
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Can glare and halos that started after LASIK be treated?

Additional treatment may be considered if glare and halos are related to an irregular cornea or the position of the original treatment zone. However, dry eye, pupil size, or changes in the natural len...
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When does an intraocular lens need to be exchanged?

IOL exchange may be considered if a lens becomes dislocated, if its power is significantly different from what the eye needs, or if substantial lens-related symptoms persist despite treatment of other...
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Is it possible that my vision will not fully recover even after successful retinal surgery?

Yes. Even when surgery successfully reattaches the retina, vision may not return to its previous level. Recovery can be limited if the macula, which is responsible for central vision, has remained det...