Can a macular hole be treated with eye drops or injections instead of surgery?
A full-thickness macular hole often requires surgery, usually involving vitrectomy and a gas bubble. Treatment depends on the size and duration of the hole and the condition of the vitreous. Some earl...

Do age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy require surgery?
Not always. Intravitreal injections are often the main treatment for conditions such as wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema. Depending on the diagnosis and severity, treatm...

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...

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...

Will I have to lie face down after retinal detachment surgery?
Not always. Your postoperative positioning depends on the location of the retinal breaks, whether air, gas, or silicone oil was used, and the surgical technique. Some patients need to keep their head ...

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...

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...

How long should I stop wearing contact lenses before my preoperative examination?
For accurate measurements, we generally recommend stopping contact lens wear for at least one week before the examination. Contact lenses can temporarily alter corneal shape and tear-film quality, aff...

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 ...

Why does vision sometimes get worse again after laser eye surgery?
There are several possible reasons, including progression of myopia, dry eye, residual astigmatism, corneal changes, and age-related changes in the natural lens. A vision test and detailed corneal exa...

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...

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...