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Can I have an examination now and decide about surgery later?
Of course. You can have your eyes examined, review your options, and take time to decide whether to proceed with surgery. In non-urgent cases, monitoring or nonsurgical treatment may be appropriate. Urgent conditions such as retinal detachment are exceptions and should not be delayed.

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21	Can I get a second opinion after seeing another eye doctor? Yes. We can provide a second opinion about a diagnosis or the results of surgery performed elsewhere. Bringing previous test results, surgical records, or prescriptions can help us understand your eye...
20	What should I bring to my first appointment? Please let us know about any previous eye procedures and their dates, your medical records, oral medications and eye drops, contact lens use, and medical conditions such as diabetes or high blood pres...
19	Can I find out the cost of tests or surgery in advance? Costs vary depending on the tests needed, your diagnosis, the type of lens or surgery, and whether Korean National Health Insurance applies. After your examination and treatment plan are established, ...
18	I suddenly have a shadow over part of my vision. Do I need an appointment? Sudden loss of vision or a new shadow covering part of your visual field needs prompt medical attention, even without an appointment. During business hours, call the clinic to check whether an urgent ...
17	What is the difference between LASIK, LASEK, and SMILE? LASIK reshapes the cornea with a laser after creating a corneal flap. LASEK reshapes the cornea after removing the surface epithelium. SMILE-type procedures create a small disc of tissue, called a len...
16	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 ...
15	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...
14	Can I be evaluated even if I no longer have records of my previous surgery? Yes. We can begin with your current refraction, corneal topography and tomography, eye pressure measurement, and retinal examination. Records of your original prescription, ablation depth, corneal thi...
13	How long after my first surgery should I wait before considering an enhancement? The decision is not based on a fixed waiting period alone. What matters most is whether your prescription has stabilized, whether the cornea and tear film have recovered adequately, and whether the re...
12	When is the right time to have cataract surgery? A cataract diagnosis does not always mean you need surgery right away. Surgery is usually considered when changing your glasses no longer provides satisfactory vision or when daily activities such as ...
11	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...
10	Can an intraocular lens still be exchanged many years after cataract surgery? An older IOL may still be exchanged, but surgery can become more challenging as adhesions develop between the lens and capsular bag over time. We compare the likely benefits and risks of exchange and ...