SMILE Pro side effects, explained
The most common SMILE Pro side effects are temporary: dryness, glare or halos around lights, fluctuating vision and light sensitivity during early healing. These usually settle over days to weeks. Less commonly, a small residual prescription may remain (which an enhancement can address), and serious complications are uncommon. Careful candidate selection is the key to keeping risks low.
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Common, temporary side effects
- Dryness or a gritty sensation, usually improving over the healing weeks with lubricating drops.
- Glare, halos or starbursts around lights, especially at night, which typically settle as the eye heals.
- Fluctuating or slightly hazy vision in the early days before it stabilises.
- Sensitivity to light for a short period after the procedure.
Less common effects and how they're handled
Occasionally a small amount of prescription remains (under- or over-correction); if it affects you, your surgeon can discuss an enhancement. Rarely, issues during lenticule separation or infection can occur — uncommon events your surgeon takes steps to prevent and manage. No procedure is entirely free of risk, and any clinic claiming zero risk or a guaranteed result should be treated with caution.
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Side effects — frequently asked questions
How long do SMILE Pro side effects last?+
Most common side effects — dryness, glare, fluctuating vision — are temporary and settle over days to weeks during healing. Your surgeon will tell you what to expect for your eyes and review you at follow-ups.
Are SMILE Pro side effects permanent?+
For most people the common side effects are temporary. Persistent symptoms are uncommon and should be discussed with your surgeon, who can assess and advise. Careful candidate selection reduces the chance of lasting issues.
What is the most common SMILE Pro side effect?+
Temporary dryness and mild night-time glare or halos are among the most commonly discussed, and they generally improve as the eye heals. Individual experience varies.
Medically reviewed by the LasikInPune senior refractive surgery panel. Last updated: May 2026.
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