SMILE Pro vs SILK
SMILE Pro and SILK are both flap-free, small-incision lenticule procedures — but they run on different laser platforms. SMILE Pro is performed on the ZEISS VISUMAX 800, while SILK is performed on a different manufacturer's femtosecond laser. Both remove a laser-shaped lenticule through a small incision to correct myopia and astigmatism in suitable patients. The choice often comes down to platform availability and your surgeon's recommendation.
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Same family, different platforms
Both SMILE Pro and SILK belong to the lenticule-extraction family: a femtosecond laser shapes a lenticule inside the cornea, which is removed through a small incision without creating a flap. The main difference is the technology platform each uses and the specific lenticule design. Because they are conceptually similar, the deciding factors are usually your eye assessment, platform availability and surgeon experience.
SMILE Pro vs SILK, side by side
| SMILE Pro | SILK (lenticule extraction) | |
|---|---|---|
| Procedure family | Flap-free lenticule extraction | Flap-free lenticule extraction |
| Platform | ZEISS VISUMAX 800 | A different manufacturer's femtosecond laser |
| Flap | None (small incision) | None (small incision) |
| Corrects | Myopia & myopic astigmatism | Myopia & astigmatism (per platform) |
| Typical Pune starting price | ₹74,999 / eye | ₹54,999 / eye |
- You specifically want the ZEISS VISUMAX 800 workflow.
- Your surgeon recommends SMILE Pro for your corneal profile.
- Your surgeon prefers the SILK platform for your eyes or availability.
- You want to compare a similar flap-free lenticule option at a different price point.
This comparison is general information, not a recommendation. The right procedure for your eyes is confirmed after an examination with a qualified refractive surgeon.
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SMILE Pro vs SILK — frequently asked questions
Are SMILE Pro and SILK the same procedure?+
They are very similar in concept — both are flap-free lenticule procedures done through a small incision — but they run on different laser platforms with different lenticule designs. Your surgeon can explain which is available and better suited to your eyes.
Which is better, SMILE Pro or SILK?+
Neither is universally better; they are closely related. The right choice depends on your assessment, the platform available at your centre and your surgeon's experience. Both aim to correct myopia and astigmatism without a corneal flap.
Medically reviewed by the LasikInPune senior refractive surgery panel. Last updated: May 2026.
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