Gangnam B&VIIT Eye Center | Korea’s Leading Vision Correction Hospital in Seoul

• Hours: Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 09:30–18:00; Tue 09:30–20:00; Closed on Saturdays,Sundays
• Appointment Available: Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 09:30–17:0; Tue 09:30–19:00
• Languages Available: English, Korean, Chinese

Why We Recommend It

• Gangnam B&VIIT Eye Center is a pioneering clinic in Korea, with 15 specialists and 180 medical staff, having successfully completed over 550,000 vision correction surgeries since 1994.
• We use the world’s first A.I. vision correction system, ensuring 98% accuracy and identifying 100% of high-risk patients.
• Our A.I. system customizes surgery plans based on over 60 detailed tests, tailored to each patient’s unique eye structure.
• The center houses five specialized units, including a ZEISS-certified Premium SMILE Center, equipped with cutting-edge laser technology like the VISUMAX 800 and AMARIS RED.
• B&VIIT Eye Center is committed to lifelong eye care, with patients returning years later for presbyopia and cataract surgeries. We provide a 'B&VIIT Surgery Safety Certificate' to ensure your eye health.

Procedures

* The prices below apply to those visiting between June 1 and October 11, 2025. 

1. LASEK

• 1,600,000 KRW (1600000)
• LASEK involves removing only the corneal epithelium to correct vision. This procedure leaves more of the cornea intact, making it more resistant to external impact.

2. LASIK

• 1,600,000 KRW (1600000)
• LASIK involves making an incision of about 20mm in the cornea, applying laser treatment, and then covering the area. It has minimal pain and offers quick recovery.

3. SMILE

• 2,400,000 KRW (2400000)
• Using the VISUMAX 500 device, SMILE involves minimal incision (2mm) with laser treatment, leading to a quick recovery.

4. SMILE PRO

• 4,000,000 KRW (4000000)
• SMILE PRO uses the VISUMAX 800 device, which applies laser treatment in under 10 seconds and features a minimal incision (2mm) for fast recovery. It can also treat severe myopia.

5. Lens Implantation (ICL)

• 5,000,000 KRW and up (5000000~)
• This procedure involves directly implanting a corrective lens inside the eye, making it suitable for thin corneas, severe myopia, and astigmatism. By using custom lenses tailored to each individual’s prescription, this surgery significantly reduces the risk of complications and minimizes the chances of myopia regression and dry eye.

SMILE PRO

• Surgical Method: Unlike traditional LASIK and LASEK, this procedure corrects vision by applying a laser to the corneal stroma without creating a corneal flap, all within 10 seconds.
• Advantages: Minimal pain and quick recovery, Reduced risk of complications due to minimal corneal incision, More resistant to external impact compared to LASIK, Minimizes tear duct nerve damage, improving dry eye symptoms  
• Surgical Equipment: VisuMax 800
• Surgery Duration: 10 minutes
• Anesthesia: Topical anesthesia with eye drops
• Follow-up Visits: 1 day after surgery, 1 month after surgery, 6 months after surgery (After the 1-month visit, you can have your vision and intraocular pressure checked at a local clinic after returning home.)
• Recovery Time: Recovery begins the next day
• Post-Operative Care: Use prescribed eye drops for 2 weeks to 1 month, depending on your progress.
• Surgical Effect: Corrects vision (astigmatism, myopia, hyperopia)
• Ideal Candidates: Those who want a quick surgery, Those seeking accurate correction of myopia/astigmatism, Those wanting sharper vision, Those looking to minimize recovery time, Those with severe dry eye, Those who want to avoid corneal damage and minimize infection risk, Those who enjoy intense sports like boxing
• Precautions:
  • Blink frequently and use artificial tears regularly.  
  • On the day of surgery, avoid tilting your head forward and don’t squeeze your eyes too tightly.  
  • On the day of surgery, your eyes may feel sore or as if there’s sand in them, making it difficult to open them for half a day; this will naturally improve over time.  
  • Pregnancy is allowed one month after stopping all medications. If you become pregnant while using medication, contact the clinic.  
  • From the day after surgery, you may wash your face, apply skin makeup, read, watch TV, use a computer, and visit public baths and saunas, and apply eye makeup.  
  • Light exercise (jogging, stretching, etc.) and swimming are allowed one week after surgery.  
  • Alcohol and smoking are allowed two weeks after surgery.  
  • Perming, dyeing hair, and intense sports (like ball games) are allowed one month after surgery.

SMILE LASIK

• Surgical Method: SMILE is an innovative procedure that, unlike traditional LASIK and LASEK, corrects vision by applying a laser to the corneal stroma without creating a corneal flap.
• Advantages: Minimal pain and quick recovery, Reduced risk of complications due to minimal corneal incision, More resistant to external impact compared to LASIK, Minimizes tear duct nerve damage, improving dry eye symptoms  
• Surgical Equipment: VisuMax 500
• Surgery Duration: 10 minutes
• Anesthesia: Topical anesthesia with eye drops
• Follow-up Visits: 1 day after surgery, 1 month after surgery, 6 months after surgery (After the 1-month visit, you can have your vision and intraocular pressure checked at a local clinic after returning home.)
• Recovery Time: Recovery begins the next day
• Post-Operative Care: Use prescribed eye drops for 2 weeks to 1 month, depending on your progress.
• Surgical Effect: Corrects vision (astigmatism, myopia, hyperopia)
• Ideal Candidates: Those who want a quick recovery, Those with severe dry eye, Those needing correction for myopia/astigmatism, Those who want to avoid corneal damage, Those who want to prevent keratoconus, Those who engage in intense sports like boxing
• Precautions:
  • Blink frequently and use artificial tears regularly.  
  • On the day of surgery, avoid tilting your head forward and do not squeeze your eyes too tightly.  
  • On the day of surgery, you may experience eye discomfort or a gritty sensation, making it difficult to open your eyes for half a day; this will naturally improve over time.  
  • Pregnancy is allowed one month after stopping all medications. If you become pregnant while using medication, contact the clinic.  
  • From the day after surgery, you may wash your face, apply skin makeup, read, watch TV, use a computer, and visit public baths and saunas, and apply eye makeup. 
  • Light exercise (jogging, stretching, etc.) and swimming are allowed one week after surgery.  
  • Alcohol and smoking are allowed two weeks after surgery.  
  • Perming, dyeing hair, and intense sports (like ball games) are allowed one month after surgery.

Lens Implantation (ICL)

• Surgical Method: Lens implantation surgery corrects vision by directly inserting a corrective lens inside the eye. The most crucial aspect of this surgery is accurately measuring the size of the lens and the space where it will be placed. Therefore, a precise pre-surgery examination is essential. Since the lens is directly inserted into the eye, the surgeon's skill is critically important.
• Advantages: Minimal pain and quick recovery, Reversible at any time, Suitable for patients with thin corneas or hyperopia, The lens has built-in UV protection, reducing myopia regression, The large optical zone is beneficial for people with large pupils at night
• Surgery Duration: 20 minutes
• Anesthesia: Topical anesthesia with eye drops
• Follow-up Visits: 1 day after surgery, 1 week after surgery, 1 month after surgery  (After the 1-month visit, annual check-ups for vision, intraocular pressure, and endothelial cell count are required. These can be done at a local clinic after returning home.)
• Recovery Time: Recovery begins the next day
• Post-Operative Care: Use prescribed eye drops for 2 weeks to 1 month, depending on your progress.
• Surgical Effect: Corrects vision (myopia, astigmatism, hyperopia)
• Ideal Candidates: Those with extremely high myopia/astigmatism for whom LASIK or LASEK is not an option, Those with large pupils at night, Those with severe hyperopia for whom LASIK or LASEK is not possible, Those with severe dry eyes, Those with thin corneas compared to their refractive error, Those with myopia or astigmatism who wish to avoid corneal reshaping
• Precautions:
  • Blink frequently and use artificial tears regularly.  
  • In the early stages after surgery, vision may appear blurry or doubled, and there may be a difference in vision between the two eyes.  
  • Avoid vigorous head movements or rubbing your eyes after surgery, as this can cause complications such as internal bleeding or retinal detachment.  
  • If you experience sudden vision loss, eye pain, or severe bleeding, contact the hospital immediately and visit the clinic. If you cannot visit the clinic, go to the nearest emergency room.  
  • On the day of surgery, avoid tilting your head forward and do not squeeze your eyes too tightly.  
  • Do not rub your eyes for 3 days after surgery, and wear a plastic eye shield while sleeping during this period to prevent accidental rubbing during sleep.  
  • Pregnancy is allowed one month after stopping all medications. If you become pregnant while using medication, contact the clinic.  
  • You may wash your face and apply skin makeup starting 3 days after surgery.  
  • Light exercise (jogging, stretching, etc.) is allowed 1 week after surgery.  
  • Alcohol, smoking, and using public baths and saunas are allowed 2 weeks after surgery.  
  • Perming, dyeing hair, eye makeup, swimming, and intense sports (such as ball games) are allowed 1 month after surgery.