{"id":964,"date":"2023-11-24T22:09:29","date_gmt":"2023-11-24T22:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vicare.mx\/smile-surgery\/"},"modified":"2025-01-13T22:55:02","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T22:55:02","slug":"smile-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vicare.mx\/en\/smile-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Smile Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cirug\u00eda-lasik-en-guadalajara-bg.jpg” background_last_edited=”on|tablet” background_position_tablet=”center_left” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”50px||50px||true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px||30px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ header_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” header_text_color=”#411a60″ header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.5em” header_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_font_size_phone=”26px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Smile Surgery<\/h1>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#9db7bd” divider_weight=”4px” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”300px” custom_margin=”-15px||15px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

It is a minimally invasive procedure <\/strong>performed to correct the quality of<\/strong> a person’ s vision<\/strong>. The objective of this procedure is to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses<\/strong>. To achieve this, the transparent surface of the eye(cornea<\/em>) is regularized with a laser beam. This procedure can be performed to correct problems such as myopia and astigmatism<\/strong> (hyperopia cannot currently be corrected). Although there is a mechanism to help correct eyestrain (presbyopia), it does not apply to everyone. Smile stands for “Small Incision Leticule Extraction”.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”diseases” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cirug\u00eda-lasik-en-guadalajara-bg-1-1.jpg” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”50px|auto|50px|auto|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway|300|||||||” text_font_size=”23px” custom_margin=”94px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_line_height=”2em” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

“Unlike the surgery better known as “LASIK”, SMILE does not require a cut on the surface of the eye<\/strong>, as the reduction of your prescription is given directly with the laser, without the need to use a metal cutting instrument. Visual recovery from SMILE is usually faster<\/strong>, and discomfort is usually less.”<\/em><\/p>\n

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Dr. Daniel J\u00e1uregui<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/VICARE-CIRUGIA-LASIK-DR-JAUREGUI-9838-1.webp” title_text=”VICARE LASIK SURGERY DR JAUREGUI-9838″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”50px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px||30px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ max_width=”1850px” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”What is SMILE Surgery?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” title_font_size=”40px” custom_margin=”-40px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-body-color%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}” sticky_enabled=”0″ title_text_color=”gcid-body-color”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_divider color=”#411a60″ divider_weight=”4px” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”150px” module_alignment=”left” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10px||10px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” global_module=”1196″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” saved_tabs=”all”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

At Vicare<\/strong>, we offer SMILE Surgery<\/strong> (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction), an advanced vision correction technique that uses the most modern technology in ophthalmology.<\/p>\n

This procedure is minimally invasive and is performed with a high-precision laser, designed to correct problems such as myopia<\/strong> and astigmatism<\/strong>, eliminating the need for lenses or glasses in most cases.<\/p>\n

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How does SMILE Surgery work?<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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    • The procedure uses a femtosecond laser<\/strong> that creates a small lenticule (thin cut in the cornea) to correct visual defects.<\/li>\n
    • Unlike other surgeries such as LASIK, SMILE Surgery<\/strong> does not require large cuts or the creation of a flap, which makes it less invasive and reduces the risk of complications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Benefits of SMILE Surgery at Vicare<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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          • Quick procedure:<\/strong> It takes only a few minutes per eye.<\/li>\n
          • Rapid recovery:<\/strong> Most patients resume normal activities the following day.<\/li>\n
          • Greater comfort:<\/strong> Less discomfort during and after the procedure.<\/li>\n
          • Lasting results:<\/strong> An effective and safe solution to improve your vision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/smile.webp” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”smile-surgery-femtolaser” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ show_bottom_space=”off” custom_margin=”28px||||false|false”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”50px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”30px||30px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” max_width=”1850px” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”What are the risks of SMILE Surgery?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” title_font_size=”40px” custom_margin=”-40px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text_color=”#9db7bd” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_divider color=”#411a60″ divider_weight=”4px” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”150px” module_alignment=”left” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-10px||10px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” global_module=”1196″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

            SMILE Surgery<\/strong> is a fast, painless and safe procedure. However, like any ophthalmologic procedure, there may be minor side effects that are usually temporary and easy to manage. Among them:<\/p>\n

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            • Light intolerance:<\/strong> It is common for the eyes to be more sensitive to light in the first days after surgery.<\/li>\n
            • Mild inflammation:<\/strong> In rare cases, there may be greater than expected inflammation, controllable with medication.<\/li>\n
            • Dry eye:<\/strong> Many people experience temporary dryness after SMILE Surgery<\/strong>, effectively treated with artificial tears.<\/li>\n
            • Night vision problems:<\/strong> Halos or glare may appear during the night as the eye adapts, but usually diminish with time.<\/li>\n
            • Temporary decrease in sharpness or contrast sensitivity:<\/strong> This may occur in the recovery process, but usually improves in a short time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              At Vicare<\/strong>, we are committed to your recovery, providing you with the necessary attention and follow-up to guarantee optimal results with SMILE Surgery.<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” use_custom_gutter=”on” width=”100%” max_width=”1850px” module_alignment=”center” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”What happens BEFORE SMILE Surgery?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” title_font_size=”28px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text_color=”#9db7bd” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/VICARE-CONSULTA-DR-JAUREGUI-9695-1.webp” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”VICARE CONSULTATION DR JAUREGUI-9695″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

              Prior to SMILE Surgery<\/strong>, we perform a comprehensive eye exam<\/strong> and a specialized study called Corneal Topography<\/strong> to assess the health of your eyes and accurately plan the procedure.<\/p>\n

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              • If you wear contact lenses<\/strong>:\n
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                • Suspend them at least 3 days<\/strong> before your evaluation appointment.<\/li>\n
                • Stop using them 3 days before surgery<\/strong>; ideally, one week before for best results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                • The day of surgery<\/strong>:\n
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                  • Go without make-up, lotions, perfume or deodorant spray<\/strong>, as these products may interfere with the procedure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                  • During your consultation, the specialist at Cl\u00ednica Oftalmol\u00f3gica Vicare<\/strong> will provide you with personalized instructions according to your needs, ensuring an individualized approach and the best results with your SMILE Surgery.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”What happens DURING SMILE Surgery?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” title_font_size=”28px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” title_text_color=”#9db7bd” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/VICARE-CIRUGIA-SMILE-DR-JAUREGUI-9814-1.webp” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”VICARE CIRUGIA SMILE DR JAUREGUI-9814″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n
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                    • Duration:<\/strong> The procedure takes, on average, 5 minutes per eye<\/strong>, although it may vary by physician and hospital.<\/li>\n
                    • Surgical environment:<\/strong> It is performed in an outpatient operating room<\/strong>, where the patient remains lying face up.<\/li>\n
                    • Preparation:<\/strong>\n
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                      • The surgeon will apply anesthetic drops<\/strong> and an antibiotic<\/strong> to the surface of the eye to avoid discomfort and prevent infection.<\/li>\n
                      • Intense lights and instruments close to the eyes will be used; during the procedure, vision may become blurred.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                      • Use of lasers:<\/strong>\n
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                        • A computer-controlled laser<\/strong>, programmed specifically for your eye exam, emits pulses of light to correct your vision.<\/li>\n
                        • The laser releases a tissue inside the cornea that is affecting vision, which the surgeon removes in seconds.<\/li>\n
                        • It is common for vision to be blurred immediately after surgery. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                        • Bilateral procedure:<\/strong> Once the procedure is completed in one eye, the surgeon can repeat the process in the other eye, if necessary.<\/li>\n
                        • Postoperative protection:<\/strong>\n
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                          • The specialist may place a transparent shield<\/strong> over the eye to protect it while it heals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            The procedure may vary slightly from doctor to doctor and hospital to hospital, but is always tailored to the patient’s needs.<\/em><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”What happens AFTER SMILE Surgery?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” title_font_size=”28px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ title_text_color=”#9db7bd”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/vicare.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/VICARE-PREPARACION-PARA-CIRUGIA-LASIK-DR-JAUREGUI-9828.webp” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”VICARE PREPARATION FOR LASIK SURGERY DR JAUREGUI-9828″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

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                              • First hours:<\/strong>\n
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                                • It is normal to experience blurred vision, burning, tearing, itching or discomfort with light. These discomforts usually diminish gradually during the first day of recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                • Important care:<\/strong>\n
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                                  • Avoid touching, rubbing your eyes or squeezing your eyelids tightly.<\/li>\n
                                  • Red spots<\/strong> may appear in the white part of the eye (effusions)<\/strong>, which disappear in about three weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                  • Medical follow-up:<\/strong>\n
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                                    • You will need to have a check-up with the surgeon 24 to 48 hours<\/strong> after the procedure to evaluate your recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                    • Temporary restrictions:<\/strong>\n
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                                      • Avoid intense exercise<\/strong> or swimming in a pool for at least one week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                                      • Accompaniment:<\/strong>\n
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                                        • Ask someone to drive you home after surgery. It is recommended that you be accompanied for the first 24 hours, as your vision will be blurry after the procedure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#411a60″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”70%” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font=”Raleway|800|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#ffffff” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” hover_enabled=”0″ header_2_text_align_tablet=”center” header_2_text_align_phone=”” header_2_text_align_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” header_3_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_3_text_align=”center” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_line_height=”1.7em” sticky_enabled=”0″]\n

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