SMILE pro in NYC

Name: SMILE
Brand: Kelly Vision
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Kelly Vision is the only practice in New York City and the surrounding area to offer SMILE pro, a minimally invasive procedure and the most advanced refractive surgery to treat mild to severe nearsightedness and astigmatism.

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SMILE pro: Advanced, State-of-the-Art Laser Eye Surgery

SMILE pro (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) eye surgery is the latest achievement in laser vision correction and is also the fastest-growing laser vision correction technique. Over 8,000,000 SMILE pro laser eye surgery procedures have been performed over the past decade worldwide. Kelly Vision is a pioneer of this technology, being one of only a few vision centers in the Northeast to use the procedure to customize your vision correction procedure. If you’re in the NYC or Long Island areas and want to discover more about SMILE pro LASIK surgery, we welcome you to schedule a consultation with our board-certified ophthalmologists.

SMILE pro at Kelly Vision

SMILE pro Patient Experience

Benefits of SMILE pro Laser Eye Surgery

Achieves clear, corrected vision
Minimally invasive
A quick, gentle, bladeless procedure
Causes little to no pain
Most patients return to their normal routine the following day
Typically less discomfort/dry eye than with other vision correction procedures
No more hassles with glasses or contact lenses

How Does SMILE pro Laser Eye Surgery Work?

In a normal eye, the cornea and lens bend (refract) light so that the light lands properly on the retina, resulting in clear images being transmitted to the brain. When an eye is nearsighted, it’s slightly too long or steeply curved, which affects the focusing power of the cornea and lens. This causes light to focus on a point in front of the retina as opposed to directly on its surface, which results in blurry vision when viewing objects at a distance. In the past, the best way to correct nearsightedness was with laser procedures like LASIK, which require the surgeon to make a corneal flap. By contrast, SMILE pro laser eye surgery uses an ultra-fast femtosecond laser to precisely modify the shape of the cornea from the inside. SMILE pro is approved by the FDA to treat both nearsightedness and astigmatism.

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What Makes SMILE pro LASIK Surgery Different from Traditional LASIK?

During LASIK, a small flap is made on the surface of the eye, and the laser then re-shapes the cornea. This corrects the refractive error, and the flap is then lowered so it can heal. With SMILE pro laser eye surgery, no flap is made. Instead, a laser is used to create a very precise, lens-shaped portion of tissue within the cornea and a small-incision opening. Next, the portion of tissue is removed through the micro-incision. The cornea then settles into the shape needed to accurately focus light onto the retina. During a complimentary consultation, Dr. Kelly or Dr. Brissette will help you determine which option is best for your eyes.

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What Happens During SMILE pro Laser Eye Surgery?

Step 1 SMILE Laser Eye Surgery

Step 1: In less than 30 seconds, a femtosecond laser is used to create a circular, lens-shaped cut called a “lenticule” inside the cornea. At the same time, the advanced laser creates a tiny access incision that’s only about 4mm wide.

Step 2 SMILE Laser Eye Surgery

Step 2: The lenticule is carefully removed through the small incision, leaving the rest of the cornea intact.

Step 3 SMILE Laser Eye Surgery

Step 3: The removal of the lenticule changes the shape of the corneal surface, which improves the way light is focused on the retina. This results in clear vision for patients with myopia and/or astigmatism.

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Dr. James Kelly

Why Choose Kelly Vision?

If you’re ready to improve your vision, protect your eye health, and finally break free from glasses and contacts, we encourage you to begin your journey today with a free consultation with Dr. James Kelly or Dr. Ashley Brissette. Both are board-certified ophthalmologists and leaders in refractive surgery, offering a full range of advanced treatments tailored to your individual needs. Dr. Kelly also serves as the Director of Refractive Surgery Education at Northwell Health and The Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, while Dr. Brissette brings her expertise as a double board-certified surgeon and trusted ophthalmologist to the New York Rangers. Together, they use state-of-the-art technology to deliver life-changing results in a personalized, boutique setting. If you're in the NYC or Long Island areas and want to explore your options, contact Kelly Vision today — your clear vision starts here.

“Got SMILE LASIK surgery with Dr. Kelly about six weeks ago. Everything from the checkups to the procedure was pleasant, and the staff made sure I was well informed on the operation and post op care. Was able to see perfect the next day, and all symptoms (including dry eye) were gone within 72 hours, with the exception of mild light sensitivity which lasted a few weeks. I now have 20/15 vision and would recommend Dr. Kelly and the SMILE operation to anyone looking to have their vision corrected.”

Christopher B.

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James Kelly, MD

50,000 surgeries

LASIK/SMILE/PRK

10,000

Cataract surgeries

40 Years

Of Surgical Experience

Director

Refractive Surgery Education, Northwell Health

Industry Collaborator

Johnson and Johnson, Staar Surgical, Alcon and others

Innovator

Comprehensive Refractive Surgeon