A new life without glasses
Summer and glasses don't go well together. Foggy lenses, sweating under the nose pads, limitations during sports, swimming, or hiking. And contact lenses? They can be uncomfortable or even risky in the heat, while swimming, or when traveling. That's why summer is a great opportunity to get rid of both glasses and lenses – permanently.
Many people hesitate: "In summer? Not now." However, this season can actually be the most suitable in terms of timing, routine, and health. Thanks to advanced technologies, gentle methods, and quick healing, there’s no need for a recovery period lasting weeks. If you're considering a procedure that will give you permanent freedom from glasses, summer is the perfect starting point.
The way eye surgeries are performed has changed. The biggest difference between the past and present lies in what modern technologies allow us to do today. A procedure that once involved longer preparation, restrictions, and slow healing now often represents a short outpatient visit with a quick return to normal life.
The SMILE laser method is the best example of this. It is minimally invasive and gentle. The surgery is performed using a femtosecond laser, which, based on precise calculations, adjusts the required number of diopters without disrupting the strength and stability of the cornea. The result is a lower risk of complications and very fast healing.
"Thanks to the gentle technology of the SMILE method, healing is very fast. Most patients achieve 90 to 100% visual acuity the next day and almost immediately return to their normal lives. The vision itself may still be fine-tuned, but comfort and ease set in almost immediately," says MUDr. Andrea Janeková, a doctor at Eye Centre Prague.
Summer is not only a time for vacations but also a period when people naturally have more time for themselves. This can be the ideal time for a procedure that will change your daily comfort. Here are several reasons why you should consider it right now:
Quick return to comfort
The SMILE method is an outpatient procedure and does not require hospitalization. The procedure takes only a few minutes, and after resting at home, you can quickly return to your normal routine in the following days – without glasses.
Lower risk of viral infections
While in the winter months, colds or flu may pose a risk of complicating or delaying the surgery, during the summer, the body is usually stronger and less susceptible to common infections.
A new perspective on the world – perhaps during a vacation
The summer months are a natural choice for many patients to undergo the procedure – they have more free time and can more easily set aside a few days for a quieter routine. Thanks to rapid healing, they can enjoy the rest of the summer to the fullest – whether in nature, on trips, or on vacation. It’s often during these activities that they realize the significant change the procedure has brought them.
Natural protection for the eyes
After laser surgery, it’s important to protect the eyes from UV radiation. And in the summer, we do this instinctively – wearing sunglasses, avoiding harsh midday sunlight. The recommended behavior is often automatically followed. Additionally, many patients enjoy the ability to wear regular sunglasses for the first time – stylish, comfortable, and without the need for prescription lenses.
Calmer mind, calmer body
The summer routine is typically slower and less stressful. With children out of school, work pace slows down, and finding time for self-care becomes easier than during other times of the year. People often feel better mentally as well, which helps the overall recovery process.
Although the SMILE method is very gentle and recovery is quick, there are still a few basic recommendations to follow. In the first few days after the procedure, it is advisable to avoid dusty environments or intense sunlight without protective glasses. It is recommended to wait about 2 to 3 weeks before swimming in a pool or the sea. However, you can go on a summer vacation with almost no restrictions – just avoid planning a trip the very next day. Most patients fully enjoy their new vision and all the benefits of a summer without glasses just a few days after the procedure.
"The SMILE laser method is now one of the gentlest ways to safely and permanently get rid of diopters. Patients appreciate not only the quick return to normal life but especially that moment when they first see clearly without glasses and lenses. Very often, they say they should have had the procedure much sooner. Summer is also the ideal period – thanks to a more relaxed routine, both the eyes and the psyche adjust better," concludes Dr. Andrea Janeková.
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