ReLEx smile is a minimally invasive laser vision correction that reshapes the cornea through a small 2 mm incision — no flap required. Recovery is rapid and the risk of dry eyes is minimal. At Medifocus, the procedure is performed exclusively with the ZEISS VisuMax laser.

Yes. ReLEx SMILE is considered one of the safest forms of laser eye surgery. Because no corneal flap is made, structural integrity remains intact, lowering complication risk. At Medifocus Leuven, surgeons use ZEISS VisuMax lasers and Belgian-regulated safety standards to achieve over 99.9 % success with minimal dry-eye risk and fast healing.

Most patients experience little to no dryness after ReLEx smile. Because the corneal nerves are largely preserved, dry eyes are far less likely than with Femto LASIK. If any dryness does occur, the prescribed eye drops provided by Medifocus offer quick relief.

Improvement is rapid — most patients see clearly within 24 hours and return to work within 48 hours. Some night-vision adjustment such as mild halos can occur in the first weeks and typically resolves on its own. Medifocus schedules follow-up appointments to monitor your progress.

ReLEx smile candidates are typically aged 20–50 with stable myopia or astigmatism and sufficient corneal thickness. A thorough pre-operative assessment at Medifocus confirms your eligibility and whether ReLEx smile is the best option for your specific prescription and eye anatomy.

Stop wearing contact lenses 3 days before the surgery. Avoid eye makeup for 3 days before and after the procedure. Arrange a driver, as you will not be able to drive yourself home. Follow any additional personalised instructions provided by Medifocus at your pre-operative consultation.

Yes. The correction from ReLEx smile is permanent. Vision may change later in life due to the natural ageing of the eye lens — a process called presbyopia — but this is entirely unrelated to the ReLEx smile procedure itself. Medifocus monitors your vision long-term through scheduled follow-up appointments.

ReLEx smile has one of the fastest recovery times among all laser eye procedures. Most patients see clearly within 24 hours and resume normal activities within 48 hours. This rapid recovery makes ReLEx smile particularly popular with active people and athletes.

More than 99% of patients achieve 20/20 vision or better after ReLEx SMILE at Medifocus — the standard required to fly an airplane. Most patients are surprised by how sharp their vision already is within 24 hours of the procedure. A small number may retain a minor residual prescription, which can be refined if needed. During your pre-operative assessment, Medifocus calculates the most realistic outcome for your specific corneal profile and prescription.