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Which type of vision correction surgery is right for me?

There are six types of vision correction surgeries alone, including LASIK, LASEK, SMILE LASIK, ICL (Implantable Contact Lens), and Presbyopia LASIK, with costs ranging widely from around 1 million won to 6 million won for both eyes. You can check which surgery is suitable for you, how much it costs, and how to claim medical expense tax deductions all in one app.

📋 Key Features

▶ LASIK/LASEK Suitability Self-Diagnosis

Quickly check if you meet the conditions to consider surgery through five questions covering age, visual stability, pregnancy/nursing, underlying medical conditions, ability to discontinue contact lenses, and securing a recovery period.

Which type of vision correction surgery is right for me? ▶ Comparison of Costs and Recovery Periods by Surgery Type

Compare key information at a glance for LASIK (1–2 million KRW, recovery 3–5 days), LASIK (1.3–2.5 million KRW, recovery 1–2 days), SMILE (2–3.5 million KRW), SMILE PRO (2.5–4 million KRW), ICL (4–6 million KRW), and Presbyopia LASIK (2.5–4 million KRW) (Based on Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service Non-covered Medical Service Statistics 2025 and Modudak Price Information 2026).

▶ Pre- and Post-Surgery Checklist

Ensures you take care of everything without missing anything through 10 pre-determined items, such as booking a detailed examination (compare 2–3 clinics), discontinuing contact lenses, having a guardian accompany you, wearing protective glasses, administering eye drops, and scheduling regular check-ups.

▶ Guide to Medical Expense Tax Deduction

Vision correction surgery costs are eligible for a 15% medical expense tax deduction (Article 59-4 of the Income Tax Act). Your medical expenses are fully deductible without any limit, so you can expect to save approximately 300,000 won on a 2 million won surgery.

▶ 5 Guides by Surgery Type

We provide step-by-step information tailored to your specific situation, covering everything from a comparison of LASIK vs. LASEK, the pros and cons of SMILE LASIK, eligibility for presbyopia LASIK, post-operative care, and the differences between LASIK and TODAY LASEK.

▶ Quiz & General Knowledge

You can easily learn key information through 50 multiple-choice and true/false questions related to vision correction surgery, along with 50 tips covering costs, recovery, tax deductions, and side effects. 📌 Recommended for:

• Individuals in their 20s to 40s considering vision correction surgery for the first time

• Those who want to compare which surgery is suitable among LASIK, LASEK, and SMILE

• Those who want to know in advance the additional costs for tests, eye drops, and check-ups beyond the surgery fee

• Those curious about how to save on surgery costs through medical expense tax credits

• Individuals in their 40s and older considering vision correction after the onset of presbyopia

🔑 Key Facts to Know

• All vision correction surgeries are non-covered by health insurance — generally not covered by national health insurance or private health insurance.

• Medical expense tax credit: 15% deduction on the amount exceeding 3% of total income; no limit on personal medical expenses.

• Contact lens use must be discontinued for 1 week (soft) to 1 month (hard) prior to a detailed examination.

• Surgery is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding, corneal disease, or fluctuating vision.

• Post-operative care: Eye drops for 6 months to 1 year, protective glasses for 1 week, and regular check-ups for 1 year. • Comparative consultations with 2-3 ophthalmology clinics recommended — Compare prices, examination precision, and re-surgery guarantees together.

[Disclaimer]

※ This app does not represent the government, medical institutions, or related organizations.

※ This app provides general information regarding vision correction surgery and does not replace medical advice. Your eligibility for surgery, the appropriate type of surgery, and the risk of side effects can only be accurately determined through a precise examination by an ophthalmologist.

※ Cost ranges are based on the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) non-covered medical expense statistics (2025) and Modudak price information (2026); costs may vary depending on the clinic, region, and equipment.

※ Medical expense tax deduction limits and rates are subject to change following amendments to relevant laws.

※ Source: Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service Non-covered Medical Expense Information (https://www.hira.or.kr), Article 59-4 of the Income Tax Act