When considering eye surgery in Korea, it’s crucial to understand how your current eye health and prescription influence your eligibility for specific procedures. For refractive surgeries like LASIK, candidates typically need to be at least 18 years old, with some surgeons recommending waiting until the mid-20s to ensure prescription stability. A stable prescription, meaning no significant changes over at least one to two years, is essential. Additionally, refractive errors should fall within certain limits; for LASIK, common criteria are up to -12.00 diopters for nearsightedness, +6.00 diopters for farsightedness, and up to 6.00 diopters of astigmatism. It’s also important to have healthy eyes free from conditions like dry eye syndrome, glaucoma, or cataracts. A comprehensive eye examination will help determine if your eye health and prescription align with the requirements for your desired surgery.
I recently went through a full evaluation before considering vision correction surgery and I’m so glad I did. I’d worn glasses since I was 12, and by my late 20s, my prescription was around -5.25 in both eyes. I thought LASIK might be fine, but I wanted to be certain.
Dr. Chung Eui Sang at SNU Eye Clinic in Seoul completely changed my understanding of what was safe for my eyes. He was transparent, thorough, and personalized the plan to my lifestyle no pressure, just clear guidance. A few weeks later, I had perfect vision and couldn’t be happier.