I have thin corneas and can't get LASIK, so my doctor recommended SMILE but I've heard it has some drawbacks. Now I'm seeing Contoura Vision might be better what's the best option for someone with thin corneas like me?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Contoura Vision needs sufficient corneal thickness; SMILE is preferred in thinner corneas‚Äîchoose based on topography and surgeon‚Äôs advice.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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