K-ClinicMyopia and Presbyopia Surgery Korea: 2 Routes, 2026 Prices
Gangnam Good Eye Clinic in Seoul offers both myopia procedures (SMILE Pro, SMILE LASIK, Evo ICL) and presbyopia procedures (LBV laser, Viva ICL) under one roof, so you can discuss them using one set of exam data. Whether and how they can be combined is decided by the doctor after your pre-op exam.
The Hardest Combination: Blurry Both Far and Near
You were nearsighted when you were young, and then presbyopia arrives after 40. You need glasses for distance, and for near work you take them off or switch to another pair. Many people start seriously considering surgery at this stage.
The problem is not only "I can't see clearly" but also that you have to carry more pairs of glasses: myopia glasses, reading glasses, sunglasses, and a decision every morning about which ones to bring.
Gangnam Good Eye Clinic in Seoul offers both types of correction at one clinic, so you can discuss them using the same exam data instead of visiting two clinics and repeating the tests.
Myopia and Presbyopia Surgery: Two Routes Each
Myopia options are SMILE Pro, SMILE LASIK and Evo ICL. Presbyopia options are LBV laser and Viva ICL.
The routes share one dividing line: whether the cornea is reshaped. Laser procedures (SMILE Pro, SMILE LASIK, LBV) adjust the cornea. ICL (Evo, Viva) places a lens inside the eye and does not cut the cornea.
Corneal thickness is a hard limit. If the cornea is not thick enough, laser options are limited, and ICL is then considered.
This is only a general overview. Which procedure suits you is decided by the doctor based on your pre-op exam results.
Can You Have Both Corrected? Only the Doctor Can Answer
We won't give you an answer before the exam, because no one can. The doctor looks at very specific things:
- Corneal thickness: determines the range in which laser is possible
- Prescription: depth of myopia, any astigmatism, and the degree of presbyopia
- Dry eye severity: affects procedure choice and how your eyes feel after surgery
- Overall eye condition
The detailed pre-op exam at Gangnam Good Eye Clinic takes about 2–3 hours and checks these points. Director Kim Jun-heon then personally reviews your data and explains the suitable procedure and its risks.
In practice, first describe your situation clearly through the live chat to get a general direction, and leave the formal assessment to the day of your exam.
Questions Worth Asking at Your Consultation
If you have both myopia and presbyopia, it helps to ask more specific questions:
- Can my myopia and presbyopia be treated in the same session, or should they be done separately?
- If separately, which should come first?
- With my corneal thickness, which has more room: laser or ICL?
- After treatment, will I still need glasses for near vision?
- I fly home on a certain date. Does this schedule work?
The fourth question matters most. For people in this age group, "what will my vision be like afterwards" matters more than "which procedure". The doctor can only answer after seeing your data, so ask directly at the consultation.
How Much Does It Cost? 2026 Prices
The 2026 promotional prices include same-day surgery, SNS post-op review and companion discounts:
- LBV laser presbyopia package: ₩4,000,000
- Presbyopia Viva ICL: ₩6,000,000
- Myopia procedures (SMILE Pro, SMILE LASIK, Evo ICL): ₩2,300,000–₩6,000,000
The same-day surgery discount is −₩100,000 for presbyopia correction and −₩300,000 for myopia, so the conditions differ slightly. The LBV package and Viva ICL include accommodation and airport drop-off, or up to ₩200,000 in cash instead.
K-Clinic coupons: SMILE Pro −₩200,000, LBV package −₩200,000, SMILE LASIK −₩100,000. They can be combined with other promotions.
Medication is paid separately at the pharmacy, roughly ₩40,000 or a little more for one month. The actual combination and total cost depend on your pre-op exam results.
Dry Eye Care in the Package: Worth Noting at This Age
The LBV laser presbyopia package includes the three-part dry eye set (PRP serum, punctal plug/tear drainage procedure, M22 dry eye laser). The SMILE Pro all-in-one package includes the same dry eye set.
The condition of the eye surface affects how your eyes feel after surgery, and dry eye is common in this age group. The clinic checks dry eye severity during the detailed pre-op exam rather than waiting until after surgery.
Whether to add it is something to discuss with the doctor after the exam. Rather than guessing from package names, put your data on the table and ask.
Planning Your Trip to Seoul
The detailed pre-op exam and surgery can be arranged on the same day. Check the closed days before booking flights:
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Mon–Wed | 10:00–18:30 |
| Fri | 10:00–20:00 |
| Sat | 09:00–16:00 |
| Thu, Sun and public holidays | Closed |
The clinic is about a 2-minute walk from Gangnam Station. Before you leave, ask how many days to stop wearing contact lenses. If you don't stop long enough, corneal thickness and prescription can't be measured accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I already had laser surgery for myopia and now have presbyopia. Can it still be treated?
It depends on your exam results. Tell the doctor what surgery you had and roughly when.
Q. Is it better to do everything at once or in two stages?
The doctor decides based on your exam results. At the consultation, mention your schedule limits as well.
Q. Will I still need glasses afterwards?
Results vary by procedure and by person, so ask the doctor directly at your consultation.
Q. Can I go with my partner?
Yes, and when two people go together, the companion discount of −₩100,000 applies.
Q. Is it OK if I don't speak Korean?
Yes. Booking and consultation can be done in English through this website's Request booking button or live chat.
Want to Ask First?
Use the Request booking button or the live chat to tell us your myopia and presbyopia prescriptions, whether you have had eye surgery before, which contact lenses you wear, and roughly when you want to visit Korea.
We will first reply with how many days to stop wearing contact lenses and the available time slots. The formal assessment is left to the doctor on the day of your exam.
Frequently asked questions
Can myopia and presbyopia be corrected at the same time in Korea?
Gangnam Good Eye Clinic in Seoul offers both myopia and presbyopia procedures, so you can compare options using the same exam results. Whether they can be scheduled together is decided by the doctor based on your exam.
What are the presbyopia correction options in Korea?
LBV laser uses a laser to balance the work of your two eyes for distance and near vision. Presbyopia Viva ICL places a lens inside the eye and does not cut the cornea.
How much does myopia and presbyopia surgery cost in Korea?
In 2026, the LBV package is ₩4,000,000 and Viva ICL is ₩6,000,000, while myopia procedures range from ₩2,300,000 to ₩6,000,000. The actual combination and total depend on your exam results.
Can I get presbyopia or myopia surgery in Korea if I don't speak Korean?
Yes. You can request a booking and ask questions in English through the Request booking button or the live chat on this website.
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