# Vision correction surgery satisfaction and techniques > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vision-correction-surgery-satisfaction-and-techniques > Updated: 2026-10-06T22:34:21.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Clinical data indicates high patient satisfaction rates for vision correction surgeries, specifically SMILE LASIK and Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) procedures. A study presented at the 2025 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) reported satisfaction rates of 97.4% for SMILE and 99% for ICL. While effective, the procedures present different side effects: ICL patients reported higher instances of glare and light sensitivity, while SMILE patients experienced more frequent dry eye symptoms. Medical experts have emphasized that surgical expertise and customization are critical to successful outcomes. Because SMILE involves the manual removal of a lenticule through a small incision, surgeons must tailor plans to individual corneal conditions such as pupil size and thickness. Recent advancements in micro-incision technology aim to reduce incision sizes from the standard 2–4mm down to 1mm, which may decrease nerve damage, mitigate dry eye syndrome, and allow for faster recovery. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-06: SMILE LASIK: Importance of surgeon expertise and incision size Medical professionals highlight that surgeon expertise and minimal incision sizes (as small as 1mm) are crucial for successful SMILE LASIK surgery, reducing dry eye symptoms and speeding up recovery. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/smile-lasik-importance-of-surgeon-expertise-and-incision-size ### 2026-09-28: Vision correction surgery satisfaction rates high for SMILE and ICL Research shows high satisfaction for SMILE LASIK (97.4%) and ICL (99%) vision correction surgeries, noting distinct side-effect profiles and the importance of precise eye structure analysis for ICL. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vision-correction-surgery-satisfaction-rates-high-for-smile-and-icl --- Cite as: Vision correction surgery satisfaction and techniques. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/vision-correction-surgery-satisfaction-and-techniques