What If You Have a High Prescription?

Why Seoul Clinics Might Be the Best Solution for Your Vision
If you're living with a high prescription, you know how frustrating it can be — thick glasses, expensive lenses, and the limitations they bring. But what if we told you that Seoul, South Korea is one of the best places in the world to find real solutions for high myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism?

In this blog, we'll explore why patients from all over the world choose Seoul for advanced vision correction — and how BGN Eye Clinic stands out among the best. What Is Considered a “High Prescription”?

High prescription typically refers to:

Myopia (nearsightedness): -6.00 diopters or higher

Hyperopia (farsightedness): +5.00 diopters or higher

Astigmatism: ±2.00 diopters or more

When your prescription reaches this level, not all types of laser surgery may be suitable — and that’s where expert consultation becomes critical.

Affordable Excellence

Compared to many Western countries, surgeries in Korea are often more affordable, even with the highest-quality care.
You can receive advanced treatment and even enjoy a trip to Seoul — all at a cost lower than local prices in your home country.

What If You Have a High Prescription?

Why ICL at a Seoul Clinic Could Be Your Best Choice
If you're struggling with extremely high myopia or astigmatism, you've probably been told that LASIK or LASEK might not be suitable for your eyes. But that doesn't mean you're out of options. In fact, the ICL procedure — especially when performed at top-tier clinics in Seoul — may offer you better results with long-term safety.

ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is a vision correction procedure where a soft, biocompatible lens is implanted inside the eye — between your natural lens and the iris. Unlike LASIK or SMILE, ICL doesn’t reshape the cornea. Instead, it adds an internal lens that corrects your vision, almost like placing a permanent contact lens inside the eye.

Why ICL Is the Best Option for High Prescriptions
If your prescription is extremely high (typically worse than -8.00 diopters), you may have already been told that laser procedures like LASIK or LASEK aren’t recommended. That’s because:

The cornea may be too thin to safely reshape

Results may be less predictable

There's a higher risk of complications

In these cases, ICL offers a stable, high-definition solution, especially when handled by experienced surgeons and high-tech clinics like BGN.
Real Vision, Real Freedom
With ICL, patients who never imagined life without thick glasses or expensive contact lenses are now enjoying crystal-clear vision — and it’s changing their lives.

At BGN Eye Clinic, we believe that a high prescription doesn’t have to mean limited options. Let our team guide you to the safest and most advanced vision correction available today.

Contact us today to book your consultation.
Tel: 010-3435-5770
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Email: info@bgneyeclinic.com
Website: bgneyeclinic.com
Address: Lotte World Tower, 11th Floor, 300 Olympic Road, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Korea