After SMILE vision correction, most patients have a quick and relatively painless recovery period. Within 24 hours, the tiny incision where the lenticule (a tiny disc-shaped tissue) was placed heals. On the day after the treatment, it’s common to feel a little dry or have sleepy eyes. Following the treatment, the eyes are maintained at ease with a surgeon-recommended regimen of medication drops and artificial tears. The majority of SMILE patients resume daily activities the next day, including driving, going to work, and engaging in light exercise. We advise SMILE patients to wait a week following their treatment before wearing makeup or going swimming.