LASIK Eye Surgery Cost in Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore

Narayana Nethralaya does not publish a public tariff for refractive surgery. The table below presents verified pricing from patient reports, market benchmarks for NABH private eye hospitals in Bangalore, and the confirmed ₹95,000 figure for Contoura Vision at NN.

* All prices are benchmarked from HexaHealth’s Bangalore refractive patient database, NABH private eye hospital market data, and a Practo patient-confirmed quote of ₹95,000 for Contoura Vision at NN. ICL is priced per eye as each lens is custom-manufactured; the total for both eyes is ₹1,50,000–₹3,00,000+. NN does not publish a public tariff. Actual cost depends on procedure type, degree of refractive error, pre-operative diagnostics, and whether post-operative follow-up is bundled. Always confirm the final itemised estimate at your NN pre-operative consultation or through HexaHealth.

Not sure whether your eye profile qualifies for LASIK, SILK, SMILE, or ICL — or what the price difference means for your specific power? Talk to a HexaHealth Eye Care Expert (free). We review your pre-op report, confirm the right procedure at NN, and book your slot.

NN’s official refractive surgery page lists eight distinct procedures across laser-based corneal reshaping and lens-based correction. Understanding each option is essential to understanding why costs vary so significantly — and why the right procedure for your eyes may cost more or less than you assumed.

Femtosecond LASIK (Bladeless)

A femtosecond laser (FS200) creates a thin corneal flap; an excimer laser (EX500) reshapes the underlying stroma to correct the refractive error; the flap is repositioned and self-heals. Called “bladeless” because no microkeratome blade touches the cornea for flap creation. The most widely performed refractive procedure worldwide. NN describes it as “the most effective, precise, predictable, safe, and patient-friendly option for laser vision correction.” Recovery to normal vision: Day 1. Full recovery: 1 month.

Best for: Standard myopia, hyperopia, mild astigmatism; first-time LASIK candidates

Contoura Vision LASIK

NN was the first eye hospital in Karnataka to offer Contoura Vision. Uses the WaveLight Refractive Suite (FS200 + EX500) with topoguided ablation that maps 22,000 elevation points on the corneal surface — compared to 200 points for conventional LASIK. This allows correction of corneal surface irregularities (beyond just sphere and cylinder), providing sharper, more personalised outcomes. Particularly suited for patients with astigmatism greater than 1 dioptre and those who want the best possible optical quality from LASIK. NN Contoura patient-confirmed: ₹95,000 both eyes (Practo).

Best for: Astigmatism >1D; maximum optical quality; wavefront irregularities

WaveLight Plus (InnovEyes)

The most advanced flap-based laser option at NN. Called InnovEyes, it uses the SightMap device to capture wavefront, topography, biometry, and pachymetry in one session — then builds a 3D avatar of the entire optical system (not just the corneal surface, but the lens and retinal position too). The EX500 executes a custom ablation plan in seconds per eye. NN’s WaveLight Plus page states: “We’re proud to offer the most comprehensive refractive suite in Asia.” Dr. Naren Shetty personally confirmed as offering “AI-driven WaveLight Plus LASIK.”

Best for: Patients wanting absolute maximum personalisation; any residual higher-order aberration

SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction)

A flapless, keyhole procedure: a femtosecond laser creates a disc-shaped “lenticule” inside the cornea, which the surgeon removes through a small 2–4mm incision — no flap is made. The laser correction itself takes only 24–28 seconds; total procedure time approximately 15 minutes. Because no flap is created, SMILE preserves more corneal structural integrity, reduces the risk of dry eye, and has no flap-related complication risk. Preferred by athletes, people with dry eyes, and patients with active lifestyles. NN has been performing SMILE for several years and Dr. Rohit Shetty has confirmed SMILE Extra surgeries.

Best for: Dry eye sufferers; athletes; flap-risk concerns; moderate to high myopia

SILK — Smooth Incision Lenticule Keratomileusis

The newest lenticule extraction procedure available at NN, using the ELITA Femtosecond Laser Platform by Johnson & Johnson (CE Mark: March 2023). Like SMILE, it is flapless — but uses ultra-precise, low-energy pulses to create a biconvex lenticule extracted through a microscopic 2–3mm incision. SILK’s key advantage over SMILE: smoother corneal surface, potentially faster nerve regeneration, and reduced dry eye risk. NN’s SILK page confirms: “SILK uses a smoother, flapless technique with potentially faster recovery and reduced dry eye risk.” Multiple patient reviews from 2024 confirm Dr. Rohit Shetty performing SILK personally, with reviews noting “next day the results were amazing.”

Best for: Patients wanting the most current flapless technology; dry eye concerns; premium result

Trans PRK / Surface Ablation

The laser ablation is applied directly to the corneal surface after removing the epithelial layer — no flap, no incision. Recovery is slower than LASIK (3–5 days of significant discomfort; full stabilisation in 1–3 months) but the absence of any corneal incision makes PRK the preferred choice for patients with thin corneas, contact sport athletes, military/defence personnel, or those who have had previous corneal surgery. Dr. Rohit Shetty confirmed: “I had a Trans PRK done here by Dr. Rohit Shetty. The whole experience was really good and progressed seamlessly.”

Best for: Thin corneas; contact sports; military; previously operated corneas

ICL / Phakic IOL (Implantable Collamer Lens)

A permanently implantable contact lens is placed inside the eye, behind the iris and in front of the natural lens. Unlike LASIK, ICL does not alter the cornea — it adds a corrective lens to the existing optical system. The lens is custom-manufactured for each eye (explaining the higher cost). Reversible: the lens can be removed if needed. NN managed a patient with -17DS/-15DS (extreme high myopia) with Phakic IOL after she had been turned away by multiple centres. ICL is the solution when laser procedures cannot be safely performed due to thin corneas, high refractive error, or dry eye severity.

Best for: Very high myopia (-8D to -20D); thin corneas; not eligible for laser

The SILK surgery cost at Narayana Nethralaya deserves its own section because it is the most-searched new procedure at NN in 2026, and the one patients are most confused about. SILK is not a brand name for LASIK — it is a genuinely different surgical technique using different hardware.

SILK vs SMILE vs LASIK at NN — the key differences at a glance: LASIK creates a flap (cut in corneal surface) to access the stroma, then uses an excimer laser to reshape it. SMILE creates a lenticule inside the cornea through a keyhole incision (no flap). SILK also creates a lenticule (no flap) but uses the ELITA laser platform which delivers ultra-precise, low-energy pulses to create a biconvex lenticule with a smoother profile than SMILE’s standard extraction — claimed to result in faster nerve regeneration, reduced dry eye, and a cleaner corneal surface. The ELITA platform received CE Mark in March 2023. NN introduced SILK to its refractive suite.

SILK cost at NN: approximately ₹90,000–₹1,30,000 for both eyes — a premium over SMILE which is typically ₹80,000–₹1,20,000 for both eyes, reflecting the newer platform and expected “The Wow Effect” visual quality.

What justifies NN’s claim of having one of the largest refractive suites in Asia is the breadth of platforms available simultaneously — not one laser for all procedures, but the right laser for each case.

1. WaveLight FS200 Femtosecond Laser: Creates the corneal flap for Femto LASIK and Contoura LASIK. Ultra-fast (200kHz) femtosecond pulses generate a highly consistent, thin, smooth flap. Used in tandem with the EX500 for the complete WaveLight Refractive Suite.
2. WaveLight EX500 Excimer Laser: Fastest excimer laser available ablates at 500Hz with eye tracking at 1050Hz. Executes topography-guided (Contoura) and WaveLight Plus ray-traced ablation plans. Used with FS200 in the WaveLight Refractive Suite.
3. ELITA Femtosecond Platform (J&J): Johnson & Johnson’s latest lenticule extraction system. Low-energy, ultra-precise pulses create a biconvex lenticule with a smoother corneal surface than prior-generation SMILE platforms. CE Mark March 2023. SILK uses the ELITA exclusively.
4. ZEISS VisuMax Platform: The established femtosecond system for SMILE procedures. Creates the lenticule inside the cornea for extraction through a small keyhole. Long clinical track record; extensive published outcome data.
5. SCHWIND AMARIS Laser: Total corneal wavefront technology for customised ablation. CustomEyes with SCHWIND AMARIS addresses the full corneal wavefront (not just standard sphere + cylinder), providing an advanced customisation alternative to the WaveLight platform.
6. SightMap (Wavefront + Topo + Biometry): NN’s WaveLight Plus page confirms: one session with the SightMap device captures wavefront, topography, biometry, and pachymetry. Enables creation of a 3D eye avatar for personalised ray-traced ablation planning for InnovEyes treatments.
7. Pentacam Corneal Topography: Used pre-operatively for all refractive surgical candidates. Maps the curvature, thickness, and regularity of the cornea to determine eligibility and guide ablation planning. NN’s Contoura page specifies Pentacam as the topography system used.
8. Topolyser (Alcon): For Contoura Vision procedures, topographic scans are taken using the Topolyser on the day of surgery to generate the customised treatment plan for topoguided ablation. Ensures the correction is based on the cornea’s exact state on surgery day, not days earlier.

• Dr Rohit Shetty – Vice Chairman and Director of Cornea & Refractive Services with 14+ years of experience in LASIK, SMILE, SILK, Trans PRK, and ICL. Known for his expertise in keratoconus, corneal biomechanics, and advanced refractive surgery, with 200+ publications.

• Dr Naren Shetty – Vice Chairman and HOD of Cataract & Refractive Services with experience of 27,000+ surgeries. Specialises in AI-driven WaveLight Plus LASIK, SMILE, SILK, and ICL, especially for high-myopia patients.

• Dr Pooja Khamar – Refractive surgery and corneal specialist at Rajajinagar Centre, recognised for LASIK and PRK procedures and appreciated by patients for successful vision correction outcomes.

You’ve seen the procedure list: LASIK, Contoura, WaveLight Plus, SILK, SMILE, PRK, ICL. The right one depends on your corneal thickness, degree of myopia, presence of astigmatism, dry eye history, and lifestyle. NN’s pre-operative consultation takes 2–4 hours and runs all the necessary tests before making a recommendation. HexaHealth helps you prepare for that consultation, understand the report afterward, and confirms the cost for your specific recommended procedure. We also help with EMI plan options so the cost doesn’t become the reason you delay vision correction you’ve been considering for years.

LASIK Eligibility Criteria at Narayana Nethralaya

NN’s refractive surgery team determines eligibility based on a comprehensive pre-operative assessment. Not all patients are eligible for LASIK specifically, but most can be offered some form of refractive correction — whether laser or lens-based.

1. Age 18 or Older: The eye must have reached maturity. Refractive errors typically stabilise in the late teens or early twenties. NN requires a minimum age of 18 for any refractive procedure.
2. Stable Prescription for 6 Months: Refractive error must not have changed significantly for at least 6 months. Progressive myopia is a contraindication for LASIK until stabilisation is confirmed — check your recent prescriptions before booking.
3. Adequate Corneal Thickness: LASIK and SILK/SMILE require sufficient corneal tissue to safely ablate or extract without compromising structural integrity. Thin corneas may be redirected to Trans PRK (which removes less tissue) or ICL (which requires no corneal alteration).
4. Refractive Error Within Range: LASIK corrects myopia up to approximately –10D to –12D (depending on corneal thickness), hyperopia, and astigmatism. Very high myopia (–12D to –20D) often requires ICL / Phakic IOL. NN treated a patient with –17DS/–15DS via Phakic IOL successfully.
5. No Active Corneal Disease: Keratoconus (corneal thinning/ectasia) is a contraindication for LASIK. NN’s pre-op corneal topography (Pentacam) screens for subclinical keratoconus — a crucial safety check that not all LASIK centres perform with sufficient rigour.
6. Contact Lens Holiday: Contact lens wearers must switch to glasses for a few weeks before the pre-op assessment (soft lenses: 1–2 weeks; rigid/gas-permeable: 3–4 weeks). Contact lenses temporarily alter corneal curvature, which would corrupt topography readings and IOL calculations.

The NN Pre-LASIK Consultation and Day-of-Surgery Process

The NN refractive surgery pathway is longer than a typical outpatient visit because of the diagnostic thoroughness required. Patients should plan for approximately 2–4 hours at the initial consultation and ensure they are not driving themselves to the surgery appointment.

• Pre-Op Consultation : 2–4 hrs · Refraction + Pentacam topography + dilated fundoscopy + pachymetry + wavefront diagnostics
• Eligibility Confirmation : Surgeon reviews all diagnostics · Recommends optimal procedure · Counsellor explains cost, risks, recovery
• Retinal Check (if needed) : Any thinning / holes / tears treated with barrage laser · LASIK scheduled 1–4 weeks later
• Surgery Day : Anaesthetic drops · Laser (10–28 sec) · Total time per eye: ~15 min · Home after 30 min
• Day 1 Review: Next-day vision check · Most patients see 6/6 or close without glasses by Day 1
• 1-Month Review: Final post-op check · Vision stable by end of first month · Dry eye / glare review

If you’re searching “how much does LASIK eye surgery cost near me” in Bangalore, the answer depends heavily on which type of LASIK you need. Narayana Nethralaya is one of the most frequently recommended answers to this search and for good reason. Here is how NN pricing compares with the Bangalore market for each procedure type, to help you make an informed comparison:

Always obtain an itemised written estimate at your NN pre-operative consultation. LASIK is an elective procedure not covered by standard health insurance — confirm EMI options with NN at the time of consultation. Clinical information is for patient education only and does not constitute medical advice.