I also underwent SMILE about 1.5 years ago. I had ~3.5 myopia in both eyes with ~1 astigmatism. Prior, I was using contacts for about 4 years, as well as glasse

I also underwent SMILE about 1.5 years ago. I had ~3.5 myopia in both eyes with ~1 astigmatism. Prior, I was using contacts for about 4 years, as well as glasses on off days and nights (after I came back home). My eyes were a tad bit drier than average (my eyes required lubricant eyedrops after a few hours of computer use if I wasn't well rested, for example). Compared to contacts, my eyes are actually much less dry now. Contacts dried my eyes a lot. My eyes used to start getting dry and scratch by late afternoon/early evening. Compared to using glasses, it either is the same dryness or less dry. SMILE was a huge improvement for me, both for correcting my eyesight and slightly improving eye dryness. For those who are considering: I was initially suggested PRK due to the potential downsides of LASIK but learned about, and ultimately opted to, SMILE. My mother had LASIK done at age 45 and she still is very happy with it. I had about a day of post-surgery burning sensation in the eyes but nothing afterwards. In the grand scheme of things, it was the easiest surgery I've ever had (and I had a few). If you can afford it and SMILE is an option from a decent doctor, it will be one of the best investments you'll ever make.