BGSS (Balgeunsesang) Eye Clinic: SMILE Pro & ICL for Foreign Patients
What does BGSS Eye Clinic offer?
BGSS Eye Clinic (밝은세상안과, BalGeunSeSang; also marketed in English as Bright Eye Clinic and I Love Eye Center) has specialised in vision correction since 1997, according to its Korea Tourism Organization (VISITKOREA) listing, which also says it was among the first-generation Korean clinics to introduce LASIK and LASEK. It has branches in Seoul and Busan.
The official site groups services as:
- SMILE: SMILE Pro, SMILE, 2-day LASEK, dry-eye syndrome, keratoconus clinic
- ICL and presbyopia: ICL, V-Toric ICL, EVO+ ICL, Viva ICL for presbyopia, ICL re-operation, lens clinic
- Cataract and retina: multifocal laser cataract surgery, cataract surgery
The clinic states it has performed over 160,000 ZEISS SMILE cases. VISITKOREA says it runs about 50 types of precision examination and offers the Avellino DNA test to all surgical patients, processed in-house so surgery can be on the day of testing. These are the clinic's own statements.
What equipment does the clinic name?
BGSS centres on ZEISS VisuMax femtosecond lasers, including the VisuMax 800 used for SMILE Pro. It also refers to FLEx and "VISU LASIK". VISITKOREA says the clinic describes its diagnostic equipment count as the largest in Korea, and that it has four floor-based centres for examination, surgery, consultation and research. For the 500/800 difference see our VisuMax comparison.
| Item | What official sources state |
|---|---|
| Seoul address | 2F, 6F, 7F Hanyang Town, 823 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu (VISITKOREA lists 2F & 5F–7F) |
| Subway | Apgujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5 |
| Hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:30–18:30; Sat 9:00–18:00; lunch 13:00–14:00 |
| Closed | Wednesdays, Sundays, public holidays |
| Phone | 02-3443-0880; WhatsApp +82-10-7632-8782 |
| Languages | English, Japanese, Chinese, Mongolian coordinators |
| Founded | 1997 |
How does the foreign-patient process work?
VISITKOREA lists interpretation coordinators in English, Japanese, Chinese and Mongolian, foreign-language materials and an exclusive lounge and consultation room for international visitors. The official site offers WhatsApp consultation and an English chatbot, and displays logos of international insurers it works with; check directly whether your own insurer or plan is accepted. Start with a full pre-op examination before choosing a procedure.
Where is it and how do I get there?
The Seoul branch is in the Hanyang Town building at 823 Seolleung-ro in Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu. The clinic's site points to Apgujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5 (Suin-Bundang Line). Official pages give slightly different floor lists and opening times, so confirm the floor and your appointment time when you book.
How does BGSS compare with our procedure guides?
The clinic's focus is ZEISS lenticule surgery and lens implants. For background see SMILE Pro, SMILE vs SMILE Pro, Toric ICL and keratoconus treatment. We did not find prices on the official English pages; our SMILE Pro cost guide gives Seoul-wide ranges for comparison only.
What should I ask BGSS before booking?
- Will my SMILE Pro be on the VisuMax 800, and which surgeon will operate?
- Is the Avellino DNA test included in the exam fee?
- For ICL, which lens model do you recommend and how is it sized?
- Is the quote per eye or both eyes, and what does it include?
- How many check-ups do I need before flying, given the Wednesday closure?
All refractive procedures carry risks such as dry eye, glare and halos and under- or over-correction. A full exam and an ophthalmologist's advice are essential. See questions to ask a LASIK surgeon.
Sources
Clinic at a glance
- Seoul address: 2F, 6F, 7F Hanyang Town, 823 Seolleung-ro, Apgujeong-dong, Gangnam-gu (second branch in Busan)
- Nearest station: Apgujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5 (clinic site)
- Hours (Seoul): Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:30–18:30; Sat 9:00–18:00; closed Wed, Sun & holidays
- Founded: 1997
- Laser named: ZEISS VisuMax / VisuMax 800 (SMILE Pro)
- Compare: SMILE clinics in Apgujeong
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is BGSS Eye Clinic in Seoul?
The clinic lists 2F, 6F, 7F Hanyang Town, 823 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, near Apgujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5. It also has a Busan branch.
Is BGSS the same as Balgeunsesang Eye Clinic?
Yes. BGSS is short for 밝은세상 (Balgeunsesang); the clinic also uses the English names Bright Eye Clinic and I Love Eye Center.
Is BGSS open on Wednesdays?
No. The official site lists the Seoul branch as closed on Wednesdays, Sundays and public holidays.
Does BGSS offer SMILE Pro?
Yes. The clinic lists SMILE Pro on the ZEISS VisuMax 800 alongside SMILE and LASEK.
What is the DNA test BGSS mentions?
VISITKOREA says the clinic runs the Avellino test for surgical patients, which screens for certain inherited corneal dystrophies that can make laser surgery unsuitable.
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