What Factors Influence LASIK Eye Surgery Cost in Singapore?

The overall cost remains the primary concern for anyone thinking of getting LASIK. How much does LASIK eye surgery actually cost in Singapore?

 LASIK surgery can be expensive for most people and can easily set you back thousands of dollars, excluding post-operative care and medications. Given the cost of this procedure, it’s normal to want to know how these prices are determined.

That’s what we’re here to talk about today! We’ll take a closer look at the cost of LASIK eye surgery in Singapore, including the factors that influence the pricing.

Read on below!

What is LASIK?

LASIK (Laser-Assisted In situ Keratomileusis) is a form of refractive eye surgery used to treat a range of vision problems, such as farsightedness, nearsightedness, astigmatism, myopia, and hyperopia.

LASIK surgery is usually completed in less than 30 minutes. The first step involves a small blade or a cutting laser to create a small hinged flap from the front of the eye.

After the flap is created, the surgeon will reshape part of your cornea using a programmed laser, allowing light to refract and enter your retina better.

In most cases, the improvement in vision is noticeable as soon as the procedure is over. This means you may get back to your regular routine immediately without needing downtime.

 How much does LASIK eye surgery cost in Singapore?

As with any medical procedure, the cost of LASIK depends on the type of clinic you’ll go to because public and private hospitals generally have different rates.

The starting rate of LASIK at public hospitals is $1,500, while it could go as high as $6,000 for most private hospitals. These don’t include initial consultations, diagnostics, follow-up consultations, and post-surgery medications.

To give you an idea, an initial consultation at Shinagawa Eye Centre costs around $150 to $210, while the price of follow-ups ranges from $110 to $150.

Comparing the final cost of LASIK at public and private hospitals, the latter will most likely be a bit more expensive.

Another thing is that both public and private hospitals are discouraged from offering promos and discounts on LASIK out of concern that people get laser eye surgery unnecessarily.

What affects the cost of LASIK eye surgery in Singapore?

There are many factors that influence the pricing of LASIK in Singapore! This explains why the coast across clinics on the island differ greatly.

The surgeon’s fee is the first and foremost factor that significantly impacts the overall cost of LASIK eye surgery in Singapore. Of course, LASIK surgeons who have more experience typically have higher fees than younger doctors with less experience.


The technique and technology to be used affect the pricing as well. The overall cost is lesser if you’re going for traditional LASIK and may be higher for more advanced refractive surgeries such as SMILE and bladeless LASIK.

It will be your surgeon’s decision which technique and technology is best suited for your condition after running a series of diagnostic tests.

Location may also impact the cost of LASIK. For example, if a LASIK clinic is located in popular, high foot-traffic areas in Singapore, then they will likely have higher rates because they’re likely also paying higher rental fees.

Lastly, what happens before and after LASIK has an impact on its pricing. Before undergoing LASIK, you have to go through various post-operative tests to determine the extent of refractive error, corneal thickness and more.

Then, after the procedure, your surgeon may prescribe medication, eye drops, and eye patches to help with the recovery process. Not all patients are required to have these, but going for regular follow-ups can ensure a smooth and quick recovery.

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