Freedom from Eye Glasses & Contact Lenses with Implantable Contact Lens (ICL)

If you’ve been struggling with near-sightedness (far-away objects look blurry), far sightedness (nearby objects look blurry), or blurry vision due to irregular eye shape (astigmatism), and find glasses or contact lenses challenging to manage, you might be wondering what other options are available. Maybe you’ve even considered laser eye surgery like LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) but discovered that you’re not a suitable candidate for the procedure. Don’t worry—there’s another effective solution that could work for you: In simple terms, it is called Implantable Contact Lens (ICLs). With this lens, your eyes can still focus naturally, providing clear vision at different distances.

Over the past few years, ICLs have become more popular because they offer excellent results and quick recovery times, making them a safe and effective option for patients seeking longterm vision correction.

Understanding ICLs

ICLs are tiny lenses that are surgically implanted into your eye. They are designed to correct visual problems like myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism. ICLs work in harmony with the natural parts of the eye to improve vision.

Features of ICLs

Here are some of the main features of ICLs:

Versatile corrections:

Suitable for various refractive errors, including moderate to high myopia, hyperopia, with or without astigmatism, making them an option for a wide range of patients for vision correction.

Permanent vision correction:

ICL provides permanent vision correction without removal of corneal tissue.

In Harmony with your natural eye:

ICL works together with the natural part of the eye to improve vision. It is implanted inside the eye without removing the natural lens.

Reversible implant solution:

The ICL lens can permanently correct vision without removing corneal tissue and is removable, if desired, by a doctor.

Resume your routine life quickly:

The procedure is gentle, done with just topical branding anesthesia, and usually takes 20 – 30 minutes, so you can get back to your routine usually within a day or two.

Quick vision improvement:

Patients often experience significant vision improvements almost immediately and can return to their regular activities within a few days.

Dry Eye Syndrome:

ICL doesn’t cause or worsen dry eye¹

Excellent alternative:

ICLs could be a great option for patients both for those who qualify for LASIK/PRK/ReLex and those who do not qualify for LASIK/PRK/ReLex.

Like any other vision correction procedure, there are inclusion and exclusion criteria for ICLs as well. Proper pre-op patient evaluation and patient care during the procedure are important. One should talk to their eye doctor to know their candidacy and learn more about the benefits and risks of the ICL procedure.

What to Expect from the ICL Procedure?

If you’re considering ICLs, here’s what you can expect from the process:

Consultation:

Your journey will start with a consultation with an eye specialist. During this visit, your doctor will assess your eyes to determine if ICLs are a good option for you, but a thorough pre-operative evaluation is essential to assess your overall eye health, lifestyle, visual needs, and critical eye parameters.

Surgery:

The surgery itself is usually done on an outpatient basis, meaning you can go home the same day. The procedure is relatively quick, often taking approx. 20 minutes per eye. During the surgery, your eye is made numb with special eye drops so you won’t feel anything. Then a self-sealing incision is made through which ICL is inserted inside your eye and adjusted at the proper position.

Recovery:

Most people, after ICL surgery, experience immediate vision improvement and their vision is as clear as it was with contact lenses or glasses.

Follow-up:

Your doctor will schedule follow-up visits to keep an eye on your recovery. At first, these visits will be more frequent (every few days to a few weeks), and later, they'll be spread out more (every few weeks to a few months). It's important to attend all these appointments, even if you feel fine, so your doctor can make sure everything is healing well and catch any issues early, even ones you might not notice.

Conclusion

If you’re tired of dealing with the limitations of glasses or contact lenses, implantable contact lenses or ICLs could be a great option for you. They offer excellent vision correction, without making permanent changes to the eyes, and have a quick recovery time. However, like any surgery, there are risks involved, and it’s important to discuss these with your eye doctor.

Your next step would be to schedule a consultation with an experienced eye surgeon who can evaluate your eyes and determine if ICLs are right for you. During your consultation, branding you will learn more about the various types of procedures that can help improve your vision and things that you need to keep in mind during and post-surgery.

Don’t hesitate to take control of your vision and to get freedom from the hassles of glasses. You can reach out to your doctor and embark on a journey for a clearer, more comfortable vision!

Key Take Aways:

• ICLs effectively correct refractive errors including myopia and hyperopia, with or without astigmatism, providing clear vision for those with refractive errors or problems that make it hard to see clearly.
• ICLs could be an effective alternative for those who are not suitable for LASIK/PRK/ReLex.
• The ICL procedure takes approximately 20 minutes per eye, with most patients experiencing immediate vision improvement and quick recovery.
• ICLs can be removed by surgeons if required in the future, which can be reassuring for those concerned about making permanent changes to their eyes. ICLs do not cause or worsen dry eyes.

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Disclaimer: This is for general information and awareness purpose only. Please consult your physician for medical advice. Issued in public interest by STAAR SURGICAL^TM to create awareness about Implantable Contact Lens (ICL). Talk to your eye surgeon for guidance, if you suffer from myopia or hyperopia.

References:

1. Zhang H, et al. Analysis on the changes of objective indicators of dry eye after implantable collamer lens (ICL) implantation surgery. Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2024 Jul;262(7):2321-2328.

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