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Discover the Types of ICL Surgery

When it comes to correcting your vision, patients today have more options than ever before.

One particularly remarkable advancement in vision correction is ICL surgery. Standing for Implantable Collamer Lens, or Implantable Contact Lens, ICL surgery is an innovative procedure which can be a game-changer for those seeking freedom from glasses and contact lenses.

One particular brand of ICL is now used by almost all providers to reduce your reliance on glasses or contact lenses. Before we explore the different treatment options, let’s start with the basics of ICL.

The Basics of ICL Surgery

Implantable Contact Lens surgery involves implanting a small, biocompatible lens inside your eye to correct vision problems such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism (misshapen eye).

Working alongside your eye's natural lens to improve vision, ICL surgery is safe and effective. The procedure offers a rapid recovery time and excellent outcomes for up to 98% of patients.

To be suitable for ICL surgery, you must fulfil the following criteria:

  • Between the ages of 21 and 60
  • Anterior chamber depth (ACD) of 2.8mm or more
  • Myopic refractive errors higher than -8.00
  • A stable prescription for at least 12 months
  • No cataracts or glaucoma

Unlike standard contact lenses, ICLs cannot be felt within the eye. This vision-correction method requires ongoing eye health examinations and may need to be replaced if your prescription changes.

Types of ICL Surgery

It's important to prepare properly for implantable contact lens surgery, as ICL have evolved over the years, resulting in several different procedures and lens types. This means that patients eligible for ICL can have their varying needs and preferences met.

Visian Intraocular Lens

The Visian EVO ICL is the most widely used type of implant in ICL surgery. Known for consistent, high-quality results, Visian EVO lenses effectively treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The Visian sits between the natural lens and the iris.

  • There are multiple subtypes of Visian, including Visian ICL V4c and Visian Toric.
  • This lens has a track record of reliable vision improvement, with numerous successful outcomes.
  • With multiple Visian lens variants, your surgeon can choose the most appropriate treatment for you.

Visian ICL is trusted by both surgeons and former patients for its consistent performance in treating a medley of common vision problems.

Artisan Intraocular Lens

The Artisan ICL is an older choice for ICL surgery and is little used today. Particularly used to treat myopia (nearsightedness), the Artisan lens sits in front of the iris to correct your vision without changing the shape of the cornea.

  • Artisan ICL lenses are known for improving visual acuity.
  • Artisan lenses work with the eye's natural lens to create clearer vision.

Phakic Intraocular Lens (Phakic IOL)

You may hear about Phakic Intraocular Lenses whilst researching the types of ICL surgery which may be best for you. These Phakic IOLs are exactly the same as ICL, just named slightly differently.

Inserted into the eye without removing the natural lens, thus not changing the shape of the cornea and making the procedure entirely reversible, Phakic IOLs are a safe and effective method of reducing your reliance on glasses or contacts.

Learn more about the risks and safety of ICL surgery.

ICL/Phakic IOL surgery differs from cataract surgery or refractive lens exchange (RLE) because those procedures remove your natural lens and replace it with a permanent intraocular implant.

Phakic IOLs, or Implantable Collamer Lenses, no matter the type of ICL surgery you end up undergoing, are an alternative for patients who are not eligible for any kind of laser eye surgery due to an extreme prescription, which can be debilitating. This makes phakic lenses ideal for those who can't find another permanent solution to their vision problems.

Is ICL Surgery Right For Me?

All types of ICL surgery aim to correct vision without altering the shape of the cornea. ICL treatment can be an excellent option if you aren’t eligible for other vision correction methods, such as LASIK or LASEK. Your surgeon will choose the vision correction surgery you undergo at Focus Clinics, considering your eye structure, prescription, and vision goals to determine whether ICL surgery is right for you.

ICL surgery offers its own advantages, and your surgeon will guide you to the best option to achieve your desired visual outcomes. With a skilled surgeon and a clinic rated #1 on Trustpilot, Focus stands out as the best choice for ICL surgery.

If you’re interested in the types of ICL surgery and want to explore the best personalised care you could expect, reach out to us and we’ll guide you on your journey to exceptional vision.

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