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The ICL (implanted contact lens) is a synthetic lens to be implanted over the normal
human lens. It is implanted into the posterior chamber, between the iris and the
eye's own natural lens. The ICL is capable of correcting a wide range of myopia, hyperopia
and astigmatism without the removal of corneal tissue. The ICL is
a small, foldable, injectable lens that is inserted through a tiny, 3 mm
incision that does not require sutures. The ICL provides predictable refractive
outcomes and excellent quality of vision due to its placement inside the eye, as
well as its optical performance. The lens is made of a superior lens material
called Collamer® which provides unparalleled biocompatibility. This lens has
been used since 1993
The ICL is very useful in
cases of high myopia (short sightedness) or when there is no enough
thickness in the cornea to perform a safe successful lasik eye surgery.
The ICL surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, which means that
the patient has surgery and leaves the same day. Please note that
someone will have to drive the patient to and from surgery. A light,
topical or local anesthetic is administered and there is very little
discomfort and normally no pain associated with the procedure. Some
drops or perhaps oral medication may be prescribed and a visit is
usually scheduled the day after surgery
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