If you’ve been told you’re not a candidate for LASIK or PRK, or you want a vision correction option that doesn’t involve reshaping your cornea, implantable contact lenses might be right for you.
At Bochner Eye Institute in Toronto, ON, we offer this advanced option for patients seeking clear, sharp vision without the need for glasses or contacts. Led by renowned Medical Director Dr. Raymond Stein, our team provides cutting-edge care backed by over 95 years of experience in enhancing vision. The implantable contact lens is among our most groundbreaking offerings. Because we believe our patients deserve only the best, we offer the industry-leading implantable contact lens, EVO Visian ICL. Here’s what you need to know.
What Is an Implantable Contact Lens?
An implantable contact lens is a long-term vision correction method in which your surgeon places a Collamer lens (the EVO Visian ICL) behind the iris, in front of the eye lens.
Unlike traditional contact lenses, you don’t put it in or take it out each day. And unlike laser procedures, it doesn’t remove or reshape any corneal tissue. The ICL is made from Collamer, a biocompatible material crafted from a collagen copolymer. This tiny lens contains your vision correction prescription, just like regular contacts.
Once implanted, you won’t see or feel the lens in your eye, but you’ll notice the difference in your vision immediately.
How the EVO ICL Procedure Works
Implanting an ICL is a smooth, quick procedure, about 20-30 minutes per eye. The procedure begins with eye dilation and the application of numbing drops.
Your surgeon creates a microscopic incision in the cornea, then injects the rolled-up lens behind the iris. It unfurls naturally, and your surgeon helps adjust it for optimal positioning.
No stitches are needed, and your incision heals naturally. Most patients return to their daily lives in just a day or two.
Because the cornea is left untouched, your vision correction is reversible. If your vision changes significantly over time, the ICL can be replaced or removed.
Benefits of EVO Visian ICL
The implantable contact lens has numerous benefits for patients with moderate to severe nearsightedness (from -3D to -20D), and it’s also a potential treatment for farsightedness and astigmatism. The EVO Visian ICL offers:
- High-definition vision, even in low-light settings
- No dry eye issues (a problem sometimes caused by corneal surgery)
- A LASIK alternative for patients with thin corneas or high prescriptions
- UV protection built into the lens
- Removable, upgradeable, and reversible as needed
Implantable Contact Lens Consultations in Toronto, ON
At Bochner Eye Institute, we’re proud to offer advanced vision correction with the EVO Visian ICL. We’re ready to help you see more clearly, so call 416-960-2020 in Toronto, ON, to book your consultation.