EVO ICL™
At Alliance Vision Institute
Your vision is unique, just like you. If you are ready for less dependence on glasses or contacts, don’t accept a one-size-fits-all solution. Patients from Fort Worth, Dallas and the DFW area trust Alliance Vision Institute because we offer a range of customized vision solutions. EVO ICL is an exciting vision correction option that can provide life changing vision improvement—even if laser vision correction like LASIK isn’t right for you.
What is EVO ICL?
EVO ICL is an Implantable Collamer Lens that can correct myopia (nearsightedness) and astigmatism. ICL is sometimes called a LASIK alternative because it can be a great vision correction option for patients who are not candidates for laser vision correction.
ICL is also sometimes called an “implantable contact lens”, but it is not an actual contact lens. Disposable contact lenses can be inconvenient or uncomfortable, but the ICL is undetectable once in place and requires no maintenance (although yearly eye exams are always important!) This highly advanced lens is made of biocompatible materials and is placed in the eye by one of our experienced ICL surgeons.
Benefits of Vision Correction with EVO ICL
- Improved Vision: ICL is
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Comparison of implantable collamer lens (ICL) and laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for Low Myopia
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proven
to provide sharp, clear vision so you can reduce or
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Visual Performance after implantable Collamer lens implantation and wavefront-guided laser in situ keratomileusis for high myopia
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eliminate
glasses or contact lenses from your life., - LASIK Alternative: Patients who are not candidates for laser vision correction procedures because of thin or irregular corneas may be
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Management of myopic astigmatism with phakic intraocular lens implantation
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candidates
for ICL.
- Convenient: The ICL offers UV protection and is not visible once in place. It is designed to be permanent, but can be removed by your doctor.
- Treats High Prescriptions: Some vision correction surgeries can only treat moderate levels of myopia, but ICL can treat high levels of nearsightedness with or without astigmatism.
- Quick Recovery: Patients typically report immediate results and a quick recovery period.
- No Dry Eye: Patients who are concerned about dry eye side effects can rest assured that studies show ICL does not
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Matched population comparison of visual outcomes and patient satisfaction between 3 modalities for the correction of low to moderate myopic astigmatism
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Who is a Good Candidate for EVO ICL?
ICL might be right for you if you are looking for vision correction and you are
- Between 21 and 45 years old
- With nearsightedness or astigmatism
- And a stable prescription that has not changed in the last year
Schedule a consultation to learn if you are a candidate for EVO ICL
Before Your EVO ICL Procedure
The first step toward visual freedom is a free consultation at our office. Our team will review your options, explain our advanced technology, and give you the opportunity to ask questions. If you and your eye doctor decide that ICL is right for you, we will give you detailed pre-surgical instructions.
During Your EVO ICL Procedure
At the beginning of your procedure, your eyes will be numbed with anesthetic eye drops. Your surgeon will make a very small incision in the front of the eye in order to place the ICL. The EVO ICL is a small, flexible lens and it will be placed behind your eye’s iris (the colored part of the eye) and in front of your eye’s natural lens. The actual procedure typically takes less than 30 minutes.
Recovery and Results After Your EVO ICL Procedure
You will need a friend or family member to drive you home after surgery. Recovery after EVO ICL is usually quick and patients report an immediate improvement in vision Every patient is different, but many of our ICL patients resume day-to-day activities 24 hours after their procedure. We will give you detailed post-procedure guidelines and schedule a follow-up appointment to check on your healing.
Frequently Asked Questions About ICL Vision Correction
How does ICL compare to LASIK?
LASIK and EVO ICL are both great vision correction options, with a few key differences. LASIK improves vision by permanently reshaping the cornea, while ICL is an additive technology. ICL offers permanent vision correction, but it can be removed by your eye doctor if needed. Since ICL does not remove corneal tissue, it may be an option for people with thin or irregular corneas, as well as those with high prescription or dry eye concerns.
Will ICL surgery hurt?
We will numb your eyes before your procedure so you should not feel any pain.
Will people be able to see the ICL in my eye?
No, the ICL is not visible once in place. Only your eye doctor will be able to detect it during an eye exam.
How much does ICL surgery cost?
The price of vision correction can vary depending on your individual needs. We will give you fair and transparent pricing information at your consultation appointment. We also offer affordable financing options.
Do you have questions about EVO ICL or other vision correction options? We are here for you and we’re happy to help!
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2 Igarashi A, Kamiya K, Shimizu K, Komatsu M. Visual Performance after implantable Collamer lens implantation and wavefront-guided laser in situ keratomileusis for high myopia. Am J Opthalmol. 2009
3 Gimbel H, et al. Management of myopic astigmatism with phakic intraocular lens implantation. Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Volume 28, Issue 5, 883 – 886.
4 Ganesh S, Brar S, Pawar A. Matched population comparison of visual outcomes and patient satisfaction between 3 modalities for the correction of low to moderate myopic astigmatism. Clin Ophthalmol. 2017 Jul 3;11:1253-1263.
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