What is EVO ICL Lens?
EVO ICL is an Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) designed to correct nearsightedness with and without astigmatism. The small flexible lens is placed behind the iris (the colored part of the eye) and in front of the natural crystalline lens in order to improve vision. It’s like having your doctor implant a lens similar to a contact lens into your eye so you can live without the daily hassles and maintenance of typical contact lenses.
Dr. Harvey has been an early adopter of the Visian ICL. With over a decade of experience implanting the this lens, he is excited to introduce the EVO Visian ICL. This is one of the most advanced and effective surgical procedures available to the Chippewa Valley.
The EVO Visian ICL is an outstanding alternative to LASIK and is extremely effective and proven with over one million implanted worldwide. This advanced technology has greatly expanded the perimeters available for vision correction surgery.
If you have been told you are not a candidate for LASIK surgery, EVO ICL may be the best option for you.
What are the Benefits of EVO Visian ICL?
- Sharp, clear vision
- Excellent night vision
- Does not cause dry eye syndrome
- Quick procedure and recovery
- No removal of corneal tissue
- Removable by your doctor
The EVO ICL is suited for a wide variety of people. If you are seeking a solution to decrease or eliminate the cost and frustration of traditional contacts or glasses, EVO may be your answer.
The EVO ICL provides a greatly expanded treatment range available for nearsightedness with or without astigmatism. Many patients who are not candidates for LASIK often qualify for EVO ICL correction.
If you are an appropriate candidate, this procedure is one of the safest and most affective vision correction procedures available. With several advantages of over other procedures, The EVO Visian ICL may be a perfect option to help you toward your best vision for life.
Who is a Candidate for EVO Visian ICL?
The EVO ICL greatly expands the range of vision correction surgery available to patients.
Most people associate vision correction surgery with LASIK, but it may not be the best option for you.
People who want a flexible and biocompatible vision correction option, as well as many patients who are not candidates for laser vision correction, find that Visian EVO ICL is the right procedure for them.
Ideal candidates for EVO Visian ICL:
- Are between the ages of 21 and 45
- Are seeking a vision correction solution for moderate to severe nearsightedness (with or without astigmatism)
- Have a stable prescription that has not changed within the last year
- Have good ocular health with no history of glaucoma, iritis, or diabetic eye disease
3 Easy Steps to your Best Vision for Life
AFTERCARE
Immediately after Procedure:
We recommended you go home and rest after your procedure. It is common to experience some mild irritation. You will want to avoid strenuous activity for a short period of time.
1 Day
Plan to attend your first post-operative visit. You will likely be seeing better already! During this appointment you will review any prescribed medications and you will be given instructions on how to slowly return to normal activities.
1 Month
Most patients make a full recovery in less than four weeks, and are able to return to all normal activities with clearer vision.
EVO Visian ICL
Frequently Asked Questions
Vision correction with the EVO Visian ICL is an outpatient procedure that typically takes 20 to 30 minutes. After an initial exam with your ophthalmologist to determine that the EVO ICL is right for you, you will schedule your procedure. On the day of the procedure, your eyes will be numbed with an anesthetic eye drop and your refractive surgeon will implant the ICL between the iris (colored part of the eye) and the natural lens.
Yes; the EVO Visian ICL is intended to provide permanent vision correction, but it can be removed or upgraded by your surgeon.
No, patients should not feel the lens as it does not adhere to any structures within the eye and does not move once in place.
No, the Visian EVO lens is placed behind your iris where only your eye doctor will be able to detect it.
EVO ICL is well-suited for a wide variety of people. Ideal candidates for EVO ICL are aged 21 to 45 with nearsightedness, with or without astigmatism, and have maintained a stable prescription for at least one year. If you are seeking a solution to decrease or eliminate the cost and frustration of traditional contacts or glasses, EVO may be your answer. Contact us to discuss if EVO ICL is right for you.
After the procedure, most patients are able to return to work and most normal activities the next day. After less than 24 hours, many patients are even seeing 20/20 or better. It is important to remember that your eyes may take up to 4 weeks to fully recover from this procedure.
