EVO ICL: An Advanced Vision Correction Option
Experience visual freedom with EVO ICL at Aker Kasten Eye Center, a refractive surgery designed to correct nearsightedness, and astigmatism.
When it comes to vision correction, LASIK is well-known, but it’s not the only option. At Aker Kasten, we offer EVO ICL, an innovative procedure for patients with nearsightedness with or without astigmatism.
What is EVO ICL?
EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is a soft, flexible lens implanted between the iris and your natural lens. This minimally invasive procedure offers clearer vision by refocusing light inside the eye. Unlike LASIK or PRK, EVO ICL can correct higher levels of nearsightedness and typically involves a faster recovery.
EVO vs Lasik: What’s the Difference?
EVO ICL offers several key advantages over LASIK:
No Corneal Alteration: Unlike LASIK, EVO ICL does not require reshaping the cornea or removing your natural lens, preserving the eye’s natural structure.
Reduced Risk of Dry Eye: In some cases, LASIK has been attributed to causing or worsening dry eye due to flap creation and severing of corneal nerves. EVO ICL avoids this risk, making it a better option for those prone to dryness.
Reversibility: EVO ICL is the only vision correction procedure that can be safely removed, offering flexibility for future vision needs.
Fast Recovery: Like LASIK, ICL patients experience clear vision within a day or two, with minimal downtime.
UV Protection: The built-in UV filter provides added defense against harmful rays, enhancing eye health.
EVO ICL is a safe, effective solution for those who may not qualify for LASIK or prefer a minimally invasive approach to vision correction.
The Procedure
Before the procedure, you will come into the office to measure the dimensions of the eye, and to ensure the ICL is right for you. If your surgeon decides the ICL is the best course of action, a procedure date will be set.
To begin, you will receive numbing eye drops to prevent any discomfort. Your surgeon will then create a small opening at the base of your cornea to insert the lens.
The EVO ICL is gently positioned in front of your natural lens and behind your iris. Once it’s placed in your eye, you won’t be able to see or feel the lens.
The procedure takes just 10 minutes and results are almost immediate. Most patients begin to see clearly the same day.
Your eye doctor will prescribe eye drops to prevent infection and reduce inflammation.
For a few days after your procedure, you could see glare or halos. These will dissipate quickly for most people.
Your first follow-up visit will be the day after your procedure. Following this visit, we will want to see you a few more times in the days and weeks after the procedure.
Most patients will experience 20/20 vision or better after EVO ICL.
Who is a good candidate?
EVO ICL will work for you if:
- You are between 21 and 45 years old.
- Your prescription has not changed for at least a year.
- You are nearsighted with a prescription between -3 and -20 diopters, with or without astigmatism.
- You don’t suffer from any eye conditions, such as cataracts or glaucoma
The only way to determine if EVO ICL is right for you is to schedule a consultation with Aker Kasten Eye Center in Boca Raton, FL. During a consultation, your eyes will be measured, and a member of our staff will answer any questions you may have about the procedure.
Recovery from EVO ICL
Minimal Discomfort:
Some temporary burning or itching may occur, but it is typically minimal.
Prompt Return to Activities:
Patients can resume daily activities swiftly, often returning to work within a day or two.
Follow-Up Appointments:
Attend scheduled follow-ups for monitoring, ensuring a smooth transition to long-term visual improvement.
