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May 23, 2025 | Author: Admin
For those with mighty spectacle powers, glasses or even LASIK will not be a good solution. If your power is +10 (farsighted) or -10 (nearsighted), getting a solution that provides clear, comfortable, and stable vision will be challenging. That is where Phakic Intraocular Lens (ICL) surgery comes into play as a risk-free, tried-and-proven solution.
This article will clearly and concisely describe what ICL surgery is, who is a candidate, benefits, recovery time, and cost.
ICL is an Implantable Collamer Lens. It’s a fragile, artificial lens placed within the eye, never displacing the natural lens. That’s why it’s “phakic,” as the natural lens remains intact.
In contrast to LASIK, which physically reshapes the eye (cornea), ICL is placed between the iris (coloured portion of the eye) and the natural lens. It corrects your vision from the inside out—like wearing a contact lens intraocularly perpetually.
It’s especially suitable for individuals in the range of +10 or -10 who would not like to wear glasses.
ICL provides a cut-and-dry solution that doesn’t involve tissue removal or compromise of corneal strength.
| Timeframe | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| 1–2 Days | Eyesight improves; minimal pain or sensitivity to light. |
| 1 Week | Vision stabilizes further; most normal day-to-day activities return. No swimming or eye rubbing. |
| 1 Month | Recovery is complete; last appointments are made to check vision, eye pressure, and lens positioning. |
| 3–6 Months | Follow-up observation. Any upgrades or fine-tuning, if required, are planned at this time. |
ICL surgery is exceptionally safe with experienced surgeons. However, similar to any surgical procedure, there are a few risks associated with it, which are:-
Reduction in these risks is ensured by proper pre-surgery assessment.
ACL surgery cost is usually between Rs. 80,000 and Rs. 1,50,000 per eye, depending on:-
Though expensive, long-term benefits and not needing glasses make it a worthy investment in your health.
Yes, ICL is a permanent correction of vision. However, because the natural lens is not removed from the eye, patients can develop age-related cataracts at some point in their later years — typically after age 50. If this occurs, the ICL can be safely removed when the cataract is removed with cataract surgery and an artificial intraocular lens is placed.
If you have a strong prescription of +10 or -10, and glasses or LASIK are not in your future, Phakic ICL surgery is a safe, effective, and reversible option. It’s a game-changer for most patients, with minimal downtime, enhanced optical clarity, and a high safety profile.
Our Eye Hospital provides excellence in ICL implant surgery by expert eye doctors and state-of-the-art facilities. Book an appointment today to learn whether ICL is for you.
