Surgery + Technology
Implantable Collamer® Lens (ICL)
Imagine Your Life with Visual Freedom
Your eyes observe the natural beauty of the world around you. Contact lenses and eyeglasses can be inhibiting for people seeking visual freedom. If you are ready to break free from the visual limitations due to an Evolution in Visual Freedom
- The STAAR Surgical ICL, also known as the Implantable Collamer® Lens, corrects common vision problems, like nearsightedness, astigmatism, and farsightedness.
- EVO Visian ICL is a soft, flexible lens that is positioned in your eye between the iris (colored part of the eye) and your natural lens.
- EVO Visian ICL can be described as additive vision correction. Unlike other procedures, the EVO Visian ICL procedure does not remove corneal tissue, but works in harmony with your natural eyes to provide exceptional quality of vision.
99.4%
Of patients would have the EVO Visian ICL procedure again.
1.000.000+
CLs Worldwide
20+ Yrs
of premium ICL performance
Why Choose EVO Visian ICL?
EVO Visian ICL is made of biocompatible Collamer® – Proprietary material used exclusively by STAAR Surgical. This material contains collagen which naturally occurs in your body. EVO Visian ICCL Collamer technology has unique advantages that make it an ideal material for a vision correction lens, including UV protection.
Biocompatibility
Collamer® is a unique material that contains collagen which means the lens is made to naturally be in harmony with your eye.
No Dry Eye Syndrome
By not removing and reshaping the corneal tissue, the Visian ICL procedure does not induce dry eye syndrome.
Removability
In the event of a major prescription change or the availability of new vision correction options, EVO Visian ICL is completely removable.
Night Vision
In a clinical study, the Visian ICL provided excellent night vision.
UV Protection
The unique Collamer® material provides UV protection.
Flexibility for the Future
While EVO Visian ICL can permanently correct your vision, the lens can be removed to keep pace with advancing technology and your future needs.
A Quick Procedure and Recovery
20–30 minute procedure or less and most people are able to resume daily activities in just a few days with clearer vision.
Soft and Pliable
EVO Visian ICL is easy to implant in the eye because of the soft and flexible structure.
How the EVO Visian ICL Corrects Nearsightedness and Astigmatism
EVO Visian ICL functions to focus light properly back onto the retina in a similar way glasses and contacts lenses do. The EVO Visian ICL is placed into a space of the eye directly behind the iris (the colored part of the eye) and in front of the natural lens. In this position, the EVO Visian ICL functions to focus light properly onto the retina helping create clear distance vision.
Nearsighted Eye
Astigmatic Eye
Farsighted Eye
Eye After Treatment
The EVO Procedure
1. Pre-Op Eye Exam:
Before you schedule your EVO Visian ICL procedure date, your doctor will perform a series of standard tests to measure your eye’s unique chracteristics for the procedure.
2. Eye Drops Administered:
When you arrive for your procedure your doctor will administer eye drops to dilate your pupils as well as numb your eyes.
3. Lens Insertion:
To prepare for the implant your doctor will create one small opening at the base of your cornea to insert the EVO Visian ICL. The procedure is painless because of the numbing medication.
4. Lens Positioning:
Once the lens is inserted your doctor will make any necessary adjustments to ensure proper positioning in the eye.
5. Final step:
At this point the procedure is over and many will have improved vision nearly immediately. Your doctor will prescribe more eye drops intended to prevent infection following the procedure.
6. Post Op & Check-up:
You should return to the clinic as directed by your doctor for required follow up visits after your procedure. Follow all of your doctor’s instructions after the implantation of the EVO Visian ICL.
Frequently Asked Questions
Exactly where is the EVO Visian ICL placed in the eye?
EVO Visian ICL is placed behind the iris and in front of the eye’s natural lens so it’s undetectable to any observers. Only a trained doctor using special instrumentation will be able to tell that vision correction has taken place.
What is the history of the ICL?
Over the past 20 years, ICLs have been implanted in over 1.000.000 eyes worldwide.
Are patients happy with the EVO Visian ICL?
Of patients having the EVO Visian ICL procedure, 99.4% would choose to have the EVO Visian ICL procedure again.
Why is Collamer such a great material for the eye?
The Collamer® lens is soft, pliable, biocompatible and offers UV protection.
Can the EVO Visian ICL be removed in the future if my prescription changes?
Yes! The EVO Visian ICL offers treatment flexibility. If your vision changes dramatically, the lens can be removed.
How long can EVO Visian ICL stay in the eye?
The EVO Visian ICL is designed to stay in your eye permanently, but can be removed to keep pace with advancing technology and your future needs.
Does the procedure remove tissue from my eye?
No, the EVO Visian ICL is inserted gently in the eye with no removal of corneal tissue.
Can the EVO Visian ICL dry out or get dirty like a contact lens?
The EVO Visian ICL avoids such problems experienced with traditional contact lenses. It is designed to remain in place inside the eye, without maintenance. A routine, annual visit with an eye doctor is recommended to make sure everything remains safe and effective.
Implantable contact lens is available at Dr Natasha Lim Eye Centre.
Website:
https://www.drnatasha.com/
Royal Square Medical Suites
101 Irrawaddy Road #19-01/02/03/07/11
Royal Square @ NOVENA
Singapore 329565
Authored by: Dr Natasha Lim
More than 20 years of experience in Ophthalmology
Internationally renowned pioneer LASIK surgeon for iDesign iLASIK in Singapore
Education
MBBS (UK)
B.MED. Sci (UK)
MRCOphth (Lond)
FRCOphth (Lond)
Medical Director & Senior Consultant
Ophthalmology
Specialisation
- iDesign iLASIK
- SILK (Lenticule Extraction)
- LASIK, PRK
- Implantable Contact Lens (ICL)
- Cataract Surgery
- 100% Bladeles Laser Cataract Surgery
- Presbyopia Correction