LASIK vs. ICLs
Individuals who not good candidates or are seeking alternatives to LASIK surgery may be interested in learning more about ICLs. Learn more about the risks and benefits of LASIK vs. ICLS.
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Refractive Solutions: Understanding the Differences between LASIK and ICLs
LASIK, ICL, IOL, PRK, LASEK … These days the choices for vision correction can look more like an eye chart and less like solutions for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. At a time when there are so many variations on refractive eye surgery, it can be difficult to find the one that’s right for you.
Contact Lenses
For many people, contact lenses are an effective form of vision correction. Learn how proper care and maintenance can help you wear your contact lenses more comfortably.
Prescription Eyeglasses
Although eyeglasses are functional, they are associated with some disadvantages. Learn about some great alternatives to eyeglasses.
ICLs Cost and Financing
Numerous factors contribute to the cost of a lens implant procedure. Learn more about implantable contact lens cost and financing options available.
ICL Risks
When considering vision correction with implantable contact lenses, it is important to be aware of possible ICL risks and how they compare to potential complications of other refractive surgeries.
ICL Procedure
ICL eye surgery is a relatively quick outpatient procedure in which lenses are placed inside the eye for permanent vision correction. We have provided information on the ICL surgery procedure and recovery to help you decide if implantable contact lenses are the right choice for you.
ICls
Implantable contact lenses (ICLs), or permanent contact lenses, offer patients who are not candidates for LASIK a permanent method of correcting their vision.
New Refractive and Corneal Surgeries of the 21st Century
The field of Ophthalmology has grown by leaps and bounds in the last ten years. New technologies and new techniques are allowing physicians to not only restore vision in damaged eyes, but also to improve the way we see with healthy eyes.
Visian ICL™
The Staar Visian ICL™ is an implantable collamer contact lens that produces good results and few problems in patients with myopia.
Verisyse™ Lens
ICL placement with the Verisyse™ lens is a safe and effective eye surgery for people who are severely nearsighted.