In recent years, the EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) has emerged as the next generation of vision correction. It offers exceptional clarity, long-term flexibility, and enhanced safety for individuals with myopia or astigmatism.
Unlike traditional laser vision-correcting procedures, like LASIK or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), implanting the EVO ICL does not involve reshaping the cornea, making it an excellent alternative for individuals with thin corneas, a high degree of refractive error, or dry eyes, all of which can affect your candidacy for LASIK.
Keep reading to learn 10 reasons why the EVO ICL is the next generation of vision correction and why it may be the best option for you!
1. High-Quality Vision with High-Definition Clarity
One of the most significant advantages of EVO ICL is its exceptional vision quality. While other vision-correction procedures reshape the cornea to improve vision, EVO ICL works by being implanted between the iris and the lens of the eye.
Many patients experience clearer and crisper vision than they could achieve with glasses or contact lenses. The lens is designed to reduce visual distortions, such as halos and glare, making it ideal for individuals who depend on precise vision in low-light or nighttime environments.
2. Made of Biocompatible Material
EVO ICL lenses are made from collamer, a proprietary material containing collagen, which the body produces naturally. Collamer is biocompatible, enabling it to incorporate seamlessly with the eye.
Once implanted, the EVO ICL is completely undetectable to others.
3. Minimally Invasive with Quick Recovery Times
The EVO ICL procedure is minimally invasive and typically takes 20 to 30 minutes to complete. During the procedure, a surgeon creates a tiny incision and inserts the lens just behind the iris.
Because the implantation incision is so small, no stitches are needed, and the eyes heal quickly on their own. Most patients experience noticeable vision improvement immediately after the procedure.
4. Reversible and Adjustable
One of the most unique benefits of EVO ICL is that it is reversible. The EVO ICL is the only vision-correction option that can be removed or replaced if necessary.
This flexibility is ideal for individuals who might anticipate vision changes as they age. For instance, if a patient develops presbyopia (age-related farsightedness), their EVO ICL can be removed to accommodate other vision-correction options.
5. Built-In UV Protection
The collamer material in the EVO ICL has a built-in UV filter that helps protect eyes from harmful ultraviolet (UV) light. Long-term exposure to UV radiation can increase the risk of developing certain age-related eye conditions, including cataracts and macular degeneration.
While glasses and contact lenses often provide some UV protection, the EVO ICL offers continuous defense against UV light, even when patients are not wearing sunglasses. This added layer of protection can boost long-term eye health and reduce the risk of age-related eye conditions.
6. Doesn’t Cause Dry Eye
A common side effect of many vision-correction procedures that reshape the cornea is dry eye. These procedures disrupt the corneal nerves responsible for tear production, reducing tear film and causing chronic dry eye.
The EVO ICL procedure does not impact corneal nerves, preventing the side effects of dry eye. It can be the best option for individuals who want to permanently correct their vision but who already suffer from dry eye.
7. Corrects a Wide Range of Myopia and Astigmatism
The EVO ICL can correct myopia (nearsightedness) up to -20 diopters, exceeding the capabilities of other vision-correction procedures. It can allow people with moderate-to-severe myopia the chance to free themselves from glasses with thick, heavy lenses.
It is also an excellent option for people with high degrees of astigmatism, from 1.0 to 4.0 diopters.
8. Enhanced Night Vision with Reduced Visual Disturbances
One possible side effect of procedures that reshape corneal tissue is an increase in visual disturbances, such as glare and halos, which can impair night vision. They can affect a person’s ability to drive safely at night or see clearly in low-light environments.
The EVO ICL’s smooth optical surface can prevent visual disturbances. It can also improve night vision for people who previously struggled with visual disturbances caused by glasses or contact lenses.
9. Permanent, Yet Adaptable Vision Correction
While the EVO ICL provides long-term vision correction, it does not permanently alter the structure of the eye. The combination of permanence and adaptability can make it the perfect option for individuals who want lasting vision improvement without committing to irreversible changes.
With the EVO ICL, changes in your vision prescription do not have to compromise the long-term clarity of your vision. The lens can easily be removed and replaced with a lens that matches your current prescription if need be.
10. FDA-Approved and Proven Safety
Before it was approved in 2022, the FDA extensively studied the EVO ICL and its implantation procedure. Since then, the procedure has been safely performed on millions of patients.
Clinical studies and technological advances constantly improve the EVO ICL procedure. With high patient satisfaction rates and low complication risks, it is expanding the range of options patients have for correcting their vision.
With its ability to provide clear, crisp vision, a minimally invasive implantation procedure, and long-term adaptability, the EVO ICL is truly the next generation of vision correction. If you have been told that other procedures can’t safely correct your refractive error, the EVO ICL could help you to finally see glasses-free!
Do you want to learn more about the EVO ICL or determine if you might be a good candidate? Schedule an appointment at Dell Laser Consultants in Austin, TX, today!
