Get the Clear Vision You Want with the EVO ICL - Herschel LASIK and Cataract Institute

Get the Clear Vision You Want with the EVO ICL

  

Although LASIK is the most popular vision correction procedure, not everyone is a good candidate for it. This can be disappointing to hear if you want to achieve clearer vision without glasses or contact lenses.

Luckily, even if LASIK isn’t the right choice for you, there are other vision correction procedures available. If you have thin corneal tissue, significant astigmatism, or a prescription too high for LASIK to correct, EVO ICL may be a good alternative.

EVO ICL involves placing implantable corrective lenses in your eyes to improve vision without glasses or contacts. This procedure can also be a good choice for patients interested in a less permanent procedure, as your eye doctor can remove the EVO ICL at any time.

Keep reading to learn more about how to get the clear vision you want with the EVO ICL.

What is the EVO ICL?  

ICL stands for Implantable Collamer Lens. EVO ICL is a thin, pliable collamer lens that can be placed in the eye to correct vision.

The EVO ICL is made from a flexible, biocompatible material with a corrective prescription. It works like a typical contact lens or glasses but sits within the eye, so you don’t need to remove it daily. 

The lens is placed between your iris and the natural lens of your eye. It changes how light focuses on your retina, improving visual acuity.

EVO ICL is highly effective. Research shows that 90% of EVO ICL recipients achieve 20/20 vision or better. It also can’t be felt in the eye and won’t be visible to anyone looking in your eyes. 

Why Should I Consider the EVO ICL?

Like LASIK, EVO ICL corrects vision and offers significant benefits, including:

An Alternative to LASIK

EVO ICL is an option for people with thin corneal tissue, astigmatism, or prescriptions that are too high for LASIK to correct.

Reduced Need for Glasses or Contacts

Like LASIK, EVO ICL can improve vision, so you won’t need to rely on contacts or glasses. You can even achieve clearer vision than you’ve had with visual aids, allowing you to attain the vision you’ve always wanted.

Improves Night Vision

If you wear glasses or contacts, you may be familiar with how they can create halo effects from lights. EVO ICL reduces glare and halos, which can make driving at night easier and safer.

It may also make it easier to see in low light, so you won’t need to worry about issues like reading the menu in a dimly lit restaurant.

Easy Recovery

The EVO ICL procedure is painless and takes only 20-30 minutes. The small incision made by your eye doctor to insert the EVO ICL does not require stitches or sutures.

Recovery usually only takes a few days or less. Most people notice improvement in their vision in two or three days, with many people being able to return to work after just one day. 

It’s Reversible

Unlike vision correction procedures that change the shape of the eye, EVO ICL doesn’t make permanent changes to your eyes. The additive lenses can be removed if you change your mind or if necessary for future treatments like cataract surgery.

Is EVO ICL Right for Me?

Your eye doctor can help you decide if EVO ICL is the right vision correction procedure for you. Good candidates for EVO ICL typically meet the following criteria:

  • You are between the ages of 21 and 45 years old
  • You have moderate to high nearsightedness
  • Your prescription has been stable for a year or more
  • You have thin corneas and are not a good candidate for LASIK
  • You are not pregnant or nursing
  • You don’t have glaucoma or cataracts
  • You are not farsighted
  • You are in good health
  • You want to enjoy clear vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses

If you want to know whether you are a good candidate for EVO ICL, you should schedule a consultation with your eye doctor at Herschel LASIK and Cataract Institute. They will perform an eye exam, discuss your medical history, and help you determine the right vision correction procedure.

What Happens During the EVO ICL Procedure?

EVO ICL is a minimally invasive procedure your eye doctor can perform in their office or an outpatient center. You will be awake the whole time, so you will not need general anesthesia.

The procedure only takes about 20-30 minutes. It’s painless, and most people recover quickly. Most people immediately notice improvements to their vision, with greater clarity developing as the eyes heal completely.

Your surgeon will begin by giving you eye drops to numb your eyes and eye drops to dilate your pupils. They may also offer you a mild sedative to help you relax. Once your eyes are ready, your surgeon will use specialized tools to create a small opening in your cornea.

They will insert the folded EVO ICL lens through this incision. Once the lens is inserted, your surgeon will unfold and adjust it to ensure it’s positioned correctly.  

After the procedure, your eye doctor will give you aftercare instructions to protect your eyes and help them heal properly. You may need to wear an eye shield at night to prevent rubbing your eyes. You must also use prescription eye drops your doctor provides to avoid infection and to reduce inflammation. 

By attending follow-up appointments as scheduled, your eye doctor can assess your vision and clear you to resume normal activities. You will likely be able to return to most activities within a few days, enjoying them with clearer, crisper vision than you ever had before.

Do you want to learn more about EVO ICL and how it could improve your vision? Schedule your consultation at Herschel LASIK and Cataract Institute in Orlando, FL, today!

Those who know choose Herschel LASIK and Cataract Institute

Beautiful office. Amazing and caring staff. Getting my surgery done Saturday and the Doctor and the staff helped choose the right option for me and I didn't feel pushed to commit. One of the only few who commits the patient to a dry eye treatment as per my research. Post-surgery I hope to keep my 5 star rating because I have nothing bad to say!

Yogi Nayyar (Google), February 2020

I recently did my LASIK procedure about 1 week ago and was completely blown away from beginning to end with the SERVICE received from the entire staff at Herschel LASIK. The office is beautifully decorated and the staff was always professional, personable, knowledgeable and friendly. I particularly enjoyed the way that everything was explained clearly before, during and after my procedure and questions were always encouraged and answered. My experience was the best encounter to date with a physician. Excellent doctor + excellent support staff +excellent service = excellent experience and a happy customer. Thank you so much Dr. Herschel, Doris and Francesca.

Vernicia Sturrup (Google), September 2019

Great service, sometimes a bit of a wait, but I take a full lobby as a sign of a well recommended doctor. Staff is friendly & quick to answerphones & squeeze me in when I got an eye problem. Would definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to get LASIK. Doctor even personally called to check on me the night after my procedure.

Stephanie G. (Yelp), January 2020

I got my LASIK procedure done here. I was apprehensive, mostly because anything to do with my eyes kind of freaked me out.
I went under a free consultation. The nurses/assistants were very nice and they answered any questions I had. Then I met Dr. Herschel and he was very nice and understanding. He explained all that would happen, how everything works, how long recovery will be, everything.
So, I agreed and start the process. I love the fact you always meet with Dr. Herschel at every appointment.
I now have 20/20 vision.
I'd highly recommend going to him for all of your vision needs.

Kelsea K. (Yelp), November 2019

Great surgeon and great staff. Do your research, Dr. Herschel is more than just a LASIK surgeon. He is certified and specializes in all areas of eye surgery so have peace of mind that you are getting one of the best. They use current technology and machines. More so, if your eyes aren’t ready for surgery he has no problem delaying 1-2 weeks until they are 100% good-to-go. He will not risk your health for the sake of money.

Dave T. (Yelp)
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