Things you should know before getting ICL surgery

Eye surgery can be a little intimidating, especially when it comes to complicated surgeries such as ICL. But don't worry! In this blog article, we'll walk you through what to expect from ICL and how to prepare for the big day with our handy guide below:

ICL (Implantable Contact Lens) is a surgical procedure where a contact lens is implanted in the eye to permanently correct your vision. It can be placed either in front or behind the iris. For those who are not good candidates for LASIK due to severe myopia, ICL provides an excellent solution!

ICL is used to treat nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. But as with many surgeries, ICL may not be the best choice for you if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; younger than 21 years old; older than 45 years old; have a chronic disease that causes hormone fluctuations (such as diabetes); are taking medications associated with vision changes (like beta-blockers), have certain conditions which inhibit proper wound healing, or you simply don’t meet the minimum requirements for endothelial cell count.

For anyone thinking of getting ICL, you should know that the surgery is not as demanding on your body as one would think. The procedure takes about 20-30 minutes and afterward a person will typically be taken to a recovery room for a couple of hours before they are able to go home (you’ll need to have a ride).

After surgery, you might experience some discomfort and you may feel irritation in your eye, but this will quickly disappear. Then you won't be able to feel the lens on either side of it because they are so thin and soft. You'll never see them through a mirror or when looking at yourself from an outside perspective - Amazingly, most patients experience clear vision within one week!

Want to know more about ICL? Need an eye clinic in Dubai and don't know where to go? Worry not! Spanish Center Dubai has the best optometrists in Dubai. Contact us today for a consultation, and we will make sure you have better eyesight by tomorrow!