Visian ICL is a surgical process by which implantable lenses are placed in the eye to permanently correct myopia (nearsightedness). Visian ICL (Implantable Collamer Lenses) is a fast, safe option for people who are looking to eliminate the need for glasses. (Learn more about the advantages of VisianICL)

Visian ICL helps you regain sharp, crisp images that may not be possible with traditional LASIK or PRK eye surgery. LASIK produces improved visual acuity, which means that your eyes can be restored to 20/20 vision. Visian ICL, however, improves visual quality to make the images that you see focused and clear. The result is “high definition” vision any time of day or night. Even the U.S. military has used this procedure to help soldiers achieve superior visual clarity. Many patients who are not candidates for LASIK or PRK because of thin or irregular corneas can be good candidates for this procedure, since no cornea tissue is removed.

Who Can Get Visian ICL?

Typically, ideal candidates for implantable contact lenses are:

• Between the ages of 21 and 45
• Not pregnant
• Not allergic to medications used during surgery
• Nearsighted (with or without astigmatism), including people who have myopia that is either mild, moderate or severe and have minor or no astigmatism

Additionally, candidates who qualify for Visian ICL eye surgery must have sufficient anterior chamber depth, acceptable endothelial cell density and a consistent eyeglass prescription for the last 12 months (this means no change more than 0.5D). These factors are just some of the elements of a comprehensive ICL screening by Dr. Ilan Cohen.

The Visian ICL Procedure

The STAAR Visian ICL procedure takes about 30 minutes to complete. Before surgery, local anesthetic drops will be administered to numb the area. A mild sedative may also be used to help you relax throughout the procedure. During Visian ICL eye surgery, your surgeon will place a contact lens implant behind your iris (the colored part of the eye). As a result, the contact lens implant is virtually invisible and undetectable to the wearer. (Learn more about the VisianICL procedure)

Recovery begins immediately and most normal activities can be resumed the same night as surgery, but you will have to have someone drive you home after your procedure. One of the benefits of Visian ICL is its reversibility. If you experience any trouble after the surgery, you can have the lenses removed or replaced at any time. If you’re interested in affordable Visian ICL eye surgery in New York, contact us at The Fifth Avenue Eye Center. We work with clients throughout the New York metropolitan area and will tailor a customized surgical plan for your needs. Our office is conveniently located and equipped with the latest, state-of-the-art medical equipment to provide you with optimal results.

Due to the long track record and the comfort level that Dr. Cohen has developed with the procedure over the years, we provide our patients with the option of having both eyes done on the same day, if that is what they wish. However, you may choose to have each eye done on a different day if you prefer.