EVO ICL

EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that corrects nearsightedness and astigmatism, enhancing vision without removing corneal tissue.

The EVO ICL is an advanced, biocompatible lens that integrates smoothly with your natural eye, ensuring clear and precise vision correction. Additionally, it is reversible, providing the option for future treatments if required.

What You Need to Know

Dr. Carlos Montoya, M.D., offers EVO ICL implants for patients seeking advanced vision correction, providing personalized care and uses the latest technology to achieve excellent results.

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Benefits

  • No removal of corneal tissue, preserving the natural structure of your eye
  • Reversible lens implant
  • Safe and effective treatment for patients with thin corneas
  • UV protection built into the lens
  • No risk of dry eye syndrome
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What is EVO ICL?

EVO ICL is a minimally invasive procedure in which a biocompatible lens is implanted between the iris and the natural lens of the eye. It effectively corrects refractive errors, such as nearsightedness and astigmatism. Moreover, it is reversible, providing flexibility for future treatments if necessary.

Causes of Refractive Errors

EVO ICL offers long-term vision correction and in addition, can be removed later if desired, providing flexibility for future options.

Myopia (Nearsightedness)

The eye may be too long, or the cornea may have excessive curvature, causing light to focus in front of the retina.

Astigmatism

The cornea or lens may be irregularly shaped, resulting in distorted or blurry vision.

Age-related Changes

As we age, natural changes to the eye and lens lead to refractive errors or cataracts, therefore requiring vision correction.

Thin Corneas

Individuals with corneas too thin for LASIK surgery may benefit from EVO ICL, which doesn’t require the cornea to be reshaped.

High Refractive Errors

EVO ICL effectively treats patients with high degrees of nearsightedness or astigmatism who may not be suitable for other procedures like LASIK.

Dry Eye Syndrome

If you are at risk for dry eye syndrome, EVO ICL may be a better choice since it does not disturb the tear film or the cornea.

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Clear Vision

Dr. Montoya will assess your eyes thoroughly and, as a result, recommend the most suitable options for your vision correction needs.

What to Expect From Your Consultation

Comprehensive pre-operative evaluations, including diagnostic imaging, help determine if you are a good candidate for EVO ICL. Several tests assess the shape, thickness, and overall health of your eye to ensure the lens will fit properly.

Comprehensive Eye Exam

A thorough assessment evaluates your cornea’s thickness, shape, and overall health to ensure it is suitable for surgery.

Corneal Mapping

Your doctor will map the cornea’s surface to ensure the eye can properly accommodate the ICL lens.

Lens and Iris Imaging

We use advanced imaging techniques to determine the proper positioning of the EVO ICL lens between the iris and the natural lens.

Pre-operative evaluations ensure the EVO ICL lens fits well within the eye, guaranteeing a safe and effective procedure. Additionally, these assessments help identify any potential risks, ensuring optimal results.

An eye chart that can be used to measure visual acuity

When Do You Need IVO ICL Surgery?

We recommend this procedure when refractive errors impact your daily life, such as difficulty reading, driving, or engaging in activities without corrective lenses. Furthermore, it is especially beneficial when other methods, like LASIK, are not suitable for your condition.

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Are you a Candidate?
  • Individuals 21 years or older with stable refractive errors for at least one year
  • Those with high degrees of myopia or astigmatism
  • Candidates with thin corneas or who are not eligible for LASIK
  • Patients without severe eye diseases like cataracts
Timing

The procedure is quick, typically lasting under 30 minutes per eye, with minimal recovery time.

Driving Requirements

After the surgery, patients may experience temporary blurry vision. Arranging transportation for the first day is advised.

Scheduling

Recovery is fast, and most patients can resume light activities in a few days, with full vision improvement noticed within a week.

Why choose EVO (ICL) over other refractive procedures?

Advantages

EVO ICL offers a reversible and effective solution for individuals with high refractive errors or thin corneas. It provides excellent vision outcomes while preserving the natural eye structure.

Reversible Lens Implant

The EVO ICL is removable, offering flexibility for future procedures if necessary.

Range of Eligibility

Effective for patients with thin corneas or high refractive errors, conditions not suitable for LASIK.

UV Protection

The EVO ICL provides built-in UV protection, helping protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.

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