How Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) Surgery Works to Correct Vision

Blurry vision can really mess with your daily routine. Whether you're struggling to read street signs or squinting at your computer screen, poor eyesight affects everything you do. Sure, glasses work fine for some people, but they fog up, slide down your nose, and, let's be honest; they're just not convenient for everyone. Contact lenses aren't much better with all that cleaning and the constant worry about losing one.

That's where ICL eye surgery comes in. Singh Vision specializes in this remarkable procedure that works by having doctors place a super-thin lens right inside your eye that teams up with your natural lens to fix vision problems.

What Actually Happens During Surgery

The whole thing starts weeks before surgery when your doctor maps out your eyes with special equipment. They need exact measurements because each lens gets custom-made for your specific vision needs. Surgery day itself is surprisingly straightforward, though it sounds scarier than it actually is.

Here's what the surgeon does:

• Makes a tiny cut of 2-3 millimeters at the edge of your cornea
• Slides the folded ICL through this small opening
• Position it carefully behind your colored iris
• Lets the lens unfold naturally into its proper spot

The whole process wraps up in about half an hour per eye. Most people say it feels weird rather than painful.

Getting Back to Normal

Recovery happens faster than you'd expect. Many patients wake up the next morning with noticeably clearer vision, though it keeps improving for several days. Your doctor will give you specific instructions:

• Drop the prescribed medications in your eyes as scheduled
• Skip heavy lifting and intense workouts for about a week
• Show up for your follow-up visits (these are crucial)
• Keep soap and shampoo out of your eyes initially
• Why ICL Beats Other Options

ICL surgery has some pretty compelling advantages that make it stand out from laser procedures:

• Works great for people with really strong prescriptions
• Doesn't permanently change your cornea's shape
• It can be reversed if your vision changes later
• Much less likely to cause dry eyes
• Excellent results even in low-light conditions

If you're tired of dealing with glasses and contacts every single day, ICL eye surgery at Singh Vision might be exactly what you need. The technology has come a long way, and the results speak for themselves. Talk to your eye doctor about whether you're a good candidate; you might be surprised at how life-changing clear vision can be.