EVO ICL – Implantable Collamer Lens

Quick Procedure, Quick Recovery

Beach Eye Care Knows ICL, we have the most ICL surgeons in Hampton Roads. Experience freedom from glasses and contact lenses with this safe and quick procedure designed to treat nearsightedness. ICL can be a good and safe alternative for those patients that are not good LASIK candidates. Watch LASIK Alternatives Overview Video »

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What Is EVO ICL?

EVO ICL is an advanced vision correction technique that corrects moderate to high levels of nearsightedness – with or without astigmatism – through a minimally invasive procedure. It can be a great LASIK alternative for patients looking to eliminate the need for glasses or contacts.

What Does ICL Mean?

ICL stands for implantable collamer lens. Collamer is a soft, flexible polymeric material that is biocompatible with the collagen in the cornea, so it works with your natural eye to improve vision. Think of it as a permanent contact lens without the daily maintenance. Once it is in place it does not move and you will not feel it. Though designed to remain in the eye long term, it can be removed by your doctor, allowing for potential lens adjustments to adapt to future vision changes.

ICL Surgery – A Fast and Safe Procedure

The EVO ICL lens is implanted between your iris (the colored part of the eye) and your natural lens in a procedure that takes 20-30 minutes. Your eyes will be numbed during the procedure, and most patients report vastly clearer vision almost immediately after surgery. In most cases, patients experience a significant reduction in recovery time compared to laser vision correction procedures due to the small incision and absence of sutures.

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EVO in Eye Above Iris

EVO in Eye Behind Iris

Benefits of EVO ICL

Many patients have found EVO ICL to be the best solution to improve their vision because of the following benefits:

• EVO ICL provides sharper vision, improved night vision, and protection from UV rays.
• The procedure is able to treat levels of nearsightedness that exceed the limits of LASIK.
• The surgery is a quick procedure with minimal recovery time.
• The lens is removable should your prescription change or other vision needs arise.
• EVO ICL is FDA approved and has an excellent track record of improving patients’ vision over the last two decades.
• Platinum-level results.

Who Is a Good Candidate for ICL Surgery?

The best candidates for EVO ICL:

• Are between 21 and 45 years old.
• Are nearsighted with moderate to severe myopia.
• Have a stable prescription that has not changed considerably in the last 12 months.
• Have not previously undergone corrective eye surgery.
• Do not have a history of an ophthalmic disease such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, or iritis.

The best way to determine whether EVO ICL is appropriate for you is to schedule a comprehensive evaluation with one of our ophthalmologists.

Joe Jonas chose the EVO ICL lens (EVO) procedure to help him get rid of the hassles of his contacts and glasses.