ICL treatment is a treatment that can correct vision as well as treat myopia and astigmatism by inserting a lens into the eye. Unlike LASIK, it is a treatment with a relatively wide range of applications because it does not require corneal abrasion. This page explains the features of ICL treatment.
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【東京・池袋】ICL（眼内コンタクト）とは？費用やメリット・デメリット
What is ICL?
Intraocular contact lens treatment is a treatment to correct vision by inserting a lens into the eye. Intraocular contact lens treatment corrects vision without scraping the cornea, and is expected to produce excellent long-term stable results with less occurrence of dry eyes and nighttime halos and glare.
ICL treatment flow
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The pupil is dilated, topical anesthetic is administered, and the corneal limbus is incised approximately 3 mm.
lens insertion
The lens is placed into the eye through the incision.
Lens Fixation
The lens is placed between the iris and the lens.
Surgery completed
The pupils are constricted and the surgery is complete.
inspection
After you have rested in the clinic for a while, we will examine the condition of your eyes and if there are no problems, you will be allowed to go home. After the surgery, please use eye drops and oral medication as instructed by the doctor.
About ICL treatment
ICL is an abbreviation for Implantable Collamer Lens, which is an intraocular contact lens, and ICL treatment is a treatment that corrects vision by inserting a lens into the eye without cutting the cornea. Unlike LASIK, there is no need to scrape the cornea, so it can be used and treated even by people with severe myopia or thin corneas.
A detailed explanation is provided in the video.
Cost of ICL treatment
[Applicable Test]
Consultation fee: Approximately 2,500 yen
【Operation】
Hole ICL treatment involves inserting an intraocular contact lens into the eye to correct vision. This vision correction method, performed by a specialist, does not require corneal abrasion, and is expected to provide clear vision, less dry eye and less halo/glare at night, and excellent long-term stable results.
Surgery cost: ICL treatment for both eyes 547,800 yen (tax included)
[Aftercare]
There are seven checkups in total: the day after surgery, one week later, one month later, two months later, three months later, six months later, and one year later. With the patient's eye health in mind, we always keep their medical records for at least 10 years.
Consultation fee: 2,500 yen (prescription of eye drops, etc.)
Is ICL treatment eligible for medical expense deduction?
ICL treatment is eligible for medical expense deductions. However, please note that you will need to file a tax return to receive the medical expense deduction.
Benefits of ICL treatment
Sharp and vivid images are expected
Less likely to cause dry eyes
Good nighttime visibility is expected
Suitable for people with thin corneas
A lens made of highly biocompatible material is inserted into the eye.
Treatment does not require hospitalization, and patients are expected to have comfortable vision recovery the next day.
Suitable for those with severe myopia and astigmatism
Disadvantages of ICL treatment
More expensive than LASIK
Post-operative care and follow-up are necessary
Risk of contracting an infectious disease
Characteristics of ICL treatment
ICL therapy is a safe treatment that does not require cutting the cornea, and is one of the most popular vision correction methods. ICL therapy has the following eight features. We will explain some of them below.
- What is intraocular contact lens treatment?
- No need to take care of it and it can be taken out
- Highly biocompatible material that is gentle on the eyes
- Day treatment for quick recovery
- Large optical system that does not abrade the cornea
- Can anyone receive treatment?
- Does not affect future eye treatments
- History of intraocular contact lens treatment
What is intraocular contact lens treatment?
Intraocular contact lens treatment is a treatment to correct vision by inserting a lens into the eye. It is sometimes called ICL treatment, short for implantable contact lens, or phakic IOL (phakic intraocular lens) treatment. The lens is fixed between the back of the iris and the front of the lens, so it cannot be seen from the outside.
No need to take care of it and it can be taken out
The lenses inside your eye do not fog or get dirty, so they do not require any daily cleaning or maintenance, they do not feel gritty inside your eye, and you can remove the lenses and return them to their original state if necessary after treatment.
Highly biocompatible material that is gentle on the eyes
The lenses that are inserted into the eyes are made of a soft, colorless, transparent material similar to soft contact lenses. They also have the function of blocking harmful ultraviolet rays. They can be used semi-permanently.
Day treatment for quick recovery
Intraocular contact lens treatment involves administering anesthesia with eye drops and inserting the lens into the eye with a special instrument. The wound is small, about 3 mm, so recovery is quick and can be done on the same day. There is no need for stitches or removal of stitches.
Large optical system that does not abrade the cornea
With intraocular contact lens treatment, the cornea is not scraped, so the shape of the cornea hardly changes. In addition, a large optical system can be secured, so halos and glare that are a problem at night can be suppressed, and excellent vision can be expected.
Can anyone receive treatment?
This treatment is for people with myopia or astigmatism who do not have other eye diseases (such as glaucoma or cataracts) or systemic diseases. If you have the wrong eye shape or condition, or have other diseases, you may not be able to receive treatment. For more information, please consult a doctor.
History of intraocular contact lens treatment
Development began in 1978, and the current intraocular contact lens treatment was approved and launched in Europe in 1997 and in the United States in 2005. In Japan, clinical trials began in 2003, and the treatment was approved and generally launched in 2010.
Does not affect future eye treatments
Intraocular contact lenses are removable, so they do not limit your treatment options if you develop eye diseases in the future.
【東京・池袋】ICL（眼内コンタクト）とは？費用やメリット・デメリットの治療に関するよくある質問
Are there any restrictions on receiving ICL treatment?
Depending on the shape of your eyes, illness, or systemic disease, you may not be eligible for treatment. A detailed examination will be conducted in advance, and a specialist doctor will diagnose whether treatment is possible by comprehensively examining your eye shape, condition, lifestyle, etc. In addition, in order to perform an accurate examination, you will need to stop wearing contact lenses (especially hard lenses) for a certain period of time. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, your vision may become unstable, so myopia correction surgery is not possible.
Does ICL treatment hurt?
We use eye drops to numb the area, so there is almost no pain.
Will others know if I have intraocular contact lenses in?
It is inserted behind the iris so it is not visible from the outside.
What are "halo" and "glare"?
The phenomenon of seeing a blurred ring around a light when looking at a bright light in a dark place is called a halo, and the symptom of a bright light that is very bright is called glare. The severity and duration of symptoms vary from person to person, but generally, they will naturally go away within a few months after treatment.
Is ICL treatment covered by public health insurance?
It is not covered by public medical insurance. Please contact your insurance company to find out whether your private insurance covers "phakic intraocular lens insertion."
Can ICL treatment cure presbyopia?
Around the age of 40, symptoms of presbyopia, such as difficulty seeing things close up, begin to appear due to a decline in the ability to adjust with age. Presbyopia is a disease in which the ability to focus on near and far objects declines. Intraocular contact lens treatment corrects refractive conditions such as myopia and astigmatism, but is not a treatment for presbyopia. If you have difficulty seeing things close up due to presbyopia, please use near glasses (reading glasses) as appropriate.
What are the features of ICL?
1Expect sharp, vivid images
2. Less likely to cause dry eyes
3. Good nighttime visibility is expected
4. Suitable for people with thin corneas
5. A lens made of highly biocompatible material is placed in the eye.
6. No hospitalization is required, and you can expect comfortable recovery of vision the next day.
7. Suitable for those with severe myopia or astigmatism
Can ICL surgery be done on an outpatient basis?
The wound is only about 3mm in size, so recovery is quick and can be done on the same day. No sutures or removal of stitches are required.
Is ICL surgery available on weekends?
Yes, it is supported.
Can ICL treatment fail?
If there are no problems with the suitability test, you can receive treatment with peace of mind.
Possible risks with ICL include postoperative infection, etc. After surgery, you will be required to wear protective glasses for a period of time to prevent infection.
Which is better, LASIK or ICL treatment?
Both ICL and LASIK can treat myopia and astigmatism, but the treatment methods are different. LASIK uses a laser to shave the cornea, whereas ICL involves inserting a lens into the eye. Therefore, it is reversible and can be almost completely restored to its original state when removed, which is why it has been gaining popularity in recent years.
However, rather than saying which is better, I think it's best to choose based on your own environment and lifestyle.
Can ICL treat presbyopia?
Unfortunately, our hospitalis also approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare.STARESurgicalICLWe currently use this system, but are unable to provide treatment for presbyopia.
Will others know that I have an ICL in my eye?
Don't worry, other people won't notice it in your everyday life.
