Why Do ICL Lens Implantation Costs Vary?
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I'm Dr. Kim Joong-hoon, head director of Gangnam ID Eye Clinic.
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Interest in vision correction surgery continues to grow.
As the demand increases to live comfortably without glasses or contact lenses, more people are looking for safer vision correction methods.
Vision correction surgery isn't a one-size-fits-all solution based solely on eyesight.
It's crucial to choose the right method after comprehensively assessing an individual's eye condition and needs.
While you might initially explore various vision correction options, ICL lens implantation can be an alternative if laser vision correction isn't suitable due to your eye's specific conditions.
ICL is a popular choice for those with thin or irregular corneas, or high myopia and astigmatism, due to its advantages.
However, like other procedures, ICL lens implantation has various methods, and the choice of lens can significantly impact the results, satisfaction, and cost.
Today, I want to discuss ICL lens implantation, covering its principles, advantages, lens differences, and costs.
"Causes of Myopia and Astigmatism, and the Necessity of Vision Correction"
The eye refracts light through the cornea and lens, focusing it on the retina to enable us to see.
Refractive errors occur when this focus falls in front of or behind the retina, causing blurred vision.
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is when distant objects appear blurry, while astigmatism is a visual condition that causes blurred vision due to the light scattering in multiple directions.
Myopia is a common global issue, and while it can be corrected with glasses or lenses, high myopia can increase the risk of retinal diseases, requiring careful attention.
Astigmatism is typically caused by an uneven corneal surface or irregular shape, leading to symptoms like double vision or blurred focus.
If these refractive errors are left uncorrected for extended periods, they can lead to eye fatigue, headaches, and decreased concentration, highlighting the importance of proactive management.
"How to Correct Vision While Preserving the Cornea?"
Traditional LASIK and LASEK procedures correct vision by reshaping the cornea.
However, these procedures may not be suitable for individuals with thin corneas or high degrees of myopia or astigmatism due to the amount of corneal tissue that needs to be removed.
ICL lens implantation offers a solution by inserting a small lens into the eye without removing corneal tissue, preserving the eye's structure while correcting vision.
This makes it a viable alternative for many.
Through a small 3mm incision, a biocompatible lens tailored to your prescription is inserted to restore vision, showing excellent results, especially in cases of thin corneas or severe myopia and astigmatism.
“What are the Features and Advantages of ICL Lens Implantation?”
Lens implantation offers stable myopia and astigmatism correction with a low risk of recurrence.
It's suitable for those with thin corneas or corneal diseases, and the lens can be removed to restore the eye to its original state if necessary.
The lenses used in ICL implantation are made of biocompatible Collamer material with high oxygen permeability, ensuring safe insertion and long-term vision correction.
Because it doesn't involve corneal tissue removal, there's minimal pain and a faster recovery.
With fewer side effects like dry eye or regression, many consider ICL lens implantation.
The cost of ICL lens implantation typically ranges from 4,000,000 to 6,000,000 KRW, but can vary depending on the hospital and individual eye condition.
"Methods Varying by Lens Placement"
ICL lens implantation is divided into anterior and posterior chamber lens implantation based on the lens placement.
Anterior chamber lens implantation involves fixing the lens in front of the iris, between the cornea and iris.
While the risk of lens rotation is low, it requires an iridotomy, and the proximity of the lens to the cornea poses a risk of endothelial cell damage, making it less common today.
Posterior chamber lens implantation involves inserting the lens behind the iris, in front of the crystalline lens.
It is a well-established and safe method that doesn't require iridotomy and is widely favored today.
The lens has a small hole in the center to facilitate the flow of aqueous humor, reducing the risk of glaucoma and elevated eye pressure.
It offers excellent results in terms of safety and patient satisfaction.
During lens implantation, it's crucial to determine the appropriate lens type, power, and size for each patient, considering the internal eye measurements and astigmatism axis.
Inserting a lens with the correct power ensures clear vision, while mismatches between the lens size and the eye's internal space can increase the risk of glaucoma, cataracts, and corneal endothelial cell loss.
Careful assessment is essential.
"What to Check Before Proceeding?"
With advancements in medical technology, many are interested in vision correction for a life without glasses or lenses.
However, as the eye is one of the most sensitive parts of the body, thorough examination and careful consideration are necessary.
The optimal lens varies from person to person, and the implanted lens greatly affects the outcome.
When choosing an eye clinic, ensure it offers a variety of lenses, has experienced medical staff, and provides systematic pre-operative eye exams and detailed post-operative care.
The lens angle must be calculated precisely to 0.1-degree increments.
Therefore, it is important to proceed with medical staff who have a wealth of clinical experience and expertise to increase the success rate.
Thank you for reading.
This has been Kim Joong-hoon, head director of Gangnam ID Eye Clinic.
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