If you are tired of depending on thick, clunky glasses, but you are not a candidate for LASIK, Phakic IOL may be perfect for you. Laser Vision is proud to present ..Phakic IOLa safe and effective method of treating moderate to severe refractive errors.

Phakic IOL procedure are being used on severely nearsighted and farsighted patients or thin corneal patients who may not be candidates for the more common laser procedure such as PRK, and LASIK. Phakic IOL is the procedure of choice for high myopia and high hyperopia.

The word Phakic refers to those who have not undergone cataract surgery and still have their natural internal lens. IOL stands for Intra-ocular lens. In the Phakic IOL procedure, an intra-ocular lens is placed inside the eye. The patients natural lens is not removed, as it would be in cataract surgery. Unlike in clear lens extraction, the crystalline lens of the eye is not removed so patients undergoing this procedure can retain any pre-existing focusing ability.

What to expect on the day of the surgery

Before the surgery, the area around your eyes will be cleaned and a sterile drape will be applied around your eye. Powerful eye drops or a local anesthetic will be used to numb your eyes. When your eye is completely numb, an eyelid holder will be placed between your eyelids to keep you from blinking during the procedure.

Next a small incision will be made and the intra-ocular lens will be inserted. The Phakic IOL procedure is very quick, typically taking less than 20 minutes. The small incision is required during the procedure. This feature makes the procedure efficient (no sutures needed) and improves healing time. A temporary shield will be placed over your eye to protect it during the time just after the procedure. There also is a short recovery time. The results of the surgery are almost immediate, however your vision will probably be a little blurry from the anesthesia, so someone will need to drive you home. You should relax for the rest of the day. You may experience some discomfort, but this is usually alleviated with an over-the-counter pain reliever. Most patients resume normal activities within a day or two.

Candidate for Phakic IOL

1. Individuals who have extreme myopia (over -12.00 diopters)
2. Individuals who have extreme hyperopia (over +4.00 diopters)
3. Individuals who are over 21
4. Individuals without any health issues affecting their eyes
5. Individuals without ocular diseases that contraindicated for surgery

Benefits of Phakic IOL