ICL: Freedom From Glasses, Even With Very High Power
When your number is too high or your cornea too thin for LASIK, an Implantable Collamer Lens gives you crisp, HD-quality vision — without removing any corneal tissue. Reversible, invisible, and life-changing.
Overview
What is ICL?
An ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) is an ultra-thin, flexible lens placed inside the eye, between the iris and your natural lens — think of it as a permanent contact lens you never feel, never clean, and never replace. Made of collamer, a biocompatible material containing collagen, it sits invisibly and corrects your full prescription day and night.
Because nothing is removed from the cornea, ICL is the treatment of choice for very high myopia (up to about −20D), high astigmatism (toric ICL), thin or irregular corneas, and dry-eye-prone patients. Modern EVO lenses have a central port, so no separate iris procedure is needed. The implant takes about 20–30 minutes for both eyes, and — a unique reassurance — it can be removed or exchanged if your needs ever change.
At a glance
When to consider it
- ✓ Power beyond LASIK's comfortable range (myopia −8D to −20D, or high astigmatism)
- ✓ You were told your corneas are too thin or irregular for laser
- ✓ Severe dry eyes
- ✓ You're 21–45 with a stable prescription
- ✓ You want the option of reversibility
- ✓ Athletes and defence aspirants wanting maximum corneal strength.
Your surgeon may advise waiting if
- • The space inside your eye is too shallow (measured at evaluation)
- • You have uncontrolled glaucoma or certain eye conditions
- • You're pregnant/nursing (temporary). Your free evaluation settles it definitively.
Technology & lens options
| Option | What it is | Best for | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVO ICL (spherical) | Corrects myopia up to −20D | High minus powers without cylinder | ₹75,000–₹95,000 |
| EVO Toric ICL | Corrects myopia + astigmatism in one lens | Cylindrical powers | ₹90,000–₹1,25,000 |
Indicative, per eye, including lens (imported, custom-made for your eye), surgeon and standard hospital charges — confirmed at your free consultation. Lenses are manufactured to order; allow 1–3 weeks between sizing and surgery. · EMI: from ~₹3,200/month no-cost. · Insurance: usually elective/not covered; corporate policies sometimes cover high powers — we check your policy for you.
How treatment works at ReliveCure
Recovery timeline
- Halos and light-sensitivity are normal as pupils recover; rest with dark glasses. Many patients already notice dramatically sharper vision.
- Most routine work resumes; avoid rubbing, swimming, dusty environments and heavy lifting.
- Vision quality stabilises to its final, HD-crisp level; normal gym and sports return per your surgeon's advice.
Safety & honesty
Over 3 million ICLs have been implanted worldwide with very high satisfaction (99%+ in manufacturer registries). Because no corneal tissue is removed, quality-of-vision issues like permanent dryness are far less common than with laser surgery at high powers. Risks are rare but real — pressure rise, early lens repositioning, cataract formation over decades — which is why precise sizing, senior surgeons and disciplined follow-ups are non-negotiable at ReliveCure. And if your anatomy isn't right for ICL, we'll say so and offer alternatives.
Why ReliveCure
Meet a senior specialist, ask everything, decide without pressure.
Your surgery is performed by experienced ophthalmic surgeons, never trainees.
We handle the paperwork; you focus on recovery.
One care team from admission to discharge and follow-up.
Our panel of senior refractive, ICL and cataract surgeons — profiles being added.
Meet all our doctors →Real patients, real stories
“My number was -11, LASIK was not possible for me. ReliveCure suggested ICL, arranged everything including EMI. Ab bina chashme ke zindagi alag hi hai.”
Frequently asked questions
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Free scans, honest advice, custom lens, senior surgeons — one team throughout.