Treatment
ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens)
MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), MRCS (Edinburgh), FICO (UK)
Vision correction beyond laser limits
An ICL is a biocompatible lens implanted in front of the natural lens, correcting high prescriptions that laser vision correction cannot safely treat.
Is ICL right for your eyes?
Key benefits
- Corrects very high myopia
- Cornea is left unreshaped
- Removable and exchangeable if required
- Sharp, high-quality optics
Procedure steps
- 1Detailed assessmentFull diagnostic workup and candidacy scan.
- 2Surgical planningICL plan personalised to your eyes.
- 3Procedure dayTopical anaesthesia, day-care procedure.
- 4Follow-upScheduled reviews until vision stabilises.
Understanding ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens)
An ICL is a biocompatible lens implanted in front of the natural lens, correcting high prescriptions that laser vision correction cannot safely treat. Dr. Abdul Basit — MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), MRCS (Edinburgh), FICO (UK) — evaluates every candidate personally before advising this option. Detailed clinical copy for this section is added in a later content pass.
How Dr. Abdul Basit approaches the case
Decision-making is driven by measured diagnostics rather than a single default procedure, with the safest option recommended even when it is not the most profitable one. Full narrative content follows in a later step.
Frequently asked questions
Is ICL painful?
The procedure is performed under anaesthetic drops; patients typically report pressure rather than pain.
How soon can I return to work?
Most patients resume desk work within a few days, depending on the procedure and healing.
How do I know if I am a candidate?
A full diagnostic assessment with Dr. Abdul Basit confirms suitability.
