Astigmatism Correction Surgery Can Give You Clear Vision

When objects or text don't appear clearly,

it can cause more inconvenience in daily life than one might imagine.

It requires deeper concentration than usual,

making the eyes prone to fatigue and frequent headaches.

Astigmatism, in particular, often leads to squinting to see things a bit more clearly,

which can develop into a habit.

In severe cases of astigmatism, looking at an object with one eye can result in double vision,

a symptom known as diplopia.

Wearing glasses is a common solution,

but in the cold autumn and winter weather we experience nowadays,

the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors causes glasses to fog up.

With the mandatory wearing of masks due to COVID-19,

this inconvenience of foggy glasses now persists all year round!

Furthermore, from a cosmetic perspective, glasses often obscure eye makeup,

leading many people to opt for contact lenses instead.

What about wearing contact lenses?

They certainly make the eyes look clearer and can be cosmetically satisfying.

However, prolonged wear can lead to dry eyes

and frequent eye conditions like conjunctivitis,

which unfortunately puts a strain on the eyes.

Let me introduce you to an astigmatism correction surgery method that can correct these issues.

Unlike surgeries such as LASIK or LASEK, which involve shaving the cornea with a laser,

this is an implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery that preserves the cornea while correcting astigmatism.

ICL surgery involves inserting a lens into the iris,

similar to how we wear contact lenses.

First, a special custom lens is manufactured to match the individual's eye characteristics.

This custom lens is designed considering various factors such as lens power, lens size, astigmatism power, and astigmatism axis.

A tiny incision is made, and the specially manufactured lens is inserted at the calculated astigmatism axis.

Since it's a micro-incision, sutures are not required!

The reason Gangnam Smile Eye Clinic performs ICL surgery for astigmatism correction is

due to Toric ICLs, which have the same material and structure as conventional ICLs,

but Toric ICLs are intraocular lenses that also correct astigmatism.

They are intraocular lenses for astigmatism correction that can correct even high astigmatism.

The surgical method and basic principles are the same as conventional ICLs,

but accurate calculation of the astigmatism axis and insertion of the lens along that axis are crucial.

This astigmatism correction surgery is suitable for various individuals,

including those with thin corneas who cannot undergo LASIK,

and those who are apprehensive about corneal ablation.

ICL surgery, performed as astigmatism correction surgery, involves high costs for the ICL lens

and consumables.

Therefore, it is advisable to visit an ophthalmologist for a thorough examination

and then consult in detail with experienced medical staff before making a decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What symptoms does astigmatism cause?

Astigmatism makes objects and text appear blurry, causing inconvenience in daily life. It can lead to a habit of squinting, and in severe cases, diplopia (double vision) may occur when looking at objects with one eye.

What are the inconveniences of wearing glasses or contact lenses?

Glasses fog up due to temperature differences and are inconvenient when wearing a mask, besides having cosmetic limitations. Contact lenses, when worn for extended periods, can cause dry eyes or frequent eye conditions like conjunctivitis.

What is the method for implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery for astigmatism correction?

Unlike LASIK or LASEK, ICL surgery corrects astigmatism by preserving the cornea rather than shaving it. It involves inserting a special custom lens, made to match the individual's eye characteristics, into the iris.

What is Toric ICL implantation?

Toric ICL implantation uses an intraocular lens that has the same material and structure as conventional ICLs but also provides astigmatism correction. It can correct high astigmatism, and accurate calculation of the astigmatism axis and lens insertion are crucial.

Who is suitable for ICL surgery?

ICL surgery is an astigmatism correction procedure that can be considered in various cases, including for individuals with thin corneas who cannot undergo LASIK, and those who are apprehensive about corneal ablation.

What should be considered before astigmatism correction surgery?

Astigmatism correction surgery, including the ICL lens and consumables, is expensive. Therefore, it is recommended to visit an ophthalmologist for a detailed examination and then consult thoroughly with experienced medical staff before making a decision.