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ICL vs contact lenses Advantages and Disadvantages ①

In the next three weeks, we will be featuring a special column on ICL vs. contact lenses.
The first part is about the advantages and disadvantages of ICL and contact lenses in daily life.

~Advantages of ICL in daily life~

~Advantages of ICL in daily life~

【Permanent vision improvement】
ICL is a surgical procedure that implants an intraocular contact lens into the eye, which can permanently improve vision as long as myopia does not progress.

【Convenience】
Contact lenses require daily maintenance such as putting on and taking off, and cleaning, but ICL once implanted into the eye, ICL does not need to be taken out unless it is necessary and is maintenance-free.
Therefore, even in the unlikely event that a disaster occurs, you can live with the naked eye.

【comfort】
Because after ICL, people can live with the naked eye, many people find them more comfortable than contact lenses. It is especially beneficial for people who have difficulty adapting contact lenses to their eyes or who experience discomfort from wearing contact lenses.
Also, in the case of ICL, when doing sports or activities, you don’t have to worry about them slipping or coming off like contact lenses.

~Disadvantages of ICL in daily life~

~Disadvantages of ICL in daily life~

【Restrictions on wearing contact lenses before surgery】
To get accurate data for vision restoration, it is necessary to limit contact lens wear before coming to the clinic for examination. You will need to wear glasses for a few days before the examination, but you can wear contact lenses from the end of the examination until the day before surgery.

【Life restrictions after surgery】
To prevent infections, you will be required to use eye drops for a certain period of time after surgery. You will be asked to stop wearing makeup, exercising, traveling, etc. for a certain period of time, but once the eye drop period has passed, there are no lifestyle restrictions.
Also, you will be able to drive a car with the naked eye, but if your driver’s license has a requirement that you wear glasses, you may be in violation of the law if you continue to drive even if your eyesight has recovered. Therefore, please go to a driver’s license center, police station, etc. to cancel the condition as soon as possible.

~Advantages of contact lenses in daily life~

~Advantages of contact lenses in daily life~

【Non-invasive】
Contact lenses don’t require surgery and can be corrected by wearing the lenses on the eyes, making it a non-invasive way to correct vision.

【Flexibility】
Contact lenses are easy to put on and take off, so you can choose flexibly depending on the situation, such as wearing them during the day when you want to use them, and taking them off when you don’t need them, such as when sleeping.

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~Disadvantages of contact lenses in daily life~

~Disadvantages of contact lenses in daily life~

【Lens management】
Contact lenses require proper management when used, and it is important to keep the lenses and lens cases clean. If proper care is not taken, such as improper care or cleaning, wearing lenses for an excessively long time, or sleeping with the lenses in, eye problems may occur.

【Effects when not worn】
Your vision will return to normal when you do not wear contact lenses.
Therefore, in the unlikely event that a disaster occurs, contact lenses cannot be put on instantly, so you must deal with the situation with the naked eye, and if you live in a place where you cannot see well or have difficulty seeing, the impact of this is big.

Which vision correction method you choose depends on your personal situations and preferences.
It is important to have advice from experts, compare the pros and cons, and make the best choice for yourself.
If you are interested in ICL, we are always available for examinations!

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