Advanced Refractive Lens Solutions with EVO ICL | Cape Town Eye Surgery

Are you struggling with severe short-sightedness or far-sightedness that laser eye surgery cannot correct? At Eye Laser Clinic in Cape Town, we offer EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) surgery – a breakthrough solution for patients who aren’t ideal candidates for LASIK or PRK.

Why Choose EVO ICL Over Laser Eye Surgery?

For patients with extreme refractive errors, laser eye surgery may not be the safest or most effective option. In contrast, EVO ICL offers a safe, effective, and reversible alternative.

This implantable lens is ideal for individuals with high myopia or hyperopia, especially those with thin corneas or who were previously told they’re not suitable for laser correction. Moreover, vision often improves within just 24 hours, offering faster recovery than many laser procedures.

Introducing the Presbyopic EVO IPCL

We now also offer a Presbyopic EVO IPCL – an implantable contact lens that corrects both distance and near vision, making it perfect for individuals aged 45 to 55 with presbyopia. This means freedom from both reading glasses and distance prescriptions, while still retaining your natural lens.

The EVO IPCL is made from reinforced hybrid acrylic, ensuring long-term durability. It’s customised to your eye’s dimensions and inserted through a tiny 2.8 mm incision, placed safely behind the iris.

Thanks to two tiny fluid-drainage holes, intraocular pressure stays balanced, and patients typically report no glare or night vision issues.

EVO ICL: Key Benefits

  • No corneal tissue is removed

  • Preserves the natural lens and accommodation

  • Fast, painless recovery

  • Reversible if needed

  • Suitable for a wide range of prescriptions

  • Offers crisp, high-definition vision

  • Does not cause dry eye like some laser procedures

  • Ideal for patients with large pupils or thin corneas

Who Is a Good Candidate for EVO ICL?

You may be suitable for EVO ICL if:

  • You have high myopia or hyperopia

  • You’ve had previous laser surgery with limited success

  • Your eyes are free from glaucoma or corneal disease

  • You have healthy eye structures, and your surgeon deems you a candidate after screening

What to Expect Before and After EVO ICL Surgery

Pre-Operative Testing

Our clinic performs a comprehensive eye exam to assess your eligibility. This includes advanced imaging and biometric calculations to determine the correct lens power.

For some patients, a YAG laser iridotomy is required 7–10 days before surgery to ensure fluid drainage post-surgery.

The Day of Surgery

  • We use topical anaesthetic eye drops – no needles required

  • Surgery takes about 15–20 minutes per eye

  • Most patients go home the same day after a short recovery period

Aftercare and Recovery

  • Vision may be blurry for 24 – 48 hours

  • You may experience mild glare or dry eyes during the first week

  • Eye drops are prescribed to reduce swelling and prevent infection

  • Most patients resume normal activities within 2–3 days

EVO ICL vs LASIK

While LASIK reshapes the cornea, EVO ICL adds a corrective lens inside the eye without altering the cornea’s structure. It is reversible, tissue-preserving, and ideal for high prescriptions.

Book Your EVO ICL Consultation in Cape Town

Ready to explore EVO ICL or Presbyopic IPCL surgery? Our team at Eye Laser Clinic in Tygervalley, V&A Waterfront, and Paarl is here to guide you. We’ll help determine the best vision correction solution for your needs.

📞 Call us on 021 9100 300 or email info@eyelaserclinic.co.za to book your free suitability evaluation.