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title: Is ICL surgery suitable if prescription is still changing?
description: "ICL surgery is generally not suitable if your prescription is still changing significantly. ## Why ongoing change is a concern Surgery would soon be out of date. - Risk of under‑ or over‑correction as myopia or astigmatism progresses - Possibility…"
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updated: "2025-12-24"
category: Suitability
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# Is ICL surgery suitable if prescription is still changing?

ICL surgery is generally not suitable if your prescription is still changing significantly.

## Why ongoing change is a concern

Surgery would soon be out of date.

- Risk of under‑ or over‑correction as myopia or astigmatism progresses
- Possibility of needing repeat procedures or lens exchange
- Unclear whether progression is due to normal growth or an underlying disease
- Harder to predict long‑term visual outcomes
- Standard guidelines recommend waiting until refraction stabilises

## Preferred approach

Monitoring and further investigation come first.

- Regular eye tests to confirm the rate and pattern of change
- Screening for keratoconus or other ectatic disorders
- Consideration of stronger glasses or contact lenses in the meantime
- Re‑evaluation for ICL once stability is documented
- Discussion of lifestyle and occupational needs while waiting