ICL and laser eye surgery suit different profiles; choice depends on prescription, cornea, age, and lifestyle.
People better suited to ICL
Internal lenses help when corneal limits are reached.
- Moderate to extreme myopia or hyperopia beyond safe laser ranges
- Thin or borderline corneas despite otherwise regular topography
- Dry eye or surface problems that could worsen with corneal laser
- Desire for a reversible procedure that preserves corneal shape
- Age typically 21-45 with clear lenses and stable refraction
People better suited to laser
Laser suits many standard refractive cases.
- Low to moderate prescriptions within LASIK or SMILE limits
- Normal corneal thickness and shape with healthy tear film
- Preference to avoid intraocular surgery and its internal risks
- Occupation or hobbies where any intraocular procedure is discouraged
- Willingness to accept permanent corneal reshaping in exchange for simplicity
