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title: Who is suitable for ICL surgery?
description: "ICL surgery suits people with moderate to high prescriptions whose eyes are otherwise healthy and who are not ideal candidates for corneal laser procedures. ## Typical candidate profile Several factors are assessed together. - Age usually between 21 and 45…"
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updated: "2025-12-24"
category: Suitability
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# Who is suitable for ICL surgery?

ICL surgery suits people with moderate to high prescriptions whose eyes are otherwise healthy and who are not ideal candidates for corneal laser procedures.

## Typical candidate profile

Several factors are assessed together.

- Age usually between 21 and 45 with a stable prescription
- Moderate to high myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism within ICL ranges
- Adequate anterior chamber depth and healthy corneal endothelium
- No significant glaucoma, uncontrolled uveitis, or retinal disease
- Strong motivation to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses

## When ICL is especially useful

ICLs fill gaps left by laser surgery.

- Very high myopia where laser would remove too much corneal tissue
- Relatively thin or borderline corneas unsuitable for LASIK or SMILE
- Dry eye or other surface issues that make laser less attractive
- Desire for a reversible procedure that preserves the natural lens
- Expectation of long‑term follow‑up and possible future lens surgery