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EVO ICL surgery in Plano. The lens option when LASIK or PRK is not the right fit.

EVO ICL, also called an implantable Collamer Lens, is placed behind the iris to correct myopia and, with a toric lens, astigmatism without laser reshaping of the cornea. A Plano EVO ICL consultation compares your prescription, corneal measurements, anterior chamber depth, tear film, and age before recommending a procedure.

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  • ~7 minPer eye
  • FDA-approvedImplantable lens
  • -3D to -20DApproved myopia range
  • 21-45FDA-labeled ages
  • ToricAstigmatism option
  • RemovableBy an eye surgeon

Medically reviewed by Dr. Shehzad Batliwala, DO, MGM · Board-Certified Ophthalmologist

EVO ICL in Plano, TX · Serving Plano, Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Dallas & the North Dallas area

Is it right for you?

Who EVO ICL is for.

A likely fit

You may be a great fit if any of these sound familiar.

  • Ages 21-45 under current FDA labeling
  • Stable prescription, 12+ months
  • High myopia (-3 to -20 D)
  • Thin corneas (LASIK ruled out)
  • Dry-eye sensitivity
  • Want a reversible option
  • Astigmatism that may fit Toric EVO ICL
Worth a closer look

We may recommend something else if…

  • Lower Rx. LASIK is simpler
  • Shallow anterior chamber
  • Uveitis or uncontrolled glaucoma
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding

None of these are deal-breakers, they're reasons to look at the alternatives. We'll tell you straight at consultation.

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Free 60-minute consult · If you're not a fit, we'll tell you.

How it works

How EVO ICL works.

  1. 01Step 01

    Measure your eye and size the lens

    Diagnostic sizing

    EVO ICL planning begins with precise measurements, including corneal mapping, anterior chamber depth, and the internal dimensions where the lens will sit. Your surgeon uses those findings, your prescription, and the manufacturer's sizing calculations to select the lens for each eye.

  2. 02Step 02

    Create a micro-incision

    ~3mm, no stitches

    On surgery day, numbing drops are used to reduce discomfort. Your surgeon makes a small incision at the edge of the cornea. No LASIK flap is created, and an excimer laser is not used to reshape the cornea.

  3. 03Step 03

    Implant the Collamer lens

    Behind the iris

    The soft Collamer lens is folded and inserted through the incision, then positioned behind the iris and in front of your natural lens. It unfolds into place and adds refractive correction without ablating corneal tissue.

  4. 04Step 04

    Heal and attend follow-up exams

    Recovery varies

    The incision typically self-seals without stitches. Vision may improve quickly, but blur, glare, halos, light sensitivity, and pressure changes can occur during recovery. Follow-up exams confirm lens position, eye pressure, and healing. The lens can be surgically removed or exchanged if needed.

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Questions about the procedure? We'll walk you through all of it.

Your visit

What to expect, start to finish.

  1. Free consultation step in the Visionary Eye treatment process
    60 min
    Step 01

    Free consultation

    Comprehensive eye exam, anterior chamber depth measurement, and detailed conversation about whether ICL or LASIK better fits your eyes.

  2. Custom lens order step in the Visionary Eye treatment process
    1-2 weeks
    Step 02

    Custom lens order

    Your ICL is custom-sized to your eye's anatomy. We order the specific lens designed for your prescription and dimensions.

  3. Surgery day step in the Visionary Eye treatment process
    ~7 min/eye
    Step 03

    Surgery day

    The Collamer lens is inserted through a small incision while you are awake and the eye is numbed. Whether one or both eyes are treated is determined by your surgical plan.

  4. Recovery & follow-up step in the Visionary Eye treatment process
    Individual
    Step 04

    Recovery & follow-up

    Vision can improve early, then continue to settle. Follow-up exams check eye pressure, lens position, and healing before activity restrictions are lifted.

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Your map, your candidacy, your plan — in one visit.

Compare

EVO ICL vs. PRK vs. LASIK.

The best procedure is not the famous one. It is the one your cornea, prescription, tear film, and long-term goals can safely support.

  • EVO ICL vision procedure option at Visionary Eye
    EVO ICL
    Best for
    High myopia, thin corneas, dry-eye sensitivity, or LASIK/PRK non-candidates
    Recovery
    Clear vision often within 24 hours
    Permanence
    Long-term correction; lens can be removed or exchanged
    Flapless
    Yes
    Investment
    $$$
  • PRK / ASA vision procedure option at Visionary Eye
    PRK / ASA
    Best for
    Thin corneas when the prescription is still in a safe laser range
    Recovery
    Several days of surface healing; vision sharpens over weeks
    Permanence
    Permanent corneal reshaping
    Flapless
    Yes
    Investment
    $$
  • LASIK vision procedure option at Visionary Eye
    LASIK
    Best for
    Moderate prescriptions with healthy corneal thickness and stable tear film
    Recovery
    Fastest visual recovery for most laser candidates
    Permanence
    Permanent corneal reshaping
    Flapless
    No
    Investment
    $$
Guides

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How to choose an EVO ICL surgeon in Plano

Use a practical checklist for comparing diagnostic testing, procedure options, risk counseling, follow-up care, and surgeon-specific experience.

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LASIK vs EVO ICL vs PRK

Compare all three procedures by prescription range, corneal thickness, dry-eye risk, reversibility, and recovery.

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PRK vs EVO ICL in Plano

A deeper guide for thin corneas, high prescriptions, and patients deciding between surface laser correction and an implantable lens.

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Dr. Shehzad Batliwala, eye surgeon at Visionary Eye Surgery in Plano
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Care led by Dr. Shehzad Batliwala.

Dr. Shehz is a double board-certified vision correction surgeon who completed ophthalmology residency at Dean McGee Eye Institute and pursued advanced refractive training. He performs every surgery at Visionary Eye personally and leads the diagnostic plan used to decide whether a procedure is appropriate.

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  • Ophthalmology residency at Dean McGee Eye Institute
  • Advanced refractive and lens-surgery training
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Pricing

Clear costs. Real options.

One honest, all-in number — no surprises. Most patients use FSA / HSA, insurance, or 0% APR financing. Our Affordability page walks through every option in plain English.

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The honest version

Why we don't discount EVO ICL

There's no 'discount ICL.' The lens, the surgery, and your year of follow-ups are one number - quoted up front, no surgery-day add-ons. 0% APR financing covers it if you'd rather spread it out.

FAQ

Quick answers.

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  • Can I feel the ICL once it's in?
    The lens sits behind the iris and is not normally felt once the eye has healed. New pain, pressure, redness, or a sudden vision change should be reported promptly rather than assumed to be normal recovery.
  • Is the ICL permanent?
    It is designed for long-term implantation. It can be removed or exchanged by an eye surgeon, but doing so requires another operation and does not guarantee that vision returns to exactly how it was before ICL surgery.
  • How does EVO ICL compare to LASIK?
    LASIK reshapes the cornea; EVO ICL adds a lens inside the eye. High myopia, thin corneas, anterior chamber depth, dry-eye findings, age, and retinal health all affect which option is appropriate.
  • Is EVO ICL better than PRK?
    Neither is automatically better. PRK may fit a patient whose cornea cannot support a LASIK flap but can safely support surface laser correction. EVO ICL may fit qualifying high myopia or patients who need to avoid laser removal of corneal tissue.
  • Who is the right EVO ICL surgeon in Plano?
    Look for a refractive surgeon who offers more than one procedure and can explain why ICL, LASIK, PRK, or lens replacement is the better fit for your specific measurements. A good consultation should feel like a decision process, not a sales pitch.
  • Will I still need glasses after ICL?
    EVO ICL is intended to reduce dependence on distance correction, but results vary. Reading glasses may still be needed as presbyopia develops, and some patients may still need glasses for specific tasks.
  • How much does EVO ICL cost?
    Our Affordability page walks through every payment option in detail - most patients combine financing with FSA/HSA dollars.
  • Can EVO ICL correct astigmatism?
    Yes. Toric EVO ICL can correct nearsightedness with astigmatism for patients whose measurements fit the lens. We confirm candidacy with anterior chamber depth, prescription stability, corneal mapping, and lens sizing.
  • Does EVO ICL cause dry eye?
    EVO ICL does not remove corneal tissue, so it is often considered for patients with dry-eye sensitivity who may not be ideal LASIK candidates. Existing dry eye still needs to be diagnosed and treated before surgery.
  • What are the risks of EVO ICL?
    Risks can include glare or halos, elevated eye pressure, inflammation, infection, cataract formation, corneal endothelial cell loss, retinal complications, and the need to reposition, exchange, or remove the lens. Your exam and the FDA patient booklet should be reviewed before deciding.

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