Can you wear contact lenses after ICL surgery?If you’re tired of constantly relying on glasses or contacts to see clearly, Implantable Contact Lens (ICL) surgery may be the solution you’ve been looking for. This procedure involves implanting a tiny lens inside your eye, which can help correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. One of the most significant advantages of ICL surgery is that you will be less dependent on your glasses or contacts. But what happens if you need to wear contacts after the procedure? In this blog post, we’ll explore whether wearing contact lenses is possible after ICL surgery.The short answer is yes, you can wear contact lenses after ICL surgery. However, it’s important to note that the main goal we have for our ICL patients is to provide clear vision without the need for glasses or contacts. If you still require contacts after the surgery, it’s possible that the ICL wasn’t inserted correctly or that there are other underlying issues that need to be addressed.Factors you should considerIt’s worth mentioning that there is a small chance of complications arising from wearing contacts after ICL surgery. This is because of the space between the lens and the natural lens creates a new area that bacteria can colonise. In rare cases, this can cause an infection. Therefore, it’s essential to ensure strict hygiene when handling contact lenses and scheduling follow-up appointments with your eye surgeon to ensure that your eyes are healing correctly and that you have no infections.If you decide to wear contact lenses after ICL surgery, we recommend waiting at least two weeks after the procedure before doing so. This allows your eyes ample time to heal and reduces the risk of complications. Once you’ve received the green light from your surgeon, you can begin wearing contact lenses according to the manufacturer’s instructions. It’s essential to be vigilant about any pain, redness, or unusual discharge from your eyes and to stop wearing contacts immediately if any of these symptoms arise.Enjoy freedom from contact lensesAnother point to remember is that contact lenses may not be necessary after ICL surgery. Most of our patients experience significant improvement in their vision and find that they no longer need corrective lenses. However, if you’re still struggling with blurred vision, it’s best to consult with your eye surgeon to determine the best course of action.ICL surgery can greatly improve your vision and reduce your dependence on glasses or contacts1https://journals.lww.com/claojournal/Abstract/2018/11002/Long_Term_Clinical_Observation_of_Posterior.62.aspx. 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