Enjoy visual freedom with implantable contact lens surgery in Brisbane1Healthline. 2021. ICL Surgery Procedure, Benefits, Side Effects, and Precautions. [online] Available at: <https://www.healthline.com/health/icl-surgery> [Accessed 29 June 2021].

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Enjoy visual freedom with implantable contact lens surgery in Brisbane2Healthline. 2021. ICL Surgery Procedure, Benefits, Side Effects, and Precautions. [online] Available at: <https://www.healthline.com/health/icl-surgery> [Accessed 29 June 2021].

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WHAT OUR ICL PATIENTS EXPERIENCE

Turned down for LASIK? Implantable contact lenses might be the option you’ve been waiting for

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Vision correction’s best kept secret

If your heavy specs are getting in the way of work or play – there is a solution, even if you’ve been told that laser eye surgery isn’t for you.

“The process was as easy as I had hoped, and I couldn’t be happier. It has changed my life…I feel so much more confident now.” – Byron Corringham

When life goes from dull to full

Imagine clear vision – from morning till night – without a pair of glasses or contact lenses in sight. Even better, you could avoid the frustrations and dangers that are part and parcel of those pesky lenses.3Ohsu.edu. 2021. LASIK vs. Contact Lenses | Casey Eye Institute | OHSU. [online] Available at: <https://www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/lasik-vs-contact-lenses> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

playful couple enjoying a walk, ICL Brisbane, Implantable Contact Lens Fortitude Valley
playful couple enjoying a walk, ICL Brisbane, Implantable Contact Lens Fortitude Valley

When life goes from dull to full

Imagine clear vision – from morning till night – without a pair of glasses or contact lenses in sight. Even better, you could avoid the frustrations and dangers that are part and parcel of those pesky lenses.4Ohsu.edu. 2021. LASIK vs. Contact Lenses | Casey Eye Institute | OHSU. [online] Available at: <https://www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/lasik-vs-contact-lenses> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

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Why rent your vision when you can own it?

It’s never the only reason, but rest assured that getting ICLs isn’t solely an emotional choice. ICLs have a strong financial case, so don’t fret about the cost. They are so resilient, they last for life.

5Healthline. 2021. ICL Surgery Procedure, Benefits, Side Effects, and Precautions. [online] Available at: <https://www.healthline.com/health/icl-surgery> [Accessed 30 June 2021].
smiling woman finishing her morning run, ICL Brisbane, Implantable Contact Lens Fortitude Valley

Why rent your vision when you can own it?

Rest assured that getting ICLs isn’t solely an emotional choice. There’s a pretty good financial case for them too. So, don’t fret thinking how much does icl cost, as it’s a worthwhile investment.

6Healthline. 2021. ICL Surgery Procedure, Benefits, Side Effects, and Precautions. [online] Available at: <https://www.healthline.com/health/icl-surgery> [Accessed 30 June 2021].
couple in front of a water fall, ICL Brisbane, Implantable Contact Lens Fortitude Valley

There is no dress rehearsal – this is your life

With your new vision, you should finally be free from those troublesome specs and drying contact lenses. Our patients often feeling liberated, open-minded, and free to explore new hobbies and interests.

“Wonderful professional service. I am one HAPPY customer! Thank you, Narelle, Carole, Dr Russell and the reception staff for a wonderful experience. I have and will continue to recommend it.” – Wendy Bradshaw Lander

There is no dress rehearsal – this is your life

With your new vision, you should finally be free from those troublesome specs and drying contact lenses. Our patients often feel liberated, open-minded, and free to explore new hobbies and interests after refractive surgery.

“Wonderful professional service. I am one HAPPY customer! Thank you, Narelle, Carole, Dr Russell and the reception staff for a wonderful experience. I have and will continue to recommend it.” – Wendy Bradshaw Lander

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HOW LASER EYE SURGERY IN BRISBANE WORKS

Enjoy a life free from glasses and contact lenses in 3 easy steps

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Step 1: Reach out

Chat us up, give us a call or book an appointment online. We make it easy to get in touch with us.

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Step 2: We’ll meet

Visit our clinic in Fortitude Valley for a free assessment that will give you a complete understanding of your laser surgery options.

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Step 3: Enjoy life

After a procedure that’s over before you know it, you’ll have the life-changing freedom that eye surgery brings.

7Healthblog.uofmhealth.org. 2021. Pros and Cons of LASIK: Are the Risks Worth the Cost?. [online] Available at:  https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/eye-health/pros-and-cons-of-lasik-are-risks-worth-cost
IMPLANTABLE CONTACT LENS SURGERY

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IMPLANTABLE CONTACT LENSES EXPLAINED

What you need to know about implantable contact lenses

The benefits of contacts without the inconvenience

Laser eye surgeries like LASIK are an excellent way for people with short-sightedness (myopia), long-sightedness (hyperopia), and astigmatism to obtain clearer vision without corrective eyewear.

8Mayo Clinic. 2021. LASIK surgery: Is it right for you?. [online] Available at: <https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/lasik-eye-surgery/in-depth/lasik-surgery/art-20045751> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

Although they are popular, LASIK and PRK procedures are not suitable for everyone, including patients with high prescriptions, who may be unsuitable for laser eye surgery. That’s where ICLs come into play. So, what is ICL eye surgery?

If you want clear vision without glasses and contacts but do not qualify for LASIK, Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery may be a good option to improve your vision.

9Healthline. 2021. ICL Surgery Procedure, Benefits, Side Effects, and Precautions. [online] Available at: <https://www.healthline.com/health/icl-surgery> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

Instead of sitting on the surface of your eyes like removable contacts, ICLs work from inside your eyes, similarly to a contact lens.

Find out more about ICLs and get answers to commonly asked questions, i.e. how much does ICL surgery cost below…

With implantable contact lenses, you should:

ICLs may be a good option if you wear contact lenses and only need a small amount of visual aid or if you may benefit from an implantable contact lens.

You may be a suitable candidate for vision correction with ICL eye surgery if:

  • You are at least 21 years old
  • You want clear, crisp vision without glasses or removable contact lenses
  • You’ve had a stable prescription for at least one year prior to treatment
  • You don’t meet the requirements for LASIK because either your prescription is too high or your corneas are too thin
  • You want the flexibility to reverse or change if your visual needs change in the future.

Dr. Russell has the experience and skills needed to help you achieve great results with ICL eye surgery. Correcting your refractive errors through ICL can dramatically improve your day-to-day life.16Ieong A, Rubin GS, Allan BD. Quality of life in high myopia: implantable collamer lens implantation versus contact lens wear. Ophthalmology. 2009 Feb;116(2):275-80. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2008.09.020. Epub 2008 Dec 16. PMID: 19091407.[online] Available at: <https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19091407/> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

He will explain everything you need to know to make an educated decision about your care, and will discuss with you what you can expect during each step of the treatment plan.

ICLs are clear lenses surgically implanted into the eye between the lens (the clear lens inside your eye) and the iris (the coloured part of the eye). They do not replace the eye’s natural lens, and you will no longer need visual aids to see clearly.17Healthline. 2021. ICL Surgery Procedure, Benefits, Side Effects, and Precautions. [online] Available at: <https://www.healthline.com/health/icl-surgery> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

As light passes through the ICL, it properly focuses light onto the retina at the back of the eye.

How the ICL procedure works

We implant ICLs during an outpatient procedure that takes less than 30 minutes. We apply some anaesthetic eye drops to numb your eyes to prevent any pain.

Through a small incision, our eye surgeons insert the ICL into your eye and position it correctly. The incision is designed to heal itself quickly after surgery.

The recovery from ICL surgery is brief, and most patients can resume work and their normal activities as soon as the day after surgery.18DocShop. 2021. ICL Eye Surgery, Procedure, Recovery. [online] Available at: <https://www.docshop.com/education/vision/refractive/icl/procedure> [Accessed 30 June 2021].

If you daydream about what it would be like to enjoy clear, crisp vision without corrective eyewear, but you’re not eligible for laser vision correction, ICL surgery might be a good option for you. Dr. Russell has helped many patients live more enjoyable and active lives with ICLs, and he is happy to educate you about your options, the ICL costs and to help you make a decision about your care.

Book a free assessment today and find out answers to questions like how much does ICL surgery cost? You can book online or call us to arrange an appointment. Assessments are free and suitable candidates all meet with highly sought-after lens surgeon, Dr. Matthew Russell, before they commit to eye surgery.

DISCOVER IF YOU CAN BE FREE FROM GLASSES AND CONTACT LENSES

The best way to find out if eye laser treatment is right for you is to have an in-person assessment. You’ll get a clear answer from our experts on your suitability and laser vision correction options

WHO CAN LASER EYE SURGERY HELP?

Find the laser eye surgery option right for your age. We offer unique solutions for each stage of life

Tired of missing out because you need glasses and contact lenses to see clearly?

Do your glasses prevent you from looking your very best?

We know how it feels to have glasses and contact lenses get in the way of what you most want out of life. That’s why we offer a free assessment in Brisbane to help you make an informed choice about laser eye surgery.

After you’ve had our assessment, you’ll enjoy the clarity and confidence you need to know – without a doubt – if laser surgery is right for you.

Do your glasses make you look years older than you actually feel?

Life needn’t go downhill the second you hit some magic number. Why spend half a lifetime in reading glasses when a 20-minute treatment can get you out of them?19All About Vision. 2021. Refractive Lens Exchange (Lens Replacement Surgery). [online] Available at: <https://www.allaboutvision.com/visionsurgery/refractive-lens-exchange.htm> [Accessed 21 June 2021].

These days, people in their 40s and 50s are living as actively as their kids. That’s why we offer specific treatments for ageing eyes whether you need a corneal transplant, laser surgery, or have dry eyes.

Book an assessment in Brisbane, and we’ll guide you towards the right treatment for you.

Seeking to ditch your lifetime of glasses and contact lenses for good?

With varifocals, bifocals, reading specs, contact lenses, and everything else – it can sometimes feel like you’re carrying around a pharmacy.

We appreciate you’ve got better things to do than having to worry about your declining vision. Visit us for a free assessment, and you too can join the hundreds of thousands that experience spectacle-free vision from morning till night regardless of age.

THE LAZY PERSON’S WAY TO LEARN EVERYTHING THEY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VISION CORRECTION

Tired of Googling your way to understanding vision correction? We’ve got you covered! This “all-in-one” guide to vision correction options in Queensland will answer every question you have. Even the ones you didn’t think to ask! Best of all, it’s only a click away.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT LENS SURGERY…

Educate yourself further about lens surgery

An informative guide on what lens replacement is, and what procedures are most commonly used including refractive lens exchange surgery. Click here for more information.

An article that explains why lens replacement surgery is on its way to become the most successful refractive procedure to date . As well as other essentials including the cost of lens replacement surgery. Click here for more information.

A published, scientific article that provides an overview of intraocular lenses, their safety and effectiveness. Click here for more information.

An example of an FDA approved ICL lens, what it can accomplish and how it works to improve vision. Click here for more information about Visian ICL and answers to questions such as how much does icl cost?

A cataract is clouding of the lens in parts of the eye that may affect your eyesight. Symptoms include:

  • Worsening of vision which may appear cloudy, fuzzy or misty
  • Difficult reading
  • Glares and halos from light

Click here to read more about cataract surgery in England and Wales 

The use of femtosecond lasers within cataract surgery is becoming more common. Femtosecond lasers are used to minimise the use of surgical blades and needles providing precision and micron accuracy. Click here to read more about cataract surgery in London.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

Cataracts eventually occur in everyone. The majority of cataract surgeries are undertaken for patients in their 60’s and 70’s, but surgery can be performed sooner or later than this. Click here to read more about cataract surgery in Wales and Bristol.

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Hi, I’m Dr. Matthew Russell, your laser and cataract surgery specialist

HI I’M DR. MATTHEW RUSSELL YOUR LASER EYE AND CATARACT SURGERY SPECIALIST

With over 15 years of experience, I enjoy the privilege of helping patients of all ages reclaim clear vision or preserve it for as long as possible.

Vision correction and high-precision cataract surgery hinge on the expertise and skill set of the provider who also has access to the most precise tools for the job. Ophthalmic surgeons like me know how to make treatment safe, comfortable and positive for the patient. They know how to minimise the risk of complications and maximise successful outcomes.

I have a passion for helping my patients enjoy the clear, high-definition vision they need to live rich and active lives. Now, I have hand-picked a team of professionals that share my passion and commitment to exceptional care.

Dr. Matthew Russell

MBChB, FRANZCO