WHAT OUR ICL PATIENTS EXPERIENCE
Turned down for LASIK? Implantable contact lenses might be the option you’ve been waiting for
01 · 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.
02 · 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 risks that are part and parcel of those pesky lenses.
03 · 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 — there’s a strong financial case for them too. They’re so resilient they last for life.
04 · There is no dress rehearsal – this is your life
With your new vision, you should finally be free from troublesome specs and drying contact lenses. Our patients often feel liberated, open-minded and free to explore new hobbies and interests.
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
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 vision correction 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.
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
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In your 20s & 30s
01 · In your 20s & 30s
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.
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In your 40s & 50s
02 · In your 40s & 50s
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?
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 laser surgery, help with dry eyes or something more specialised.
Book an assessment in Brisbane and we’ll guide you towards the right treatment for you.
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A lifetime in glasses
03 · A lifetime in glasses
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.
Visit us for a free assessment to find out if you may be suitable for vision correction, and to learn how it could reduce your need for glasses or contact lenses.
Are you suitable?
Check your laser eye surgery suitability online with our free self-test
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, long-sightedness and astigmatism to obtain clearer vision without corrective eyewear.
Popular as they are, LASIK and PRK aren’t suitable for everyone — including patients with high prescriptions or thin corneas. That’s where implantable contact lenses come in.
If you want clear vision without glasses and contacts but don’t qualify for LASIK, Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery may be a good option. Instead of sitting on the surface of your eye like a removable contact, an ICL works from inside the eye.
Enjoy clear vision without corrective eyewear
With implantable contact lenses, you should:
- See as clearly as you do while wearing contact lenses — or even more clearly — without the maintenance and hassle of taking them in and out
- Enjoy great night vision with few side effects
- Have the peace of mind that the procedure can be reversed if you change your mind
- Be unable to see or feel the lenses — you’ll only notice that your vision is clearer and sharper
- Avoid dry eye, as the procedure doesn’t disrupt the corneal nerves in any way
- Correct your refractive errors long term
Are you a good candidate for ICLs?
You may be a suitable candidate for vision correction with ICL 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 a year prior to treatment
- You don’t meet the requirements for LASIK, because your prescription is too high or your corneas are too thin
- You want the flexibility to reverse or change the treatment if your visual needs change in future
Trust your vision correction to our renowned Brisbane ophthalmologist
Dr. Russell has the experience and skills needed to help you achieve great results with ICL surgery, and correcting your refractive errors this way may make day-to-day activities easier.
He will explain everything you need to know to make an educated decision about your care, and will talk you through what to expect at each step of the treatment plan.
How do ICLs work?
ICLs are clear lenses surgically implanted into the eye, between your natural lens and the iris (the coloured part of the eye). They don’t replace the eye’s natural lens — as light passes through the ICL, it is focused properly onto the retina at the back of the eye.
How the procedure works
ICLs are implanted during an outpatient procedure that takes less than 30 minutes. Anaesthetic eye drops numb your eyes to prevent any pain. Through a small incision, the surgeon inserts the ICL and positions it correctly — the incision is designed to heal itself quickly afterwards.
Recovery is brief, and most patients can resume work and normal activities as soon as the day after surgery.
Get the clear, crisp vision you deserve
If you daydream about 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 is happy to educate you about your options and the costs involved. Book a free assessment today — you can book online or call us. Assessments are free, and suitable candidates all meet with Dr Matthew Russell before committing to surgery.
THE LAZY PERSON’S WAY TO LEARN EVERYTHING THEY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VISION CORRECTION
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Dr. Matthew Russell, a laser and cataract surgeon
MBChB, FRANZCO
With over 15 years of experience and over 20,000 procedures performed, 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.
Procedures performed
20,000+
Professional experience
15+ years
Achievements & Awards
11+ awards
Professional affiliations
5+ affiliates
ARE YOU SUITABLE?
Eye surgery isn’t right for everyone. The first step is to book a free assessment* to discover your vision correction options:
*The free assessment is available for new vision correction patients only.