How Long Does the Lifespan of ICL Crystal Implantation Last?

The lifespan of ICL implantation generally refers to the useful life of the ICL lens. After implantation in the eye, the ICL lens can last a lifetime without affecting the user's lifespan. The material of the ICL lens is derived from collagen, which is the same as the composition of human eye tissue, also known as Collamer. Therefore, the compatibility of ICL in the eye is actually very good, and it does not have rejection or instability. Generally speaking, the ICL lens can be maintained for life after implantation in the eye.

However, doctors, out of their rigorous medical attitude, will inform surgical patients that ICL lenses are merely a means of correcting myopia and do not improve the already deformed eyeball of myopic patients. The fundus conditions of many highly myopic patients are already not optimistic before ICL surgery. If patients do not regularly undergo fundus examination and care for their fundus health after receiving ICL surgery, complications that may occur in high myopia may still occur.

In addition, when customizing ICL lenses, they are matched to each individual's different refractive power. However, for many people, especially after middle and old age, they may develop presbyopia, cataracts, and other issues, which the ICL lens does not have the function to correct. This does not mean that the ICL lens has failed, but rather that it is no longer sufficient. Generally speaking, doctors may recommend that patients remove the ICL lens and undergo surgery again.