Remarkable improvement in uncorrected vision at your first morning check-up.
Refractive Freedom from Glasses
ICL Surgery in Hyderabad
Safe, reversible implantable lens correction for high spectacle powers and thin corneas—delivering sharp, high-definition vision without removing corneal tissue.
Overview /
Understanding icl surgery
Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) surgery—also paired with Refractive Lens Enhancement (RLE) for eligible patients—is an advanced procedure for people who want freedom from thick glasses or contact lenses, especially when their eye power is too high or their cornea is too thin for conventional laser LASIK.
Instead of reshaping or burning corneal tissue with a laser, a ultra-thin, biocompatible foldable lens is gently placed inside the eye behind the iris. It works in harmony with your natural eye to deliver crisp, high-definition vision.
AT OUR SUN CITY CENTRE
Unhurried, doctor-led evaluation
Every examination is performed personally by Dr. Kulsum Zaidi. You receive a clear explanation of your eye findings, treatment choices, and expected recovery before making any decision.
Symptoms & diagnosis /
When to see the doctor & what we check
Early assessment gives you the widest, safest choice of treatments.
01 / Symptoms
Signs to watch for
- High minus (myopia) or plus power where thick spectacles distort vision
- Rejected for LASIK due to thin corneas or dry eyes
- Contact lens intolerance, redness, or dryness from daily lens wear
- Desire for spectacle-free vision for career, sports, marriage, or daily comfort
02 / Suitability
Who should be examined
- Young adults (typically 21 to 40+ years) with stable spectacle power for at least 1 year
- Patients with moderate to very high myopia (up to -18D to -20D) or astigmatism
- Patients seeking a reversible procedure that preserves natural corneal strength
03 / Diagnostics at our centre
Tests we perform
Anterior Chamber Depth (ACD) & White-to-White Scan
Ensures there is optimal internal space for the custom-sized ICL lens.
Corneal Topography & Endothelial Cell Check
Evaluates corneal health, curvature, and astigmatism.
Dilated Peripheral Retinal Screening
Checks the retina thoroughly (crucial in high-minus eyes) before refractive surgery.
Step by step /
What happens on the day
Every step is explained before it happens so you and your family feel calm and prepared.
01
Custom Lens Sizing & Ordering
Based on your exact biometric measurements, a custom-power lens is selected for your eye.
02
15-Minute Painless Micro-Implantation
Under numbing drops in our ductless modular AHU OT, the foldable lens is slipped through a tiny opening.
03
Same-Day Discharge & Next-Day Clarity
Walk home shortly after the procedure and enjoy clear vision starting the very next morning.
Options & planning your budget /
Treatment options & cost transparency
ICL cost depends on whether a non-toric (spherical) or custom Toric ICL is required based on your prescription. Complete package details are shared after your refractive suitability test.
What determines your cost?
- Spherical ICL vs. Custom Toric ICL (for astigmatism)
- Pre-operative retinal laser prophylaxis if weak retinal spots are found during check-up
- One eye vs. bilateral correction
Payments & insurance
We accept UPI and Cash payments (no card payments). We also support health insurance and TPA claims—message us on WhatsApp with your policy card or prescription to receive a clear package estimate before your visit.
After your visit /
Recovery, benefits & honest safety notes
Return to office work, screen use, and normal daily life.
Complete healing; avoid swimming or rubbing eyes during the first fortnight.
Key benefits at our centre
- Does not thin or weaken the cornea—ideal for high powers and thin corneas
- Does not induce chronic dry eye syndrome like corneal laser procedures can
- Additive and reversible—the lens can be removed or replaced if ever needed in the future
- Built-in UV protection inside the biocompatible collamer material
What to know about risks & aftercare
ICL is a well-established procedure worldwide. Pre-operative sizing and intraocular pressure checks are critical to prevent lens vault or pressure changes, which is why every patient undergoes a complete biometric workup first.
For any post-procedure redness, pain, or sudden vision change, our 24/7 emergency line (+91 70755 57008) is always reachable.
Who leads it /
Dr. Kulsum Zaidi
M.B.B.S., D.O.M.S. (Ophthalmology) · Fellowships in Medical Retina & Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
With over 20 years of ophthalmic experience, 2,000+ surgeries, and 500+ newborn ROP screenings, Dr. Kulsum personally evaluates every patient and explains all options in plain language.
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FAQ
Common questions
Something else on your mind? Call our reception desk on +91 70755 57008 and we'll talk it through.
LASIK uses a laser to permanently remove corneal tissue, which limits how much power it can safely correct. ICL places a microscopic foldable lens inside the eye without removing any corneal tissue, making it safer for high powers and thin corneas.
No. The procedure is performed using numbing eye drops. You only feel mild pressure for a few minutes and no sharp pain.
Not at all. The lens sits behind your coloured iris, so neither you nor anyone looking at you can see or feel it.
Yes. Because no corneal tissue is removed, an ICL can be removed or exchanged by an eye surgeon in the future if your eye needs ever change.
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