EuroEyes Education Panel
Stay informed with expert-led articles on laser eye surgery, ICL implants, cataract solutions,
and personalised vision care from the specialists at EuroEyes UK.
Surgical Eye Implantable Lenses Explained
Surgical eye implantable lenses are advanced lenses placed inside the eye to correct vision, either by replacing the natural lens or working alongside it to improve clarity. Patients often reach this stage with a mix of terms in their head, surgical lenses, artificial lenses, implantable lenses, even “permanent contact lenses”.
Is Refractive Lens Exchange the Same as Cataract Surgery?
Refractive lens exchange and cataract surgery use the same procedure, removing the natural lens and replacing it with an artificial one, but they are performed for different reasons. Cataract surgery treats a cloudy lens, while refractive lens exchange is done earlier to improve vision before cataracts develop.
How Long Do Implantable Contact Lenses Last?
Implantable contact lenses, often referred to as ICLs, are designed to last a lifetime. In most cases, the lens remains stable in the eye for decades without needing replacement. That said, natural age-related changes, such as cataracts, may still require treatment later in life.
Can Implantable Contact Lenses Fix Astigmatism?
Yes, implantable contact lenses can fix astigmatism. In particular, toric ICL lenses are designed to correct both astigmatism and short- or long-sightedness at the same time, helping patients achieve clear, stable vision without relying on glasses or contact lenses.
Are Trifocal and Multifocal Lenses the Same?
I get asked this question more often than you’d think.
Usually halfway through a consultation, just as everything starts to sound a bit too technical.
“Wait… are trifocal and multifocal lenses the same thing?”
Light Sensitivity in the Eyes
Light sensitivity, or photophobia, is one of those symptoms people often dismiss until it starts affecting daily life. It can begin subtly. You find yourself squinting more than usual on a bright day, turning screens down lower than others, or avoiding night driving because headlights feel harsher than they used to. Over time, it becomes less of an inconvenience and more of a constant adjustment.
Latest Press
EuroEyes Expands into the Netherlands with Strategic Integration of FYEO
EuroEyes continues its international expansion with the integration of FYEO into its global network, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of modern refractive eye care across Europe.
EuroEyes Welcomes FYEO into Its Global Network of Refractive Surgery Excellence
EuroEyes has entered into a strategic partnership with FYEO, marking an important step in the continued expansion of one of the world’s leading providers of advanced vision correction. With more than 30 years of experience in laser eye surgery and lens-based treatments, EuroEyes has built an international reputation for delivering precise, technology-led solutions.
Milestone in Tanzania: EuroEyes Supports the Opening of a New Eye Clinic
Through the vision of Dr Jannik Boberg-Ans and Dr Gøril Boberg-Ans, in partnership with EuroEyes, a modern eye clinic has been established in Tanzania, offering renewed hope for improved access to specialist eye care.
When Eye Surgeons Choose Their Own Clinic
My name is Dr. Jørn Jørgensen. I serve as CEO, Medical Director and practising ophthalmic surgeon at EuroEyes. Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of performing thousands of vision correction procedures. Yet there is one measure of trust that stands above all others.
It is when members of our own team; including experienced eye surgeons, choose to undergo treatment within our own clinics.
