Farewell to Thick Glasses with Phakic ICL – Trang’s Journey to Restore Her Natural Vision

From Thick Glasses to Natural Vision – Trang’s Journey with Phakic ICL

Trang, 28 years old and living in Hanoi, suffered from severe myopia of -6.5 diopters with astigmatism. Since her student days, she had become accustomed to wearing glasses every day. To feel more confident at work and in social settings, she initially switched to contact lenses. However, after several years, wearing them daily caused her eyes to become dry, irritated, and red, especially in the late afternoons.

After getting married and having a child, Trang decided to go back to glasses for convenience. Yet, her thick and heavy lenses left marks on her nose, often slipped down while moving or playing sports, and made her feel uncomfortable and self-conscious in daily activities.

During a routine eye check-up for her child, Trang was advised to visit Anh Sang Eye Hospital for a consultation about modern vision correction options. She felt confident because both her husband and her sister had previously undergone eye surgery there and were satisfied with the hospital’s clean facilities, professional doctors, and fast, organized process — with no long waiting times.

After a thorough examination of her myopia, astigmatism, corneal thickness, and anterior chamber depth, the doctor concluded that Trang’s cornea was too thin for LASIK but was perfectly suited for the Phakic ICL procedure — an FDA-approved solution trusted worldwide for high myopia correction.

Why Did the Doctor Recommend Phakic ICL for Trang?

Phakic ICL is a thin, flexible and biocompatible intraocular lens

According to experts from STAAR Surgical (USA), the developer of the Collamer® ICL lens, Phakic ICL is a biocompatible, ultra-thin lens implanted between the iris and the eye’s natural lens. It allows light to focus accurately on the retina without removing or reshaping corneal tissue, unlike LASIK or PRK.

Phakic ICL is ideal for patients with:

• Myopia from -3.0D to -20.0D
• Astigmatism from 1.0D to 4.0D
• Thin or dry corneas
• Stable refraction for at least one year
• Ages between 21–45

For Trang, this procedure corrected both her myopia and astigmatism while preserving her natural cornea. The Collamer® lens, made from a collagen-based biocompatible material, naturally filters UV rays, prevents dry eyes, and can remain safely in the eye for life.

Gentle Procedure – Clear Vision Almost Immediately After Surgery

Before surgery, Trang was advised to stop wearing contact lenses for two weeks and underwent additional corneal and anterior chamber measurements.

On the day of surgery, anesthetic eye drops were applied, and the entire process took only about 20–30 minutes. The surgeon made a tiny incision at the edge of the cornea, inserted the folded ICL through it, and adjusted the lens precisely between the iris and natural lens. No stitches, no pain, no bleeding — the entire procedure was quick, gentle, and highly precise under a surgical microscope.

Phakic ICL – Vision Correction Without Cutting the Cornea or Causing Dry Eyes

Advantages of Phakic ICL – Ánh Sáng Eye Hospital

Compared to traditional refractive surgeries, Phakic ICL is an ideal choice for people with high myopia or thin corneas — those who are not suitable candidates for LASIK.

The latest Phakic ICL features a 0.36mm KS-AquaPort central hole, eliminating the need for peripheral iridotomy as in older versions. This design helps maintain normal fluid flow in the eye and reduces the risk of increased intraocular pressure.

Approved by the FDA since 2005, Phakic ICL has been performed in over 2 million procedures worldwide, with 99.4% of patients saying they would recommend it to others.

Trang’s Feelings After Surgery

“After years of living with thick glasses, waking up and seeing everything clearly is truly magical. No more slipping frames, no more irritation from contact lenses. My eyes feel light, and my vision is crystal clear both near and far. Choosing Phakic ICL was the best decision I’ve ever made.”

Trang added that she was especially impressed with the environment at Anh Sang Eye Hospital: clean, modern, and well-organized. The staff guided her through every step — from examinations to surgery — quickly and precisely, without any long waiting times, helping her feel completely at ease throughout the process.

Goodbye Thick Glasses – Hello to Natural, Clear Vision with Phakic ICL

Phakic ICL is not only a solution for those with high myopia and thin corneas but also a breakthrough in next-generation refractive surgery.

This technology gives millions of people the chance to live free from glasses and contact lenses, restoring sharp, safe, and lasting vision without the worry of dry eyes or corneal scars.

October – Exclusive Vision Correction Offers at Ánh Sáng Eye Hospital

• Special Phakic ICL discounts available this month
• Treat up to -30 diopters of myopia, +15 of hyperopia, and 10 of astigmatism
• No pain – No downtime – No tissue removal
• Achieve 20/20 vision, clear all day and night
• UV protection and permanent lens longevity