Honest Review: It’s been two weeks since my ICL surgery. I wanted to wait a while, so I was able to give a completely honest review. The Dr. whom I had my consult with was phenomenal, friendly and so informative, however the Dr. who did my actual surgery had no personality. He didn’t introduce himself nor really explain what was going to happen during my surgery and what to expect. I felt more like another person on an assembly line rather than a patient. The first few days to a week were ROUGH, I felt as though my vision was fluctuating, I had extreme light sensitivity, dry eye, and struggled to see closely. I was really reconsidering the whole thing, but I was patient and rested as much as possible. At my one-week post op I was officially 20/20 in both eyes! I was previously -11.75 & -12.25. So, it’s truly a life-changing experience for me! At two weeks out I still struggle a bit with dryness, but I feel as though the environment plays a huge part in that, and I also struggle a bit to see close. This portal has been great; I was able to connect with a few people and hear their experiences and struggles. If anyone as any questions, please reach out I’m happy to help as best as I can.

I am 4 days post-op of my ICL surgery. I have had glasses since I was two years old, and am now 32. I have dry eye so contacts did not work for me as they did in my teen years. I never thought a permanent vision correction would ever be an option for me because i also have Myopic Degeneration. This requires frequent eye injections and there is no cure for it besides monitoring and getting the injection. My experience with Dr. Brenner was amazing. Everything went so quickly and smoothly. All of the staff with Dr. Brenner was also super nice and helpful. They made the entire transition from the exam room to operating room so smooth and easy i was able to stay relaxed and not be nervous for the surgery. Before surgery i had an astigmatism in both eyes and my prescription was at a -14. As fast as moving out of the operating room back to the exam room my left eye was seeing 20/20 and my right eye was 20/25. (my right eye is the one that needs the injections) I am hopeful at my one week post-op both will be 20/20 after everything is completely healed. For me this has changed my life completely and i couldn't thank Boston Vision enough for being able to correct my vision.

I am 4 days post-op of having ICL vision correction surgery with Dr. Brenner at Boston Vision. My experience right from the beginning was smooth and faster than I had anticipated. I came across Boston Vision after having treatments for dry eye and looking into permanent correction options after finding that I should not wear contacts anymore due to my dry eye symptoms. I have been in glasses and wearing contacts for about 10 years now and knew that this would be life changing. The day of surgery was very nerve wracking but the team made me feel comfortable and after the procedure, my vision was very cloudy and I could not see very clearly. The next day the cloudiness was gone and my vision had improved dramatically but I was seeing double as one of my eyes was still very dilated. Each day after surgery my lingering symptoms of headache, pressure, light sensitivity, and blurry vision have improved tremendously. I still am having a hard time reading off my computer screen clearly but it's getting better each day. All in all, my symptoms were not as bad as I had thought they would be and the procedure was honeslty painless. It was uncomfortable and I felt pressure but no pain. It really is an incredible feeling to wake up and not have to fumble for my glasses anymore or even simple things like being able to see in the shower! I highly recommend considering ICL with Boston Vision.

I wore contact lenses for over 30 years and came to a point that I can't wear them anymore. It caused dry eye condition. So I had to wear glasses. I don't like glasses at all. I have to constantly switch between distance glass and reading glass. I was looking for solutions for my eyes that not dependent on glasses. I am glad I found Boston Vision. Dr. Jason Brenner told me that I can have ICL surgery that can meet my goal. I chose monovision since it can help me for both distance and reading at certain degree. I was nervous before the operation. But the surgery went very smoothly. My eyes were blurry on the day of the surgery. I can see clearly the next morning when I woke up. My eyes felt a little heavy due to surgery incision. The discomfort went away in a couple of days. I also see halos under the lights in the evening. I need reading glass to see computer screen clearly. I hope this will improve over time. But I can see things without glasses, that counts thousands words. Thank you so much!!!

I was exhausted the afternoon after ICL in both eyes, and on day 2 (today) my eyes were tired but I didn’t end up needing to nap at all. My 1-Day follow up went well, I’m seeing 20/15, and I have significantly fewer halos than yesterday. Overall I am ecstatic with happiness over how well I’m able to see. Absolutely incredible results. Dr. Jason Brenner is my hero. Day 6: my eyes are less tired by the day, I haven’t experienced dry eyes in accept when I woke up in the morning the first few days, and the halos associated with bright lights are dimming by the day. My vision is slightly less crisp than it was in the first 2 days, but still way better than expected. I’m absolutely thrilled with the results.

It was a great experience!

My review of the surgery is in my previous post, but as a Functional Nutritionist I wanted to share some aftercare tips on how to nourish post-surgery to help your eyes heal! Lean proteins (chicken, eggs, salmon, tofu, lentils, and Greek yogurt) rejuvenate eye cells, strengthen fragile blood vessels, and rebuild delicate eye tissue. Omega-3s (capsules, salmon, tuna, chia seeds, and walnuts) alleviate post-surgery dry eye symptoms, support retinal lubrication, and manage swelling. Vitamin C-rich foods (oranges, grapefruits, strawberries, kiwi, and red bell peppers) stimulate collagen synthesis, speed up overall wound healing, and reduce surgical inflammation. Leafy greens (spinach, kale, collard greens, and broccoli) provide vitamin A to boost cellular function and lutein which protects the recovering retina. Zinc and vitamin E-rich foods (almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and avocados) transport vitamin A from the liver to the retina while shielding healing tissues from cellular stress. Beta-Carotene rich foods (sweet potatoes, carrots, apricots, and cantaloupe) are essential for the retina, supporting night vision and keeping eyes properly lubricated. To get the most out of your eye-healthy foods, pair them with healthy fats like olive oil, nuts, or avocados to increase nutrient absorption. Be sure to avoid processed sugars, really salty foods, and alcohol because they can add unnecessary pressure and swelling, as well as dehydrate the eyes which can prolong healing. Stay very hydrated, aiming towards half your body weight in ounces of water daily to flush out metabolic waste and keep your eyes lubricated. Happy healing!

I’ve worn glasses my entire life due to my myopia and astigmatism, and I finally decided to get EVO ICL surgery. The procedure was very quick, probably around 6 or 7 minutes per eye. My eyes were numbed, so I only felt a little pressure and saw a bright light, but there was no real pain. After the surgery, I went home and slept for a few hours. When I woke up, I could already see clearly at a distance. I had a bit of inflammation afterward, but I was prescribed eye drops that helped a lot. I still notice some halos when looking at the sun or bright lights at night, but they are manageable. I’m also still having a little difficulty focusing on the computer and my phone, but aside from that, it’s been wonderful to be able to see without glasses. Overall, I’m very happy with my decision and excited to continue adjusting as my eyes heal.

I am 5 days post surgery and feeling great! Most of the reviews I read beforehand are all immediately after surgery (because we are incentivized to post within one week) so I will definitely make sure I circle back with a more medium term assessment. But for now, here are the highlights and some honest moments I experienced: Pros- - Surgery was painless, recovery was painless!!! And I mean literally zero pain, just some swelling, blurriness, sensitivity to light, mental anxiousness. - Healing is going faster than expected. The first afternoon was very foggy but by the next morning I was seeing quite well. - The pre-surgery nurse was kind and comforting. Everything went fast and smoothly. Things to know- - Anxiety drug given before procedure was not very strong for me and wore off quickly. Just be aware you will not be "knocked out" by this, but it will be fine. - One of my eyes cleared up MUCH faster than the other, causing me some brief worry about the slow one. They evened out by the next day! Do not panic. - Only a few days out but I am definitely experiencing some halos, especially in mixed-light settings. Also if the light hits at an angle, I get a brief glimmer around the edges of the ICL. I can update on this later as they say it commonly will finish over time. - One of my lenses was an astigmatism lens, even though I was not previously treated for it before, and definitely feels like there's a lag in focusing that eye. Will update as they adjust. - Try to avoid your phone screen for as long as possible afterward. It really does make you feel what an eye strain it is to be on our phones so much :) - During surgery you do lose vision completely/ go "black" for a few seconds, and this is normal. You'll adjust back quickly and see the lights above come back into focus!

I had EVO ICL with Boston Vision and overall had a very smooth experience. The team was kind and organized, and the surgery day and early post-op visits were clearly explained. I appreciated the detailed instructions and follow-up care. I’m still in the healing period, but overall I’m grateful for the care I received and would recommend Boston Vision to others considering ICL.

I had my ICL procedure about two months ago and I’m really happy with the results. The procedure was painless, with only some mild discomfort. I couldn’t see much right after because my eyes were dilated, but my vision was clear the very next day. I had some halos for the first few weeks, but they’re completely gone now. Overall, I had a great experience and would recommend ICL at Boston Vision to anyone thinking about it.

I had very short sight ~ -7.0 prescription and I was finding glasses and contact lenses uncomfortable and awkward. ICL changed my life. I can now play with my kids at the beach without worry. Highly recommended.

Boston Vision was excellent and I felt supported the entire time. They ran a battery of tests to help determine which vision correction procedure is best for me (ICL) and I was even able to scheudle my surgery within a month (though I may have gotten lucky there). On the day of the surgery, they put in an extensive series of drops to numb and dilate my eyes. My eyes are extremely sensitive from contacts-related chronic inflammation, so I think I was more sensitive to these drops than most people. The actual surgery took about 10 minutes. The surgery was painless, but not exactly pleasant. However, Dr. Brenner and his team did an excellent job of walking me through each step patiently and explaining what they were doing, helping to keep me calm while also moving as fast as possible to minimize discomfort. I had a decent amount of stinging and pain for an hour after the procedure, but that began to disappear quickly after I took tylenol. By evening, my eyes mostly felt fine, and this morning my eyes feel excellent. Only very mild (1/10) discomfort in one eye that I'm sure will be gone by tonight, and my vision is nearly 20/20 and expected to improve even more as my eyes finish healing. All in all, the procedure itself and immediate recovery were a little uncomfortable, but Boston Vision and Dr. Brenner made the procedure quick and painless, and the quick recovery and 20/20 vision were worth it. I'm very glad I made the decision to get ICL thorugh Boston Vision!

I came to Boston Vision for a vision correction consultation. I've been high myopic (near-sighted) most of my life, and I wore glasses or contact lenses daily. I was a selected as a candidate for the Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL) surgery, and I underwent the surgery with Dr. Jason Brenner. My quality of life has improved significantly since having the ICL surgery. I highly recommend the ICL surgery for candidates who do not qualify for other vision correction surgeries. Thank you Dr. Brenner and the Boston Vision team!

Very cool experience for me. First few hours was a bit blurry, but then became more and more clear. I can finally get rid of my glasses and contact lenses, it feels amazing. The night vision was also perfect, and I loved it very much. The vault of my right eye is a bit higher than we expected, but it's not a huge problem. And I've been told that the vault would decrease over time. So hopefully it would lower to the ideal height.

I had ICL done last week and I truly feel like a new person. I first had free consultation last month, during which doctor recommended ICL for my case. The consultation process was quick, smooth and very informative. The procedure itself was fast- I was in and out of Boston vision within two hour on the day of surgery. I experienced no pain post procedure, just some light sensitivity and blurry vision on the day of the procedure. By the next day, I had the best vision. I highly recommend ICL and Boston vision to anyone considering vision correction. It's honestly one of the best decisions I've made, and I only wish I had done it sooner.

To start, I will say that my only regret is not having had this procedure done sooner. From consult through surgery and post-op follow-up, I experienced nothing but professionalism, confidence, and reassurance from the team at Boston Vision. When I went in for my initial consult, I had mentally prepared myself for the LASIK path, but when a review of my astigmatism revealed that I was not a candidate for the procedure, I was disheartened in the moment. My concerns were quickly assuaged when I was advised that I WAS a good candidate for ICL surgery. I was further relieved to learn of the rapid and painless recovery post-surgery (now six days out from my own procedure, I can attest to the truth of this, having achieved 20/20 vision by my one-day post-op appointment and only experiencing minimal discomfort and an oft-cited halo-effect which has improved with each passing day). Through the consultation of the BV team, I also opted for the Monovision treatment to retain near-sightedness enough to prolong the eventual need for reading glasses (a clear plus for an avid reader who also spends too much time on his phone). I cannot recommend this procedure or Boston Vision strongly enough. To be able to wake up the morning after surgery and see without glasses for the first time since 4th grade was a priceless experience. I would be happy to reflect further on my own experience should it be helpful to anyone else.

Great experience all around. I am 2 days out and have 20-20 vision with a little dry eye and tiredness / soreness but otherwise feeling great. I was quite nervous to have the surgery as I am a fainter in medical settings but the team was super supportive and the surgery went pretty seamlessly. I would highly recommend and it’s worth getting over any fears you may have to invest in yourself.

I recently had ICL surgery at Boston Vision, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with my experience. Being able to wake up and see clearly without reaching for my glasses has been life-changing. I was very nervous on the day of my surgery, but Dr. Brenner and the entire team were incredibly kind, patient, and reassuring. They took the time to make me feel comfortable and helped ease all of my anxiety, which meant so much to me. I’m so grateful to the team at Boston Vision and would highly recommend them to anyone considering ICL surgery.

I had my ICL Surgery on 4/15/26, so I am 5 days post-op. From the beginning of my consultation up to the time of my surgery, the staff and Dr. Brenner were always available to answer my questions. On the day of surgery, I had more excitement than nervousness. I wore contacts and glasses since I was in middle school. I also have astigmatism. I received the dilation and numbing drops for preparation. Inside the surgery room they taped down my upper and lower lashes, and clamped my lids open. I had to stare at the bright lights and just felt a lot of pressure then pain. Each eye took about 10mins. I was given a bag with sunglasses since my eyes were very sensitive with light, eye drops for 1 week, and special goggles to sleep in at night. Leaving surgery, I could see, but had some blurriness. When I got home, I really wanted to just sleep and rest. I experienced more blurriness on my right eye and some pain and headache, panicked and called Dr. Brenner who reassured me it's normal and part of healing. I took some Tylenol and after taking my scheduled drops, the severe blurriness went away on the right eye to match my left eye. At my next day appointment, I was able to drive myself and everything looked great and was healing well. Each day I feel my vision is getting better and looking forward to the blurriness going away completely. Overall, the best decision I've made.

A couple days post ICL and loving my brand new vision. From a lifelong struggle with incredibly poor vision, uncomfortable contacts, and migraines for glasses, this procedure has changed my life and even given me one step beyond 20-20 vision (now 20-15!). The staff are supportive and knowledgeable, and the procedure went by in a flash. Recovery thus far has been a breeze with minimal discomfort. Glad I traveled down from Maine to receive the Boston Vision expert level care.

I'm on the 4th day post operation of EVO ICL surgery with Monovision at Boston Vision, and overall it was a really positive experience. From the first consultation through the actual procedure, the staff was professional, organized, and reassuring, which made everything feel much easier than I expected. They took time to explain the process clearly and answer my questions, so I felt prepared going in. The surgery itself was quick and straightforward, it felt like 3 minutes per eye. While it wasn’t completely comfortable, it was very manageable. The recovery was also smoother than I expected, with my vision improving quickly after the first day. Not having to rely on glasses or contacts anymore will be a huge improvement and my goal. The only issue I have is seeing the halos in my vision and hope that goes away over time. Overall I'm very happy with the results and glad I chose Boston Vision for the procedure.

My ICL surgery with Dr. Brenner went very well. The procedure was very quick, it felt like about 10 minutes for both eyes, not including preparation time. My vision felt good after the surgery, although I experienced halos when looking at lights (which I was told is normal after ICL). At my post-op visit the next day, my vision was 20/20, although it was occasionally slightly blurry. I did notice mild pain in my left eye when focusing on close objects, but the doctor explained that this is part of the normal recovery process and that it takes time for the eyes to adjust. Since then, both the mild discomfort and the halos have been improving. Today is the fifth day after surgery, and I feel great. I can use electronic devices normally without any issues. Overall, I am very satisfied with my decision to choose Boston Vision for my ICL surgery.

Post op day 4 of ICL. Vision was good immediately after srugery but slowly got better as dilation wore off. Was able to give a lecture the following morning without issues. Check up day after surgery said everything was good. Initial prescription was -7.75 in both eyes with astigmatism but now seeing 20/20 Do notice halos from bright lights at certain angles but they don't inhibit anything and aren't annoying. Recovery symptoms are a little worse compared to immediately post op and the day after. Eyes are a little bit more discomfort but not painful. Can't rub my eyes but even lightly touching my eye feels like touching a bruise. Also get a sensation that comes and goes that almost feels like when there is a tear in your lashes but nothing is there and it goes away spontaneously. Minor symptoms though and hopeful it will get better as healing progresses. Overall had a great experience with Boston Vision. Super simple and straightforward. Was able to schedule appointment to be evaluated within a few days and then scheduled surgery about 2 weeks after I paid. Surgery itself was a few mins with no pain, only a little discomfort looking into a bright light. Very seamless.

My ICL surgery with Dr. Brenner went very well. It was a remarkably quick procedure - around 10 minutes on the table for both eyes. The recovery was easy. I had very minimal soreness for two days following and some dry eye that was relieved with OTC drops. I saw 20/20 (r) and 20/25 (L) the day after my surgery.

My surgery was done by Mr.Melki. The procedure was very quick to finish. Everything went smoothly and well, except during the surgery I felt a little bit pain and pressure. My degrees were very high before the surgery! Right now I can see the clear world. It feels so nice!

I'm one week out from my ICL surgery and wanted to share how it's gone so far. On surgery day I actually had two procedures done. Along with the ICL implant, Dr. Melki cut LASIK flaps as well. Because my astigmatism is so high at 5.5 diopters, I'll most likely need LASIK afterward to correct the residual astigmatism, so doing both at once made sense. The surgery itself wasn't bad at all. My first eye was completely painless. The second eye was a little uncomfortable but it was over so fast. I felt totally fine when I left. The hard part was the car ride home. I had almost a two hour drive and toward the end one of my eyes started throbbing with pressure. I called the office and Dr. Melki said that some pressure after having two procedures done at the same time isn't unusual. It ended up feeling better as soon as I laid down. I took Tylenol PM that night to make sure I slept good and just kept up with regular Tylenol the next day for some minor discomfort. Vision wise, I didn't notice a big difference right away, but at my one day post op I was already testing at 20/20. My prescription was never really the problem though. It was the 5.5 diopters of astigmatism that was making it hard to see, and that's what the LASIK part of the plan will finish off for correcting. The first week has had some minor discomfort here and there and occasional blurry vision in one eye. The most annoying things have been headaches from my eyes trying to adjust and light sensitivity that made doing homework tough. Not unbearable, just something to deal with. Tomorrow is my one week follow up and I'm looking forward to finding out how things are healing and when I can get the LASIK scheduled to finish everything out. Overall I have no complaints. The team has been great to work with.

Currently am 6 days post surgery and am feeling at 98% today with some halos and tiredness from working on my laptop for the better half of the morning! While the process of the surgery itself is uncomfortable and anxiety provoking, it is relatively quick and I took 2 days off of work following to recover and take care of myself. The team was really excellent and played fun music during the surgery which honestly helped to just set a nice light mood to the surgery itself. I started to be able to see better that night and especially the following morning. It hasn't fully sunk in that I no longer need glasses as I reach for them every morning but I think in the next couple weeks, it's really going to settle in mentally. I am definitely an anxious person so I have made sure to be diligent about the post-op instructions, limiting screen time, and using protective glasses when I'm outside. I'd recommend this surgery to anyone who's overused contacts and is looking to have some more ease surrounding their vision.

(The system forced me to pick a different service for every review, but I just had monovision PRK surgery all the way through.) So, I had my adjustment PRK monovision surgery in January 2026 after experiencing the first PRK surgery for 9 months and not feeling like I ever got to crispness of vision or to the true monovision. It was a good decision. I was of course very nervous to go through the healing process again. They say it takes about a week to go back to work and life, but that is not entirely true. My vision was still healing and unstable for 2 months afterward, and I didn't feel comfortable driving again until almost 3 months! I could be functional, but definitely not normal - looking at screens for work, watching TV, getting behind the wheels was all very shaky. So just prepare to not be able to do everything to 100%. My monovision did kick in this time, so it took longer for my vision to adjust back to normal. The adjustment to monovision made it hard to watch TV, read and drive for the first couple of months - so be warned about that. But now that I'm at the 3-months mark, my vision is SO MUCH BETTER! I can look at my computer screen, watch TV, and drive normally again. This time around, my vision is much clearer than the first round. I would advise to talk to your surgeon if your vision is not how you expect it to be. The other thing that I did this time around that I think helped with the healing process is constantly using the artificial tears. I didn't do that regularly the first time around bc my eyes didn't feel dry. This time, I used the artificial tears every couple of hours regardless of feeling dry or not. The healing process is not a slam dunk, but I would definitely trade 3 months of discomfort for a lifetime of glasses-free vision!

Today is day 4th after my ICL procedure with monovision as I dont want to wear reading glasses later on. I finally picked to go with ICL over PRK as the healing process. And; I am overall satisfied with ICL procedure and all the services from preop to post op here at Boston vision. The procedure went fast, not painful at all. It is a little of weird feeling to me as I have to be awake during the surgery, also I was nervous alot too. However, all went great and quick. About 10 minutes for one eye, then I walked out of the procedure room to test for that eye, then quickly come back to the procedure room for the other eye. Both of my eye are healing well, yes, I still see some halos around bright lights, blurry and eye fatigue some time, which I hope it will improve soon.

I had CLE LASIK surgery in December, and overall, my experience has been very positive. From the start, the doctors and staff were professional, attentive, and reassuring throughout the entire process. The post-surgery plan included follow-up adjustments over four weeks, which gave me confidence that my vision would be carefully monitored and fine-tuned. As it turned out, I felt ready by the third adjustment, and my vision had already improved significantly by then. I did the monovision setup, with one eye optimized for distance and the other for near vision. That required time to adapt, but now, it genuinely feels like I have “20/20” vision, everything is clear and sharp. That said, since this is new for me, I’m still getting used to what “normal” should feel like after the procedure. Overall, I’m very pleased with both the results and the level of care I received, and I would absolutely recommend this experience to others considering the procedure.

Just had my ICL procedure at Boston Vision and the entire process was flawless from start to finish. The team was incredibly professional, efficient, and reassuring throughout, which made a big difference going into something like this. The most interesting part has been the recovery so far. Yesterday afternoon, my vision was noticeably fluctuating, sometimes blurry at a distance, then foggy, then with halos around lights, and at one point I could clearly see both my phone and far away at the same time. It was a strange but fascinating experience, and reassuring to feel things actively improving. Overall, everything went perfectly and I’m very excited to see how my vision continues to stabilize over the next few days.

I had my ICL procedure done at Boston Vision with Dr. Gregoire and had a really positive experience. The staff was friendly and made sure to check in with me at every step—from consults to surgery day to post-op visits. The procedure itself was quick (about 2 hours total inclusive of all the pre-op dilations and checks). Immediately after I could already see better than without glasses (was a -9.5 in contacts) though I was very light sensitive and couldn’t see up close at all (be prepared with some audio books to keep you entertained the rest of the day). By day one post-op, my close-up vision returned and was nearly 20/20, with only slight peripheral blurriness. Overall, I’m very happy with the results and how smooth the whole process felt.

Boston Vision made the entire process incredibly smooth! The prep information was super helpful, as was the consult. The thoroughness with which they assess your best options for a path forward indicates how the team truly cares about each individual patients satisfaction. The procedure itself was quick and painless—discomfort was only experienced for about 3 hours post surgery (similar to having sunscreen irritating your eye but you can’t do anything about it). By hour 4, I was up and moving around and could see even more clearly than before.

I went in nervous at first but calmed down a lot the week leading up to ICL. I never heard of ICL before but it was an extremely fast procedure and I probably spent more time getting measured than on the operating table. It was probably about 10 minutes per eye and I could see almost immediately after the surgery. I was able to read and walk for about 40 minutes on my way home stopping for coffee and pastries. At no point did I experience anything more than dry eye as far as discomfort which the RX drops helped with. I am about a week out now and only have some halos in my vision and occasional sense of overpressure but everything has been great so far. My near vision seems to be pretty much perfect as well despite what I was told!

The team is very experienced and knowledgeable. Any and all of my questions were answered. Procedure took only a few hours total and the post-op instructions were very clear and concise. My vision is now 20/15.

I recently underwent ICL surgery with a monovision approach on March 17, 2026, and wanted to share my experience so far. I’ve had very poor vision for most of my life—difficulty seeing both near and far, along with astigmatism. I’ve worn contact lenses for decades (starting with hard lenses!), but over time my eyes became increasingly dry, and my vision was often not as clear as I needed, especially with long hours on the computer. Night driving also became more challenging as I got older. I was not a candidate for LASIK, but after learning about ICL as an alternative, I went through extensive evaluations and tested the monovision option (one eye for distance, one for near). After careful consideration, I decided to move forward. It has been less than a week since the procedure, so I know I still need time for my eyes—and my brain—to fully adjust before I can assess the long-term outcome. That said, the experience thus far has been excellent. From the very first consultation to follow-up appointments, email communications, the day of surgery, and post-op care, every interaction has been outstanding. Every single person I encountered—from receptionists and technicians to doctors and administrative staff—was professional, kind, and attentive. It’s rare to experience such a consistently high level of care across an entire team. The facilities are clean, bright, and easy to access, with ample parking, which made each visit smooth and stress-free. I can’t say enough good things about Boston Vision and their team. Now, I’m keeping my fingers crossed for continued improvement—and hopefully a future with clearer vision and no halos!

I am on day 4 of recovery from ICL procedure (both eyes) with Dr. Brennan. The overall experience has been positive. The procedure itself was fairly quick and for the rest of the day there is extreme sensitivity to light. By the time I woke up the next day, things were much better and I was 20/20 in both eyes in my next day follow up appointment. The recovery has gone well and pretty much exactly as Dr. Brennan indicated.

Good overall experience. I am 49 years old, and I corrected for distance vision only with the expectation that I would need to use reading glasses. I am used to wearing disposable contacts and using reading glasses. It's only been about a week since the surgery, and my distance vision is good, but my mid distance and close in vision was affected more than I was expecting based on my experience with disposable contact lenses. I am hoping that it will improve in time

Boston Vision was extremely helpful through the entire process of my EVO ICL Phakic journey. I was referred to them by my Optometrist as I had a very high myopic reading with astigmatism, leading to thick glasses which became uncomfortable over the years (I’ve had glasses since I was 4!). Upon engaging with a Boston Vision, I felt very taken care of from my initial consultation, which was very thorough, with multiple tests done to ensure I received the best recommendations possible as next steps. The nurses and doctors were kind, patient, and answered all my questions and concerns at each step. When speaking with Billing & Marketing about cost, pros/cons, etc., they all took the time to help me make the right decision. I had my procedure with Dr. Brenner & Dr. Sabbah who were both very comforting and did an excellent job with the procedure, from pre-surgery review and testing, questions, to the procedure itself and post-op instructions, they & their nurse team helped me feel comfortable and confident that I would get the corrected and sharpened vision I desired. I’m nearly a week post-op now and am seeing sharp, with no major side effects. There are adjustments your eye will go through that are natural, but overall I’m very excited about my new eyes! I cannot say enough good things about BV and would highly recommend them for any vision-related care.

ICL has been the **best investment I’ve ever made**, and I’m truly thrilled with the results. I’ve worn glasses since the 2nd grade and I’m now in my early 30s, so this change is HUGE for me. I’m very active, and my glasses never stayed on my face. Daily contacts would dry my eyes out tremendously after just a few hours. It was time for a change! **Day of the procedure:** When I arrived, I received several dilation drops and some medication to help me relax. I was actually so comfortable that I fell asleep in the waiting area—dim lights, cozy sweater, the whole vibe was very calming. After about an hour, they brought me to another room with a much more cushioned chair before finally taking me into the procedure room. I didn’t feel a thing! At first, I was nervous and waiting to feel some pain, but before I knew it, Dr. Brenner said, “All done with the right eye.” I was shocked and relieved—it was that quick. I relaxed even more when he went over to my left eye. When I got up, I could already see! It was a little blurry at first, but I could immediately tell the difference. Yes, there’s some light sensitivity and the halos are real at first, but there was **no pain at all**. **24 hours after surgery:** my vision is already sharp and clear. What an incredible difference. Thank you Boston Vision Brookline!

I'm currently 2-3 months post-op for ICL with Dr. Melki. He was great and responsive to texts when I needed reassurance! I actually split my eye op into my right eye in December and my left eye in January but had a complication due to eye pressure in my right eye from a steroid paste that was injected into the eye. It eventually resulted in very high eye pressure that manifested as visual issues such as TV static, extreme blurriness, and hazing which I initially chalked up to "eye adaption" issues given follow-ups at the office had not revealed anything. When eventually it was confirmed to be elevated to dangerous levels the team acted quickly and the paste was cut out and I was put on Lumigan. The issues immediately resolved and my eye healed from the emergency op with little issue. I was previously -9 with astigmatism wearing both contacts/glasses which was increasingly getting in the way of being active (snowboarding, bouldering, motorcycling). I'm now 20/15 in both eyes though still experience halos that have worsened my night vision and impacted nighttime driving which I'm told should continue to improve over time.

I had ICL surgery with Dr. Melki, and he was absolutely wonderful. I'm currently post-op day 3 and doing very well. I can already see close to 20/20, even while experiencing the expected early symptoms like halos and mild light sensitivity. My prescription was -13.00, so I relied solely on contact lenses to function since middle school (glasses always severely distorted my vision and caused headaches). Unfortunately, I had overused contact lenses for so many years that my eyes could no longer tolerate them. One of my specialists recommended ICL, and I am so grateful they did. I felt very well taken care of at Boston Vision.

I'm currently on day 6 post-ICL surgery with Dr. Brenner and the entire process has been very positive so far. The initial consultation was informative and I found the entire booking process to be efficient. I felt well taken care of on the day of my surgery. Since then, my recovery seems to be going well despite encountering some symptoms to be expected during the healing phase e.g. halos, double vision. I would definitely recommend this practice to other patients and I look forward to updating this review in due course once my eyes have fully healed.

I had ICL with Dr. Brenner 3 days ago. I'm in my mid-30s. After the initial assessment with the optometrist, I opt to discuss my case with Dr. Brenner prior to committing to ICL. Dr. Brenner is very knowledgeable about the different options and provided additional insight to my options, which included PRK. Although their website typically recommends monovision for patients over 40, Dr. Brenner also recommended monovision to me, which I opt in for. Scheduling the procedure is very straightforward. I got the time of my procedure 4 days before the scheduled date. I showed up right on time. We started with some basic measurement and imaging and a handful of eye drops. 50 minutes later I was in the operation room. I had both eyes done in about 20ish minutes. The procedure was painless. The biggest discomfort was to look into the bright light on the operating table during the surgery. I was quickly released after some quick imaging and measurement. My vision was very blurry right after, so you definitely need someone to bring you home. I could SEE the progress every couple hours. I didn't feel any pain after the numbing drops wear out. My vision significantly improved the next day and was able to drive to my day 1 follow-up. I can watch TV with little discomfort. I can look at computer screen and my phone much more comfortably on day 2. I currently still see halo around light sources which doesn't bother me too much. I was told that my vision will continue to improve for the next several weeks. It's great to not have to wear glasses or contacts again!

It’s my 3rd day after ICL. My vision is so clear and bright. I do see a little shining at night but day time all is great. The experience with Dr.Brenner and nurses on Boston Vision at Brookline was pleasant. The whole procedure went so smooth. I didn’t feel a thing. They go through explanation of what to expect before during and after the procedure. I am so grateful and happy with my decision to get ICL.

Its been 4 days since my surgery. My vision is close to perfect, and only a little blurry when it comes to reading things like subtitles. However, it is still early days so hoping it will adjust soon. The procedure itself is a bit uncomfortable but very short and totally worth it. With my dry eyes and high astigmatism, this was the best option for me. I have been experiencing some halos with lights but it isn't anything too bad. It is so cool to be able to see!!

I had ICL yesterday Feb 4th-wednesday at 2pm (less than 24 hours ago). My vision is near perfect. Just now have noted a few spots or floaters. Tiny. Only when using phone. They've said things like that are normal for a few days anyway. Yesterday I came home and was still so dilated (I needed extra doses) so I wanted to be in the dark and had some halos then. But you could kinda tell right away thay it worked if that makes sense. The vision i have right now is so similar to wearing contacts or my glasses of the past 30+ years, since I was a small child that im literally confused and my brain cant keep up. I keep reaching to pull off glasses or thinking I need to rinse my contacts bc my eyes are a tiny bit dry. I think after I heal and stop wearing the goggles at night I will really understand what has happened. Its amazing technology and im immensely thankful I did it. No pain at all. Tiny pressure sensation and mahbe mild headache yesterday. Today eyes feel a little dry. As for the procedure: its anxiety provoking. Your eye has to be open. WIDE. So its gonna be taped open, etc. Its over fast. No real pain. Unpleasant at worse, and barely. Breathe through it. Its worth it and you'll be fine too. UPDATE February 13th. Had my 2nd post op visit yesterday. Healing well. Quick visit. Easy process. Some halos in bright winter sun driving. Totally manageable. Really was 99% normal the next day. I havent noticed night halos much. Mild dry eyes

I had a good experience with ICL. I had some light sensitivity the first few days but other than that it went well. The surgery was short and no pain, just get ready to stare into the light.

I will update my experience as it progresses. Pre-Surgery: I reviewed some accounts on howdiditgo, did some reading, and watched some videos of ICL procedures so that I had an idea of what to expect. I would recommend this as I was less surprised by what I experienced. I also recommend reading about the monovision option and deciding on the importance of reading screens and your phone without reading glasses versus possibly worse night vision and depth perception in some scenarios. Day 0 - day of surgery: I was given some drops to dilate my eyes as well as numbing drops. Then one of the doctors made marks on my left eye to guide lens alignment, as that eye has an astigmatism that requires proper alignment of the lens. I was then given the option of something to relax me (an under the tongue drug called MKO: Midazolam, Ketamine HCl, and Ondansetron). I took it but I did not really notice any effect from it, though I was fairly relaxed to begin with. I was quite tired and sleepy after the surgery, so perhaps that was an effect of the medication. During the surgery I mostly experienced interesting darkness and light in my eyes with some pressure. My second eye felt a small amount of pain but nothing too troubling and it was all completed quite quickly. I could not see well after the surgery as my eyes were very dilated, but I could tell my vision was much improved and I could at least navigate while walking. Once I got home I rested and slept on and off for a few hours. Day 1 - day after surgery: One eye was still a little dilated in the morning but I already noticed much improved vision, and it was nice to be able to read the clock in the morning. By late afternoon I felt I was seeing well enough to be able to drive. I definitely still had some minor eye pain, dryness, and discomfort similar to having some sand in my eyes. Week 1: My left eye is seeing close to 20/20 but my right eye is not seeing as well. Still waiting for swelling to settle and more healing. Week 2-3: Have been noticing the bright light rings when lights or the sun refract off of the holes in the middle of the lenses. It is mostly on the outer part of my vision and more interesting than a big problem. Perhaps my brain will learn to ignore it later as some folks say it went away for them. My biggest issue is that (possibly due to my large pupils) I am seeing reflections/ghost images in “low light” conditions (which are reflections from the edges of the lenses). Unfortunately, this is not just at night, but in rooms with slightly low light. The effect is worse the darker it is, and it makes night driving difficult as I get many repeated reflections from oncoming lights. This is primarily in my left eye, but I am noticing it in my right eye now. My right eye is also still not seeing well and I was told that the cornea shape has changed after getting the incisions and we should wait until the 6 week mark to see if that settles down or we can look at options then. Monovision: I chose to not have monovision as I never liked it with my contact lenses. I will say that the reading impact is on anything up to one half to an arms reach, so looking at my phone or reading books and sometimes the computer screen. This means I do need reading glasses handy a fair amount. It is hard to know if I would prefer monovision or whether it would have impacted my depth perception and night vision the way it did before. I might suggest trying it out with contact lenses ahead of time to help make the decision especially if you are 40-50+.