My ICL Experience at BGN Eye Clinic: A Life-Changing Vision Journey

Meet Avana, a 32-year-old woman originally from Scotland, currently living in Japan. Her story is one of resilience, trust, and finally—clear vision.

From Africa to Asia: A Lifelong Struggle with Vision

Avana grew up in southern Africa, where access to eye care was limited. Since childhood, she had extremely poor eyesight. Unfortunately, she couldn’t receive proper treatment until she was around 14 years old. By then, her vision had already significantly worsened, and the idea of undergoing treatment became intimidating.

Years later, after moving to Japan and finding herself closer to Korea—home to some of the world’s best eye clinics—she decided it was time to do something about her vision.

Discovering BGN Eye Clinic

Avana began researching options online. Through Google searches and reading numerous reviews, she came across BGN Eye Clinic in Seoul. What stood out to her was how smooth, transparent, and professional everything seemed—even before her first appointment.

“I was really surprised at how smooth and quick everything was. The consultants were genuinely interested in how I was doing throughout the day.”

The Eye Examination and Diagnosis

During her consultation at BGN, a detailed examination revealed severe myopia:

• Right Eye: -9.75 diopters

• Left Eye: -5.75 diopters

It became clear that her diopters were too high for standard laser vision correction like LASIK or SMILE. Due to the shape of her cornea and the degree of her nearsightedness, she was recommended ICL surgery—a procedure where a special lens is implanted inside the eye.

Why ICL Was the Best Option

From the very first consultation, the medical staff explained everything clearly. Avana appreciated their honesty and lack of pressure to opt for expensive treatments.

“They didn’t push me to spend more. They just recommended what was truly best for my case.”

Her main goal was simple: better vision, regardless of the method. And ICL was the safest and most effective option.

Surgery Day: Fast, Smooth, and Professional

The day of the surgery was easier than she expected. After using eye drops for about an hour, the surgery itself was quick and painless.

“It was scary, of course. But the staff explained every step, so I always knew what to expect.”

She was especially impressed by how attentive and caring the nurses and doctors were throughout the process.

Recovery Advice: Don’t Come Alone!

After the surgery, she realized it was a bit difficult to get back to the hotel on her own. Her advice for future patients?

“Don’t do what I did. Bring a friend or family member to help you get home after the surgery.”

Once back at her hotel, she relaxed, used her eye drops, and felt her vision slowly improving.

The Next Morning: A New World

The next day, Avana woke up to a major difference—her vision was already much clearer, with minimal discomfort.

“I still had a bit of blurriness, but I was told to expect that. And I could already tell that things were so much better.”

Final Thoughts: A Positive and Life-Changing Experience

Despite her fears about undergoing surgery in a foreign country, Avana says the experience was incredibly positive. The staff made everything easy to understand, and every step felt smooth and reassuring.

“It was scary, but I feel like everything went as well as it possibly could have. The people were really helpful, and I definitely feel like I achieved my goal.”

Thinking About ICL or Vision Correction in Korea?

Avana’s story is just one of many successful experiences at BGN Eye Clinic. If you’ve been struggling with high myopia or have been told that LASIK isn’t right for you, ICL surgery might be your solution.

📩 Contact BGN Eye Clinic today to book a consultation and take the first step toward clear, confident vision.

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