What is MPL?

Discover MPL™

MPL™ is a state-of-the-art, premium implantable contact lens (ICL) engineered to provide long-lasting vision correction by being carefully implanted into the eye. Unlike traditional corrective methods, MPL™ seamlessly integrates with the eye’s natural structures, offering a more permanent solution for vision correction. By working in harmony with your eye, this advanced lens enhances visual acuity and offers a stable, high-quality vision, reducing the dependency on glasses or contact lenses.

Unlike other ICLs, MPL™ is designed from exceptionally soft and biocompatible silicone, allowing it to float in the eye’s sulcus, stabilizing its position without touching the surrounding anatomy

How would you define a Floating Mechanism?

The MPL™ has unique design that allows the lens to remain neutrally buoyant and stable within the eye's aqueous humor. This design is similar to the way a jellyfish maintains its position in the water.
This mechanism ensures that the lens floats within the eye’s posterior chamber without sinking or floating uncontrollably.
This floating ability helps maintain the lens's position without touching the surrounding eye structures like the iris or the natural lens.

What material is MPL™ made of?

The Medennium phakic lens (MPL) is made of hydrophobic silicone, a material known for its long-term biocompatibility;

The silicone used in MPL is designed to be compatible with the body's natural environment, minimizing the risk of adverse reactions or complications over extended periods.
The hydrophobic nature of this silicone makes it resistant to water absorption, further enhancing its durability and stability within the eye.
Additionally, the silicone used in the MPL is sourced from non-animal ingredients, making it a safer and more ethical choice for patients. This careful selection of materials ensures that the MPL not only performs effectively but also aligns with stringent safety and ethical standards in medical device manufacturing.

Who should consider MPL™?

Are between 18 years and 45 years old
Are nearsighted with mild to severe myopia (-3D to -28D)
Have astigmatism ≤ 1.5D
Have not had a change in prescription of more than 0.5D in a year
Have lower Anterior Chamber Depth (ACD ≥ 2.5 mm)

MPL™ Procedures

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Pre-operative Assessment

The doctor will perform a series of eye screening tests to measure your eye's unique characteristics before qualifying you for MPL surgery.

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Preparation

The doctor will put eye drops to dilate and anesthetize your eyes before your surgery

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Corneal Incision

A small opening will be made on your cornea to insert the lens.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Insertion

The surgeon will fold and slowly insert the lens through the small opening.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

Operation Day-Lens Placement

The surgeon will adjust the placement of the MPL lens to position it under the iris.

The procedure is quick, taking only 20-30 minutes to implant the lens in each eye.

The doctor will check your eye before releasing you to go home.

You will need to return the next day for your Day 1 post-op check up, and the next follow-up will be in 30 days.

Post-surgery Outcomes

30 minutes after surgery

The clear, round structure visible in the eye is the MPL, positioned behind the cornea and in front of the natural lens. This photo was taken during a slit-lamp examination to ensure the proper placement.

30 minutes after surgery

Post Surgery - Day 1

This image shows the eye one day after undergoing MPL implantation. The eye appears clear and its natural color is visible, indicating no immediate complications. The minimal redness and clear cornea suggest a good initial healing response.

Post Surgery - Day 1

Post Surgery - Day 30

This image showcases the eye of a patient 30 days after undergoing MPL implantation. Notice the clear and stable appearance of the eye, with no visible signs of irritation or inflammation. The cornea has fully healed, and the incision made during surgery is virtually undetectable.

Post Surgery - Day 30

30 minutes after surgery

Post Surgery - Day 1

Post Surgery - Day 30

30 minutes after surgery

Post Surgery - Day 1

Post Surgery - Day 30

What Are The Risks?

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved from different factors. However, with MPL, the risk is much lower compared to other ICLs. The potential adverse reactions and complications associated with the surgical procedure include:

Damage to the MPL during implantation, traumatic cataract, corneal endothelial damage, infection, hypopion, pupillary block, secondary glaucoma, iris prolapse, under or over corrections, MPL decentration and/or subluxation, dislocation of the MPL lens into the vitreous cavity, glare and/or halos, crystalline lens opacification, incisional leaking, induced astigmatism, hyphema, hypotany, uveitis, transient elevated intraocular pressure requiring or not requiring treatment, glaucoma, ciliary spasms, atonic/mydriatic pupil, angle closure, and cystoid macular edema.

Product and Safety Information

The Medennium Phakic Refractive Lenses (MPL) are designed for intraocular implantation to correct refractive errors in patients aged 18 and older. They are made from silicone elastomer, with flexible haptics for easy insertion, and are self-centering within the eye’s posterior chamber. The MPL is indicated for myopia, hyperopia, and refraction correction, but there are several contraindications, including ocular trauma, weak zonula, chronic systemic diseases, and shallow anterior chamber depth. Precautions must be taken during handling and storage, and the lens should not be resterilized or exposed to high temperatures. Potential complications include infection, glaucoma, and corneal damage, and the long-term effects are not fully established, requiring regular monitoring. Adverse reactions such as lens decentration and inflammation are possible. Each lens is supplied sterile with an expiration date and should be used accordingly. Manufactured by Medennium Inc., the MPL comes with a patient registration card for future reference, and adverse events must be reported to the company.