Precise, minimally invasive removal of cholesterol deposits around the eyelids.
Xanthelasma removal is a minor medical procedure used to safely and precisely remove the yellowish cholesterol deposits that form around the eyelids. Our physicians use surgical excision techniques to achieve clean removal with minimal scarring in this delicate area.
Procedure: 15–20 minutes. Recovery: Sutures removed after 7 days, with healing occurring within 2–4 weeks. Type: Surgical eyelid lesion removal.
A physician examines the cholesterol deposits and discusses the best removal approach for this delicate area.
Local anesthetic is gently injected around the lesion; the brief stinging is followed by full numbness in under a minute.
The xanthelasma is precisely excised. Most procedures take 20–30 minutes. Anxious patients may pre-medicate.
Fine sutures close the incision. Stitches are removed at 5–7 days, with full healing in 2–3 weeks.
We recommend asking your family doctor to check cholesterol levels, as xanthelasma can be associated with elevated lipids.
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Xanthelasma removal is not covered by OHIP — it is considered a cosmetic condition. Patients with private insurance or health/flexible spending accounts can check with their provider to determine if removal is covered.
Before surgical removal we inject a local anesthetic around the lesions, which causes a minor stinging sensation for a few seconds. Once the area is numb the removal itself is virtually painless — you may feel some tugging and pulling but most patients tolerate the procedure without difficulty. The procedure takes about 20 to 30 minutes. For anxious patients we can prescribe a medication to take an hour beforehand to ease anxiety.
Xanthelasma is caused by deposition of lipid/fat under the skin in small pockets around the eyes. It is a painless, benign condition and there can be a genetic predisposition. It is sometimes associated with elevated cholesterol, so it is a good idea to have your family doctor check your cholesterol if you have this condition.
After surgery there will be stitches left in for about 5 to 7 days. There will be some minor bruising, and full healing generally takes about two to three weeks.
Before and after photos from xanthelasma removal treatments at The Mole Clinic. Shared with patient consent; individual results may vary.
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