Removal of yellow spots on the eyelids

Removal of yellow spots on the eyelids

from 75 min

5,000 kr

Yellow fatty deposits on the eyelids are removed.

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About the treatment

At a glance

Duration
1 hr 15 mins
Pain level
Little discomfort
Downtime
About a week of downtime

Benefits

  • Method adapted to the spots
  • Fresher look
  • Short treatment

Expected results

The spots are often removed or less visible once the skin has healed, but they can come back.

Overview & Procedure

What the treatment is and how it's performed

What it is

For people with yellow, flat fatty deposits on or around the eyelids (xanthelasma). The spots are removed with, for example, a laser, a mild current or minor surgery, depending on their size.

Small spots can be removed in one treatment, larger ones often need more. The doctor chooses the method, and the spots can come back.

  1. The doctor looks at the spots and chooses a method.
  2. The area is numbed, and the spots are removed.

Experience & Recovery

Pain level, downtime and healing

Little discomfort. The area is numbed first.

  • Swelling and bruising around the eye
  • Lighter or darker skin
  • Rarely, scarring

  • Keep the area clean, and use sunscreen for several weeks.

About a week of downtime. Redness, swelling and small crusts are common.

Expectations & Safety

Who it's for and safety information

  • People with yellow spots on the eyelids they want removed

  • Yellow spots on the eyelids can be linked to high cholesterol, so the doctor may suggest a blood test.