Xanthelasma is the medical term for white spots and/or yellow lumps that form around the eyes. As they are caused by fatty deposits, they typically occur when an individual is experiencing high cholesterol, heart disease or liver problems. While xanthelasma is harmless, it can become a cosmetic nuisance, which leads to many choosing to have them removed.
Our surgical xanthelasma treatment in Milton Keynes allows these spots and lumps to be permanently removed, helping to restore confidence. The procedure is performed by our highly experienced surgeon who specialises in eye-related treatments.
The Xanthelasma Surgery Process
Excision of xanthelasma is one of the most effective methods of swift removal. The process of our xanthelasma surgery in Milton Keynes involves the following steps:
The Consultation
Every procedure at LasaDerm begins with a consultation to discuss your circumstances and medical history. The xanthelasma will be assessed to ensure that surgical removal is the best-suited route.
The Surgery
The treatment area is first numbed using local anaesthesia injections; then, the xanthelasma is carefully excised. The wound is closed using just a couple of small stitches to reduce scarring.
The Follow-Up
A week after your xanthelasma treatment in Milton Keynes, you will be asked to return to our clinic to assess your results and remove your stitches. Further aftercare advice will also be given.
Xanthelasma is most commonly caused by high cholesterol and typically occurs amongst those in their 40s to 50s. However, in some cases, xanthelasma can run in the family and occur at a younger age.
It typically takes around two weeks for our clients to heal from their xanthelasma removal in Milton Keynes. In most cases, you can return to your usual routine the day after your procedure, providing that you take extra care of the treatment area. However, we will always give more in-depth aftercare advice based on your unique circumstances, such as what to do if you have a manual job.
As the xanthelasma is surgically removed, the spots and lumps present at the time will be permanently removed. However, this doesn’t mean that it is impossible for the xanthelasma to return. Should the xanthelasma come back in the future, getting it removed as early as possible will minimise the likelihood of extra scarring.
Once your xanthelasma has been removed, you would benefit from speaking to your GP about future preventative measures. They may recommend taking tablets to lower your cholesterol or changing your diet, for example.
Could Not Recommend LasaDerm More
"I could not recommend LasaDerm more to anyone thinking about having their xanthelasma removed. They make you feel so at ease and explain everything in such detail. The recovery was quick, and my scarring is minimal. Overall, I’m really happy with my experience and, most importantly, my results."
Belinda Nielsen7th January 2022
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