Type
Laser
Duration
20 min
What's included
3 deliverables in this treatment
- Consultation to assess plaque size and confirm treatment plan
- Laser ablation of xanthelasma plaques
- Post-treatment crust care and eyelid aftercare instructions
Xanthelasma removal at MED-LASER Jihlava addresses the yellowish, cholesterol-rich plaques that deposit around the eyelids — a condition affecting roughly half of those who develop it regardless of blood cholesterol levels, and one that causes significant cosmetic concern in periorbital skin. The laser ablates the lipid deposits precisely, layer by layer, in the thin and sensitive skin of the eyelid zone, removing the visible plaque while sparing the underlying tissue. Prim. MUDr. Marie Policarová's experience as a senior physician working in eyelid-adjacent anatomy makes her a clinically appropriate practitioner for this delicate area. The clinic lists xanthelasma removal among its core dermatology services, confirming treatment availability, with pricing confirmed at individual consultation due to the variable size and number of plaques.
About this treatment
Xanthelasmas are flat or slightly raised plaques of lipid-laden macrophages (foam cells) that deposit in the dermis of the periorbital skin — typically the inner corners of the upper eyelids, though lower eyelid and outer canthal involvement also occurs. They appear yellowish because of the cholesterol and neutral fat content of the foam cells within them. While often associated in popular understanding with high blood cholesterol, xanthelasmas occur in…
The cosmetic impact is significant for most patients: the plaques are situated in one of the most visible and age-sensitive areas of the face, they enlarge progressively, and they rarely resolve spontaneously. Surgical excision has historically been the standard approach, but laser ablation has become a preferred alternative in expert hands because it avoids sutures and stitches in the delicate periorbital skin and allows more precise depth control.
Laser ablation of xanthelasma works by vaporising the lipid-loaded tissue layer by layer. The laser energy is absorbed by the water content of the tissue and converts to heat, which gently ablates the plaque material. The clinician works slowly and carefully, controlling depth to remove the visible deposit without damaging the underlying dermis or the eyelid's functional structures.
Good to know
- Location
- Periorbital — upper and lower eyelids
- Method
- Laser ablation — no scalpel, no sutures
- Recovery
- 7–14 days crust resolution
- Performed by
- Prim. MUDr. Policarová
Who is this for?
Yellowish cholesterol-rich plaques around the eyelids causing cosmetic concern; patients with or without elevated blood lipids
Preparation required
Individual consultation required. Remove contact lenses before treatment. Disclose anticoagulant medications. Do not apply makeup to the periorbital area on the day of the appointment.
About the clinic
Reviews, team and credentials
Independent review links and clinic-reported team information.
Clinical team
Prim. MUDr. Marie Policarová holds the title of primář — head physician — the senior medical rank in the Czech hospital system, equivalent to a consultant-level specialist. She has led MED-LASER's clinical practice for over 15 years. Laser therapist Thomas Goll supports clinical delivery across the clinic's range of laser modalities.
Languages: cs
Treatment highlights
- Consultation to assess plaque size and confirm treatment plan
- Laser ablation of xanthelasma plaques
+1 more item in What's included
Price on request — contact the clinic for an individual quote. Xanthelasma size and number determine pricing. Starting guide: similar lesion removal from 2,500 Kč at comparable Czech aesthetic laser centres. A pre-treatment consultation is required.