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We provide a discreet, safe and accurate eye cyst removal treatment at Harley Street Skin Clinic London. Our highly-skilled team offers conservative care that’s minimally invasive, to relieve discomfort, enhance appearance, and reduce the likelihood of future growth.
Our doctors have expertise in evaluating and removing eye cysts, care designed to allow for little scarring and a quick recovery. With a surgical approach, we preserve all the
It’s an easy, low-risk option for anyone who’s in pain, has swelling, or can visibly see lumps on their eyelid. It is fast-acting, has minimal scarring and color changes and gets you back to normal eye comfort with short down time.
How does Eye Cyst Removal work?
Eye cyst removal or eyelid cyst removal is a simple procedure undertaken to remove a blocked or inflamed gland such as a chalazion or meibomian cyst from the eyelid. These can result from oil glands that become clogged and inflamed, forming a hard lump under the skin that is typically painless to the touch.
It can be carried out under local anaesthetic. An incision is created on the inner eyelid, through which the cyst contents are drained and the capsule if necessary, is taken out. Stitches are generally not required and the scar is concealed in the lid.
This is performed as an outpatient and takes 20–30 min. The vast majority of patients can go home the same day.
The Benefits of Eye Cyst Removal:
Chalazion are firm non-tender nodules and frequently follow internal inflammation of the meibomian glands. If not treated they will grow or can become sore. They are removed by a minor surgery through a tiny incision on the inside of the eyelid in order to evacuate its contents.
Classification: Non-invasive.
Downtime: 1 – 3 days.
Best for: Stubborn eyelid bumps that have not improved with warm compresses.
These cysts are filled with sebaceous material and can as well gradually enlarge. They should be removed surgically if they increase in size, become symptomatic, or for cosmetic purposes.
Classification: Invasive.
Downtime: 3 – 5 days.
Best for: Cysts that are visible or growing on the eyelid surface or near it.
These are growths that can be benign and endeavour to become mobile or rubbery below the skin. Excision of both the cyst and its wall is performed to prevent recurrence.
Classification: Minimally invasive.
Downtime: 2 – 4 days.
Best for: Painless, well-established lumps beneath or adjacent to the eyelid.
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At your first visit, you will be examined by our physicians to determine if removal is necessary and find the best treatment plan to safely and effectively cure the cyst.
Refrain from applying make-up and from using contact lenses on the treatment day. If you been told stop any blood thinning medications then stop a few days in advance.
Quick local anaesthetic procedure done in clinic. The cyst is entered through the inner lid and drained with subsequent removal. You should be able to go home soon after.
Mild swelling or bruising is normal. You will be told not to rub the eye or wear contact lenses for a few days. The healing is usually complete within a week.
At your first visit, you will be examined by our physicians to determine if removal is necessary and find the best treatment plan to safely and effectively cure the cyst.
Refrain from applying make-up and from using contact lenses on the treatment day. If you been told stop any blood thinning medications then stop a few days in advance.
Quick local anaesthetic procedure done in clinic. The cyst is entered through the inner lid and drained with subsequent removal. You should be able to go home soon after.
Mild swelling or bruising is normal. You will be told not to rub the eye or wear contact lenses for a few days. The healing is usually complete within a week.
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9th May 2025
Ashleigh Fitzgerald
I had a fantastic experience with Dr Omar and Dr Badat at Harley Street Skin Clinic. Very professional, friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this clinic.
24th March 2025
Emily Dixon Slater
A great experience with the clinic. I booked a same day appointment and the very helpful reception staff went out of their way to accommodate me. Dr Omar was very kind and knowledgeable, taking the time to explain the treatment and providing lots of additional information and advice. Thank you!
18th March 2025
K S
I would highly recommend Dr Khan and his Team at Harley Street Clinic. They actively listen to your concerns and provide a personalised plan that is effective.
12th March 2025
Melanie Saunderson
Today I had my visia done today with Lesley. As usual I was given plenty of time to look at the before and after pictures to see the progress with my skin.
11th March 2025
Eye cyst removal is a minor procedure during which the cyst (usually a chalazion) is removed or drained through a small cut. The incision is usually placed on the underside of the eyelid to minimize visible scarring. The cystic contents are aspirated and in some cases, the cyst wall is excised to prevent recurrence.
The operation is performed under local anesthesia. You’ll be conscious, but the eyelid will be totally numb. The majority of patients experience only a gentle pressure with no pain throughout the process. There is typically only mild discomfort afterwards, which goes away in a day or two.
It usually lasts 15 to 30 minutes. It is done in a treatment room, not an operating theater, and you can go home not long after.
There isn’t an age limit per se, though eye cyst removal is most frequently done in adults and older teenagers. Kids may be treated too, especially if the cyst is big, keeps coming back or is causing vision problems but under general anesthesia when it comes to the little ones.
Not on the same day. The delicate eye region should be allowed to heal. You should not think about any other eyelid or facial treatments like blepharoplasty, laser treatments or injectables until the area has healed completely and your doctor has given you the all clear.
You’ll probably want to avoid both for at least 5 to 7 days, or until your doctor gives you the all-clear. This lowers the chance of infection and allows the eyelid to heal correctly.
If a second cyst forms, your doctor may suggest waiting at least 4 weeks and then considering another removal. If you have unrelated treatment plans for the area around your eyes, dry-eye disease and other tear-related dysfunction is one of the few conditions that might be worsened by these injections, most do not need to wait any longer than 1–2 weeks after healing.
Apply warm compresses at the first sign of inflammation, engage in daily eyelid hygiene, refrain from rubbing your eyes, and throw away old or expired eye makeup. Your doctor may also suggest lid cleaning solutions or oral antibiotics for people who get chalazion often.
An eye cyst should be removed as a separate procedure. It’s not something that is recommended with other treatments, because you want to heal absolutely completely without adding any additional irritant to that eyelid.
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Brilliant. Have been coming here for years!
20th June 2025
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Dr Omar treated me and was super. Thank you!
9th June 2025
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Wonderful first experience here- thanks so much Dr Stark!
16th May 2025
John
Very calming and professional
12th May 2025
Rhea Sahans
Excellent service by Dr Stark
14th May 2025
Anna Zhang
Very good
12th May 2025
Sinead McCann
Great experience with Dr Omar. Highly recommend
9th May 2025
Joshua Hagley
Fantastic service. Dr Omar was very kind and helpful.
9th May 2025
David Perkins
Saw Dr Omar who was great, friendly and professional.
24th March 2025
Gillian And Bill McLeod
Wonderful consultation with Lesley!
11th March 2025
The price of eye cyst removal London generally falls between £250 and £750 and will dependere upon such considerations as the kind of cyst, the complexity of removal, if histology (lab testing) is asked for along with the practitioner’s experience.
Some clinics in Harley Street, Chelsea or Mayfair charge more as a result of service, aftercare and consultant fees. This excludes areas like Islington or Shoreditch, where pricing can again be broadly similar but might start at the lower end, particularly for a straightforward chalazion removal without requiring any additional intervention.
If you have many cysts, need general anaesthetic, or want treatments combined, the price may be higher. If you want to get an accurate, individual quote, the best way to go about this is to arrange a consultation so that your cyst can be examined in person, and you can be given a recommendation as to your treatment plan.
Eye Cyst removal is a safe and effective solution that eliminates both the physical and cosmetic problem. Whether your cyst is creating pressure, interfering with vision, having it removed can bring speedy relief and restore comfort to your day-to-day life.
Most cysts, particularly chalazions, go away on their own, but some do not. When a bump lingers for weeks, grows bigger, or starts to interfere with blinking or sight, removing it is usually the safest next move.
For some people, one area can have recurrent cysts caused by blocked glands. The cyst and its lining can be surgically removed to decrease the chance of recurrence as well as enable the tissue to heal.
Even if a cyst is painless, it can cause unevenness or swelling that’s hard to ignore especially in photographs or face-to-face interactions. Removal restores a smooth lid contour and improves appearance without scarring.
This is a good decision for people who are looking to solve a problem, not change their appearance. It’s a low risk, low downtime procedure that can provide immediate relief. Whether you want to get comfortable, or you want confidence and security in your appearance and health, getting an eye cyst removed is easy and with minimal downtime.
There may be some puffiness, redness or possibly even bruising of the eyelid. It is normal that the area has a feeling of tightness or pressure.
Swelling should also start to subside, and any minor bruising will fade.
The eyelid is still on the mend and the region should look and feel much improved.
There might be some residuals sensitivity or redness that would go away.
Long-term healing is complete.
Specializing in eye cyst removal, when done by an experienced specialist this treatment has the capacity to dramatically alleviate symptoms of pressure, swelling or obscured vision in resolution of normal eyelid function just a matter of days.
The idea is not to alter how you appear, but simply to take off what shouldn’t be on your face. Patients usually feel that the newly formed eyelid looks even and natural, and there are no traces of an operation.
Eye cyst removal is a quick walk-in treatment under local anaesthetic that can help your eye feel more comfortable and look better. All without the need for hospital admission or a long recovery period.
Like many minor surgeries, there are still risks, but complications of eye cyst removal are rare, especially in the hands of a skilled practitioner. It is considered a low-risk procedure, and is usually done on an out-patient basis in a hospital or clinic under local anesthesia.
Usual Side Effects
Adverse Effects
Although rare, the following complications may occur:
When you select an experienced medical professional, you’ll lower your chances and guarantee the safest results as well as a quick recovery time and little impact to your everyday life.
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