Nevus (Eye Freckle) Removal
After Years of Fear, Dr. Assil’s ‘Easy Peasy Eye Freckle Removal’ Changed Everything for Jose in 20 minutes
About three years ago, Jose Lucas woke up from a good night’s sleep and noticed a spot in his left eye. A little bit freaked out, Jose, 24, booked an appointment to see his optometrist.
The doctor examined the eye and pronounced it “an eye freckle” — nothing serious. “Just let it be,” he advised.
Jose, a busy pawnbroker, was not one to let it be, so he decided to get a second opinion.
He consulted “Dr. Google” and researched eye nevus removal. Things came into focus when he found the Assil Gaur Eye Institute (AGEI) website, which talked extensively about eye freckle removal. Jose watched a video that showed Dr. Kerry Assil performing eye nevus treatment, just like the one he was now convinced he wanted.
What is an eye freckle?
An eye freckle, also known as a nevus, conjunctival nevi, or choroidal nevus (depending on its location), is a pigmented spot that forms on the eye, similar to freckles on the skin. Eye freckles and moles usually develop when melanin-producing cells clump or cluster together. The choroid is part of the uvea, the pigmented part of your eye, including the iris.
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About Jose’s journey to Assil Gaur Eye Institute
“Even though I knew in my heart that I wanted Dr. Assil to work his magic on my annoying eye freckle,” said Jose, “I kept procrastinating about doing something about it.”
Finally, after three years, Jose decided it was time to stop feeling that people were looking at his eye freckle instead of him and scheduled an appointment with Dr. Assil for an eye exam and to discuss an excision.
From the moment they met, Jose hit it off with Dr. Assil. “He’s such a nice guy,” states Jose. “Before meeting Dr. Assil, I wanted the Nevus gone, but I was so uncomfortable about having any procedure done on my eye. But that fear disappeared after meeting with him. He made me feel like nothing would go wrong.”
Removing a cosmetic nevus is straightforward. After applying numbing eye drops, Dr. Assil uses a mild thermal brushing technique to extract the pigment from the surface of the conjunctiva, the thin, transparent membrane that protects the eye.
Like all AGEI patients, Jose was asked what music he would like to listen to during the procedure. He opted for Mexican mariachi singer Vicente Hernandez. “The procedure was only two songs long, really quick,” says Jose. “I didn’t even have time to think about blinking, and we were done,” according to Jose.
“Dr. Assil told me that their nevus removal treatment has a quick, painless recovery with one follow-up appointment and no side effects. And he was so right. I could not be happier!”
Why trust AGEI for your conjunctival nevus removal?
Dr. Assil and Dr. Gaur have assembled a team of top ophthalmology specialists from around the country who continue AGEI’s tradition of offering patients the highest quality of specialist eye care in the United States. In keeping with AGEI’s founding healthcare principles, our doctors have managed to keep their clinics comfortable and familiar, much like family-run medical practices used to be.
Today, AGEI is nationally recognized for its compassionate, patient-centric treatment plans, commitment to pioneering advances in eye health, and dedication to supporting its patients’ and the community’s health with a caring bedside manner.
State-of-the-art treatment options are available for all ocular conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, ocular melanoma, macular disease, floaters, dry eye, and diabetic eye conditions.
Our ophthalmologists and eye doctors are nationally recognized for their expertise in premium cataract surgery, LASIK laser eye surgery, retinal diseases, dry eye, and refractive lens exchange (RLE), to name just a few.
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Eye Freckle Removal Surgery FAQs
Is it safe to remove eye freckles?
Yes, removing an eye freckle, also known as a nevus, is generally safe, but it’s not always necessary. Eye freckles are usually benign, meaning they are not harmful or cancerous, and often don’t require removal unless they show signs of potential problems, like growth or color changes, which could indicate a risk of melanoma (a type of eye cancer). They are usually removed for aesthetic reasons.
How much does it cost to get an eye freckle removed?
The cost to remove an eye freckle, also known as a conjunctival nevus, can vary widely depending on the procedure type, the surgeon’s expertise, and your location.
Can eye freckles affect vision?
Most eye freckles do not affect vision and remain stable over time without causing any symptoms. However, in rare cases, they can grow or change, which may slightly impact vision or, very infrequently, develop into a type of eye cancer called melanoma.
Can conjunctival nevus disappear?
Yes, but rarely. A conjunctival nevus is a type of mole or pigmented spot on the clear membrane covering the white part of the eye and can sometimes fade or even disappear over time. This is generally due to natural changes in the pigmentation of the nevus or because it breaks down and disperses on its own. However, this isn’t very common, and most conjunctival nevi remain stable in size and color throughout a person’s life.
What are the potential risks and complications of eye freckle removal surgery?
The procedure is considered very safe when done by the most experienced specialist. However, it does carry some potential risks in other cases. These may include infection, scarring, and, in rare cases, damage to surrounding eye tissue, which could affect vision.
Should I worry about an Eye Freckle?
While eye freckles are typically harmless and don’t affect vision, it’s essential to monitor them because, in rare cases, they can develop into melanoma (a type of eye cancer). Regular eye check-ups can help ensure that any changes are detected early before they become a type of cancer or another.
What is the recovery time after eye freckle removal surgery?
Recovery after eye freckle (also known as choroidal melanoma) removal surgery typically takes about 1 to 2 weeks, though it is almost always easy when done by the most experienced ophthalmologists. Full healing may take a bit longer, depending on the individual.
Besides a surgical excision, are there other treatment options for removing an eye freckle?
No.
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What Is Optical Coherence Tomography? – American Academy of Ophthalmology
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