Restore comfort, reduce swelling, and eliminate painful eyelid lumps with expert care from Dr. David Isaacs. Stye surgery in Beverly Hills helps treat red, tender eyelid bumps, blocked oil glands, persistent chalazia, and recurrent styes. Dr. Isaacs offers precision diagnosis and treatment to help you feel and look your best with minimal downtime.
Relieve Discomfort From
Persistent Eye Lumps
A stye, or hordeolum, is a red, painful bump typically found at the base of the eyelashes or under the eyelid. It’s caused by a bacterial infection in a follicle or oil gland. A chalazion often begins as a stye but becomes a larger, non-infectious lump caused by a blocked oil gland. While many resolve on their own, some chalazia and styes can persist, cause discomfort, interfere with vision, or mimic more serious conditions, making expert evaluation essential. In these cases, stye surgery Beverly Hills offers a safe and effective solution.
Chalazion and stye surgery is a minimally invasive procedure performed when all conservative treatments fail. During surgery, Dr. Isaacs typically makes a small incision on the inside of the eyelid to remove the trapped contents while avoiding visible scarring. This procedure is quick, performed under local anesthesia, and allows for a fast recovery with minimal discomfort.
Chalazion & Stye Surgery Treat:
- Persistent red or swollen eyelid lumps
- Painful styes that do not resolve on their own
- Enlarged chalazia causing eyelid distortion
- Recurrent styes or chalazia in the same area
- Blocked oil glands unresponsive to medical therapy
- Eyelid bumps interfering with vision or comfort
Dr. Isaacs’ Approach to Chalazion
& Stye Treatment
Dr. Isaacs takes a thoughtful, stepwise approach to treating chalazia and styes, always beginning with the least invasive options before progressing to surgery when necessary. His priority is not only to relieve your symptoms but also to minimize scarring and the risk of recurrence. Dr. Isaacs ensures each treatment is precise and tailored to your needs.
Non-Invasive Measures
For early or mild cases, Dr. Isaacs recommends using warm compresses, practicing proper eyelid hygiene, and applying topical antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drops. These treatments can encourage natural drainage, reduce inflammation, and resolve the lesion without any need for intervention. He also educates you on preventive care to reduce the risk of recurrence.
Conservative Interventions
If a lesion doesn’t respond to non-invasive therapy, Dr. Isaacs may use a targeted steroid or anti-inflammatory injection into the chalazion. This conservative approach can significantly reduce swelling and may eliminate the need for surgery altogether. It’s especially helpful in cases where surgery is not preferred or the lesion is still partially inflamed.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
For persistent, large, or cosmetically bothersome lesions, Dr. Isaacs performs a minimally invasive excision. Using local anesthesia, he makes a hidden incision on the inside of the eyelid (transconjunctival approach) to access and remove the contents of the chalazion or stye. This method avoids external scarring and typically results in a quick, comfortable recovery.
Schedule Your Consultation
David Isaacs, MD, is a dual-fellowship trained oculofacial plastic surgeon with advanced expertise in eyelid procedures. Known for his meticulous techniques, he prioritizes natural results and patient comfort. If you are struggling with a persistent chalazion or stye, schedule your private consultation for stye surgery in Beverly Hills today.
