Arcus Senilis: What It Is and How It Can Be Treated Aesthetically

Arcus senilis is a white-gray ring that appears around the outer edge of the cornea. It is very common in people over the age of 50 and is generally a benign, age-related finding that does not affect vision.

Why Does Arcus Senilis Occur?

It results from lipid and cholesterol deposition around the corneal periphery.
If seen at a younger age, it may indicate high cholesterol or triglycerides, and a blood test is recommended.

Symptoms

• White-gray ring at the corneal edge

• No pain or irritation

• Does not affect visual acuity

• Usually appears in both eyes

Is There a Treatment?

There is no eye drop or medication that can remove arcus senilis.
Since it does not harm vision, treatment is usually unnecessary.

Aesthetic Treatment: Keratopigmentation

Performed at Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital (Turkey).

For patients who are cosmetically bothered by the appearance of arcus, keratopigmentation can be used to camouflage the ring and restore a more natural eye appearance.

Benefits of Keratopigmentation

• Available in very few centers worldwide

• Natural pigments placed into the cornea using a micro-channel technique

• Effectively masks or reduces the arcus ring

• Safe for the eye; performed in the superficial corneal layers

• Quick recovery and natural aesthetic results

Who Is Suitable?

• Those with a cosmetically noticeable arcus

• Patients uncomfortable with the appearance

• Individuals with corneal structure suitable for the procedure

Conclusion

Arcus senilis is harmless, but for those who wish to improve eye appearance, keratopigmentation at Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital offers a safe and effective cosmetic solution.