What is a dermoid?
Dermoid cysts are benign, but weird, growths. Think of them as pockets of normal tissue that pop up in unusual spots. Because they’re made of normal tissue, they can contain things like skin, hair follicles, and even teeth!
When these dermoid cysts grow around the eye, they can affect your vision and how you look. A dermoid in eye area can be located in several different places, each with its own set of characteristics and treatment options.
This article will cover orbital dermoids (those located in the eye socket), epibulbar dermoids (also called dermolipomas), and limbal dermoids (those found on the edge of the cornea). We’ll explore what these dermoids look like and what can be done about them.