Blepharoplasty in Minneapolis, MN

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What Is Blepharoplasty?

Sagging, drooping eyelids can hide your joy in more ways than one — by making your expression look tired or sadder than you feel and by impairing your vision. Blepharoplasty is the procedure to remove this excess skin and allow for repositioning or removal of eyelid fat.

When performed at our Minneapolis, MN clinic, the goal of blepharoplasty is to create a more youthful, refreshed look by reducing droopiness, puffiness and wrinkles around the eyes. The long-lasting results offer both aesthetic and vision-improving benefits.

Blepharoplasty can be used to lift upper lids and also to lower lids to tighten puffy bags beneath the eyes. In some cases, there may also be adjustments made to the area around the outside of the eye.

Blepharoplasty at a Glance

Your consultation is an important first step in determining whether blepharoplasty is right for you. During this visit, you’ll meet with Dr. Wudel to review your goals, evaluate your concerns, and determine if you are a good candidate for surgery.

Please note that consultation type and fees may vary. Surgical consultations with Dr. Wudel are typically $100 unless a medical referral is provided, while complimentary consultations are available with our Med Spa team. A card on file is required to reserve all appointments.

In some cases, drooping eyelids may be caused by conditions such as ptosis, where the eyelid muscle contributes to eyelid descent and may require a different surgical approach. Your surgeon will recommend the most appropriate treatment for your needs.

Blepharoplasty is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under IV sedation. Upper eyelid surgery addresses excess skin and heaviness, while lower eyelid surgery focuses on under-eye puffiness, excess tissue, and fine wrinkles. As with any eye procedure, you will need to arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home after surgery.

Outpatient/inpatient: Outpatient
Length of surgery: 1-3 hours
Anesthesia: Depends
Length of recovery: 1 to 2 weeks, though it may take several months for the final results to fully manifest

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There’s no denying the impact blepharoplasty can make — see the difference for yourself!

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“Dr. Wudel and his wonderful staff: I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the care and thoughtfulness given to me during and after my lower eye procedure. Having a stranger cut into your face is nerve-wracking but I felt completely safe in Dr. Wudel’s hands. The aftercare from both he and his staff was amazing as well. I could call anytime with questions and get a response right away. This is a minor procedure but it has changed my self esteem in the biggest way. I still get compliments and it’s been since April! I will (and have) recommend you all!”

Frequently Asked Questions

People consider blepharoplasty to address concerns such as drooping or sagging eyelids, puffiness or bags under the eyes, excess skin that impairs vision or a tired and aged appearance. It can help anyone’s eyes look and feel more youthful and refreshed.

Because anesthesia is administered for this procedure, patients do not feel immediate pain. Over-the-counter pain relievers can be used for any discomfort, swelling or bruising that occurs after the procedure.

The incisions for blepharoplasty are placed in inconspicuous locations like the natural creases of the eyelids to minimize visible scarring.

In some cases, excessive skin on the upper eyelids can obstruct vision. Blepharoplasty removes this excess skin, improving both the aesthetic appearance of the eyelids and the patient’s ability to see.

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