Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area

When performed by an expert surgeon, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is able to enhance and restore a youthful appearance to the face. Also known as an “eye lift,” blepharoplasty by Omni Cosmetic in Minneapolis and Saint Paul offers aesthetic rejuvenation and long-lasting functional benefits.

As we age, our skin loses volume and elasticity. This can result in sagging on the lower and upper eyelids, heavy bags under the eyes, deep wrinkles and fine lines, and bulges. The eyelids can have a noticeable effect on your appearance. If people are asking you if you’re getting enough sleep, if you look angry or irritated even when your face is at rest, or if you simply look older than you’d like, explore blepharoplasty with Omni Cosmetic.

If you elect to undergo blepharoplasty in Minnesota, Dr. Rolfes and Dr. Bichanich, will tailor each procedure to the patient’s individual concerns, which may include excess upper eyelid tissue, puffy eyelids, and deep hollows beneath the eyes. You can also combine eyelid surgery with a brow lift for increased facial balance and rejuvenation.

Is Blepharoplasty Right for You?

Start by scheduling a blepharoplasty consultation with Omni Cosmetic. During your visit, we’ll take the time to understand your goals, perform a comprehensive examination, and answer all your questions.

You may want to consider blepharoplasty if your eyelids are creating aesthetic problems, if they are aging your appearance, or if excess eyelid skin is causing you discomfort. Blepharoplasty can treat the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both sets of eyelids based on your needs. Your doctor may also recommend combining a brow lift with eyelid surgery, as heaviness and furrowing above can affect the features below.

Full Upper-Face Rejuvenation (Brow Lift) After Blepharoplasty

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift is an excellent complement to many facial plastic surgery procedures, including blepharoplasty. The procedure focuses on the entire upper face to enhance the appearance of your brows by smoothing the furrows on your forehead and between your brows. Brow lift advantages:

• Elevates drooping brows
• Corrects heaviness, helping to provide a youthful, natural appearance
• Removes unwanted wrinkles on forehead and between brows
• Provides a symmetrical, balanced contour

What Is the Recovery from Blepharoplasty Like?

Your entire blepharoplasty treatment, from your consultation to your postoperative visits, will take place in-office. Our experienced plastic surgeons perform procedures in our AAAASF-certified facility. This certification demonstrates that we’ve met the strictest, most cutting-edge standards for outpatient treatment. Your safety and privacy is our top priority.

We will spend time before your blepharoplasty procedure to help you understand what to expect during your recovery. To assist in your healing and help provide the most natural-looking outcome, your doctor can perform many aspects of blepharoplasty with no visible signs of surgery. This approach may include tightening loose skin with laser technology instead of traditional excision.

After your Omni Cosmetic blepharoplasty, you should plan for two weeks of downtime, which will allow bruising and swelling to subside. We recommend cool compresses following surgery to help with healing. Most patients take over-the-counter pain medication to manage discomfort, which should reduce over time along with the swelling. Once you’ve fully recovered, you should have a significantly more refreshed, radiant, and rested appearance.

What Are The Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty Alternatives?

Omni Cosmetic has non-surgical treatments that can improve some eyelid-related concerns if blepharoplasty is not right for you. For example, we offer Minneapolis and Saint Paul-area patients the JUVÉDERM® family of facial fillers. These injectable solutions can restore fullness to targeted areas around your eyes. Results are temporary and not as comprehensive as blepharoplasty, which is why many patients instead opt for surgery.

Pricing for Blepharoplasty in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area

The price for your blepharoplasty will depend on several aspects of your procedure. These include:

• How much excess skin you have.
• Whether your doctor is treating one or both sets of eyelids.
• Which features of your eyelids your doctor treats.
• Whether your surgery includes a brow lift.

As part of your consultation, Omni Cosmetic will discuss all costs related to treatment so you can make the right decision about your care. Contact us for an appointment to learn more about pricing and your options with eyelid surgery.

Schedule a Blepharoplasty Consultation

Blepharoplasty can refresh your eyes for a more rested and youthful appearance. Get in touch with Omni Cosmetic in the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area by calling (763) 559-4500 or (320) 774-2411.