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eyelid-surgery

Eyelid Surgery



eyelid-surgery

Give Your Eyes A Lift

At St. Paul Eye Clinic, our eye surgeons are highly experienced in surgically correcting a number of medically necessary eyelid conditions. Our Board Certified Ophthalmologists with subspecialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery (or “eye plastic” surgery) can help you treat your areas of concern, whether that be the inevitable effects of aging skin or drooping eyelids that make it difficult to see. During your consultation, we will perform a thorough evaluation to diagnose your condition and recommend a treatment plan. If you are a candidate for eyelid surgery, we will take the time to discuss the benefits and risks and create a care plan that’s right for you. Eyelid surgery procedures are performed at the Midwest Surgery Center located in Woodbury or the Phillips Eye Institute located in Minneapolis depending on your needs. 

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Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty with Ptosis Repair

Upper and Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Ptosis Repair

Blepharoplasty Plus Browplasty

Meet Our Eyelid Surgery Providers

Douglas Dworak

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blepharoplasty surgery? (Eyelid Lifts – Reconstructive and Cosmetic)
With time, excessive skin on the upper eyelid begins to droop and sag and can even touch the eyelashes. The excess skin creates a tired, fatigued, and older appearance. Makeup becomes difficult to apply and peripheral vision may be compromised. When your vision becomes significantly affected, blepharoplasty can be deemed medically necessary and covered by most insurances. With this low-risk surgery, the excess skin and fat is removed to create a youthful and refreshed look while restoring your vision.
What is Ptosis Repair?
Drooping eyelids occur when the muscles that lift the eyelid are not strong enough to do so properly, which may require surgical repair. Individuals who suffer from ptosis commonly complain that they always look tired, and because of their constant effort to raise the eyelids, they sometimes experience fatigue and tension headaches. It becomes medically necessary to perform a ptosis repair when the droopy lids obstruct the peripheral vision.
What is Eyelid Malposition?
Ectropion is an outwardly turned or sagging lower lid. As the lid sags away, the eye is exposed and causes symptoms of dryness and excessive tearing. Common causes of ectropion include age-related tendon laxity, trauma, scarring, or facial nerve paralysis associated with Bell’s Palsy. Treatment typically begins with lubrication drops or ointments, which may give temporary relief from the irritation. However, surgical treatment is usually the only long-term solution.
What is Entropion surgery?
Entropion is an inward turning of the eyelid, usually the lower, causing the lashes to rub against the cornea (the clear surface of the eye). Symptoms of eye pain, excessive tearing, redness, and irritation are caused from the rubbing lashes. Left untreated, entropion could lead to permanent damage to the cornea and some vision loss. Surgery is the only corrective method.
Where are surgeries performed?
Our providers perform surgery at the Midwest Surgery Center located in Woodbury at 2080 Woodwinds Drive, Suite 210.