Upper Blepharoplasty in Minneapolis

What is an Upper Blepharoplasty?

Upper blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and sometimes fat from the upper eyelids. It addresses drooping, hooded, or heavy upper lids that can impair peripheral vision or simply make you look older and more tired than you feel.

Surgery takes 45 minutes to 1 hour and is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation. Most patients return to normal activities in 10 to 14 days, with final results visible at 4 to 6 weeks once swelling fully resolves. Results are long-lasting — 5 to 10 years or more in most patients.

If hooding is caused primarily by a descended brow rather than true excess lid skin, a brow lift may be the more appropriate procedure. An experienced surgeon will assess both during your consultation.

How much does an Upper Blepharoplasty cost in Minneapolis?

Upper blepharoplasty in Minneapolis typically starts at $3,300, with most procedures ranging from $3,300 to $8,800 all-in depending on surgeon experience, facility fees, and anesthesia type.

Last updated August 2026. Estimates reflect Minneapolis regional averages and Get Clear Beauty provider data — read how we estimate prices.

What to ask your provider

• Are you board-certified in plastic surgery or ophthalmology? How many blepharoplasties do you perform per year?
• Is my hooding from excess skin, descended brows, or both? Do I need a brow lift instead?
• Will you use local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia?
• What is included in the quoted price — surgeon fee, facility, anesthesia, follow-up visits?
• Can I see before-and-after photos of patients with similar anatomy to mine?
• What is your revision policy if I am not satisfied with the result?

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