Vance Thompson Vision is drawing attention to its advanced capabilities in oculoplastic surgery, with a particular emphasis on eyelid lift procedures offered at its Sioux Falls location. This focus on functional and cosmetic eyelid surgery reflects the center’s ongoing commitment to subspecialty ophthalmic care delivered by surgeons with extensive training in eyelid, orbit, and facial anatomy.
Eyelid surgery—technically known as blepharoplasty—addresses common conditions such as dermatochalasis (excess upper eyelid skin), under-eye puffiness, and ptosis (drooping of the eyelids). While often considered a cosmetic procedure, blepharoplasty can be medically necessary when eyelid skin obstructs the visual field. At Vance Thompson Vision, oculoplastic evaluations are performed using visual field testing and detailed imaging to determine whether a patient meets the clinical criteria for surgical intervention.
Each year, thousands of patients across the Northern Plains seek out the center’s subspecialty care, including those referred specifically for oculoplastic procedures. Within this field, eyelid lifts represent one of the most commonly requested services. When indicated, blepharoplasty is performed to restore peripheral vision, reduce discomfort from heavy eyelids, or improve facial symmetry and rejuvenation.
In addition to eyelid lifts, the surgical team addresses a broad range of functional and aesthetic conditions including entropion and ectropion (inward or outward turning eyelids), brow descent, and benign or malignant growths near the eye. Following excision of eyelid tumors—such as in cases involving Mohs surgery for basal or squamous cell carcinoma—reconstructive procedures are performed to preserve both eyelid function and appearance. This type of specialized reconstruction demands a high level of surgical expertise in both ophthalmology and facial aesthetics.
Dr. Zac Keenum, Vance Thompson Vision’s oculoplastic surgeon, has completed additional training in oculoplastic techniques and maintains ongoing involvement in research, surgical education, and professional societies. His experience supports outcomes that balance precision, safety, and natural-looking results.
To complement surgical services, the practice’s onsite medical spa, Kalon, provides non-invasive skin treatments aimed at rejuvenating the periorbital area. These include laser skin resurfacing, pigmentation correction, and treatments that stimulate collagen to reduce wrinkles or improve skin tone. For many patients, these services can be used alone or in combination with surgery to achieve desired outcomes.
Although the center's surgical capabilities attract patients from throughout the Dakotas, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska, oculoplastic care remains fully accessible to local residents. The Sioux Falls facility regularly evaluates patients who are referred from smaller clinics in surrounding communities when advanced diagnostics or surgical intervention is needed. This coordinated referral model ensures that specialized care is available within driving distance while allowing patients to return to their local providers for routine follow-up.
In addition to cosmetic considerations, Dr. Keenum also treat functional tear duct disorders, including nasolacrimal duct obstruction. These conditions can lead to chronic tearing, irritation, or recurrent infection, and are corrected surgically using minimally invasive approaches tailored to the anatomy of the lacrimal system.
A distinguishing feature of oculoplastic care at Vance Thompson Vision is the foundation of ophthalmic training the oculoplastic surgeon brings to the operating room. Unlike general plastic surgeons, oculoplastic specialists understand how changes to the eyelid or periorbital tissues affect tear distribution, blink function, corneal protection, and overall ocular health. This perspective is particularly important in cases where patients already struggle with dry eye disease or have a history of prior eye surgery.
Rather than marketing cosmetic services separately, the practice integrates aesthetic and medical care within the same subspecialty team. This approach allows for nuanced treatment planning that aligns functional correction with patient goals for appearance. The result is a patient-centered care model that prioritizes vision, comfort, and confidence in a single surgical setting.
Eyelid surgery remains one of the most frequently performed cosmetic procedures in the United States, according to data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. As the population continues to age, demand for functional and aesthetic periocular procedures is expected to increase. Vance Thompson Vision is equipped to meet that demand with experienced providers, state-of-the-art technology, and a care model grounded in clinical expertise.
Those seeking further information about eyelid lift services and oculoplastic procedures at Vance Thompson Vision can visit www.vancethompsonvision.com for more details.
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Vance Thompson Vision - Sioux Falls
Vance Thompson Vision
(605) 361-3937
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3101 W 57th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
