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Dr. Christopher Tolan, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Woodbury, Minnesota

Dr. Christopher Tolan, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

SurgeryPlastic And Reconstructive Surgery
Woodbury, Minnesota
NPI: 1043256357· License: 36117 (MN) verify
Medical school: University Of Minnesota Medical School · Graduated 1991(~35 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $14,818 across 12 payments (what this means)
4.6(22 ratings)

In Dr. Christopher Tolan's own words

How Dr. Christopher Tolan describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice takes a more conservative approach to using fillers, especially compared to practices in the southwestern states.
  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice aims to achieve natural-looking results, particularly when adding volume to the lips, avoiding an "overdone" appearance.
  • Our facial plastic surgeons and advanced practice aestheticians are here to help you achieve your goals
  • The result? A brighter, rejuvenated look with a beautifully natural, “you but refreshed” outcome

Specialization

  • Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery

Technique

  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice performs Hydrafacials by first cleansing the surface of the skin and then exfoliating with a light blend of glycolic and salicylic acid.
  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice volumizes lips and can do so conservatively, aiming for a look that isn't always bold.
  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice often uses filler as a volumizer for areas where patients have lost fat.
  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice extracts pores during Hydrafacials using suction.

Technology

  • Dr. Christopher Tolan's practice uses Allergan products, including Juvéderm Ultra Plus, Voluma, Velour, and Volux.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Christopher Tolan has been performing injectables, including Botox and fillers, for over 20 years.

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About

Dr. Christopher Tolan is a Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon practicing in Woodbury, Minnesota. He specializes in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, focusing on the face and neck. Dr. Tolan emphasizes natural results, defining them as subtle, balanced, and tailored to each patient's features. His philosophy for rhinoplasty centers on creating a nose that harmonizes with the face, aiming for an overall aesthetic 'click' that makes features work beautifully together. Botox is the practice's most requested injection treatment, relaxing muscles to smooth lines in areas like the forehead, crow's feet, and neck bands. Filler treatments are performed conservatively to restore lost volume, enhancing natural beauty without making a patient look 'done.' Brow lift and upper eyelid blepharoplasty procedures aim to restore a more open, refreshed appearance while maintaining natural features. The practice also offers Hydrafacial for thorough skin cleansing and hydration, and BroadBand Light (BBL) for addressing sun spots, redness, and uneven tone.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Christopher Tolan, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Brow Lift

$4,900

1 patient report · 2014

About typicalTypical nationally: $4,450–$9,000 (median $5,500, 39 reports) compare ↗

Rhinoplasty

$7,300

1 patient report · 2017

Above typicalTypical in Woodbury: $4,500–$7,150 (median $6,000, 7 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Christopher Tolan

Sourced directly from Dr. Christopher Tolan's social posts and replies.

How do Botox and Filler treatments differ?
Both Botox and Filler can refresh a person's look, but they work very differently. Botox relaxes the muscles that cause lines, smoothing areas like the forehead, around the eyes (crow’s feet), and the platysma (neck bands). Filler is used to restore lost volume.
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How does Dr. Tolan determine the best injectable treatment (Botox or Filler) for a patient?
The best choice between Botox and Filler starts with a conversation with the provider about the patient's goals and desired outcome.
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Why do people seek Filler treatments as they age?
As people age, they naturally lose fat in areas like the cheeks, marionette lines, and nasolabial folds (smile lines). Filler treatments are used to restore this lost volume.
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Does the practice offer a loyalty program?
Yes, the practice offers a refreshed MRewards program that provides more accessible pricing while maintaining the same high quality of care.
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What conditions does Dr. Tolan diagnose for brow and eyelid concerns?
After an evaluation, Dr. Tolan diagnoses patients with conditions such as brow ptosis and upper eyelid dermatochalasis.
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What is a Hydrafacial?
Hydrafacial is a medical-grade facial that works in four steps: cleanse, peel, extract, and hydrate. The practice clears the skin surface, gently resurfaces, cleans out pores, and replenishes moisture with a serum suited to the patient's skin.
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What is the downtime for a Hydrafacial?
Hydrafacial has no downtime, and patients will have glowing skin immediately after the treatment.
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What is BroadBand Light (BBL) treatment like?
BroadBand Light (BBL) is a non-invasive, light-based treatment that uses light energy to target pigment and vessels beneath the surface. Sessions typically last 2–10 minutes with no downtime. It addresses the appearance of sun spots, redness, and uneven tone.
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Can BroadBand Light (BBL) be combined with other treatments?
Yes, some BroadBand Light (BBL) sessions can be layered with treatments like SkinPen.
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Is BroadBand Light (BBL) suitable for melasma?
BroadBand Light (BBL) isn't always the right fit for melasma. Patients with melasma should inquire about alternative treatments like a VI Peel.
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What options are available for lip enhancement?
A lip lift, a lip flip, or filler can all provide a fuller, more defined smile. Patients unsure which is right for them should call the practice to schedule a consultation.
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What is an elongated philtrum and how does a lip lift address it?
As people age, the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip naturally lengthens, softening the shape of the smile. This is known as an elongated philtrum, and a lip lift directly addresses it.
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What is involved in a lip lift procedure?
A lip lift is an in-office procedure performed under local anesthetic. A small strip of skin is removed beneath the nose to shorten the distance between the nose and upper lip, revealing more of the upper lip and natural lip line. This restores a more youthful proportion and leads to a fuller, more defined smile with minimal scarring and lasting results.
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Where is the Lakeville location situated?
The Lakeville location is situated right off I-35S, just south of Burnsville, offering easy access in a beautiful space. Facial plastic surgeons and advanced practice aestheticians are available there to help patients achieve their goals.
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Patient Experience

Dr. Christopher Tolan Review Summary

4.45
Dr. Tolan has an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars, based on 7 reviews and an additional rating from Healthgrades. This suggests patients are generally very satisfied with his services.

Ratings from Other Platforms

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4.6 out of 5

Based on 22 reviews

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Dr. Christopher Tolan, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Woodbury, Minnesota

Midwest Facial Plastic Surgery

217 Radio Dr., Woodbury, Minnesota

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$14,818

Payments

12

Compared to peers

Above average

Dr. Christopher Tolan received $14,818 across 12 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Patient Awards

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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Location & Contact Information

Midwest Facial Plastic Surgery

217 Radio Dr.

Woodbury, Minnesota

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Office Information

Where does Dr. Christopher Tolan practice?

Doctor's Office

Midwest Facial Plastic Surgery (Primary)

217 Radio Dr., Woodbury, Minnesota

(7 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Education

University California Davis-medical
University Of Minnesota

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Double Board-certified Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgeon
Board-certified Ent / Facial Plastic Surgeon
Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Tolan online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointments are available. It's best to contact Dr. Tolan's office directly to inquire about booking options.
Does Dr. Christopher Tolan offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended to determine if telehealth consultations are offered.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Christopher Tolan?
Patient reviews mention a range of procedures performed by Dr. Tolan, including cleft lip and palate repair, septorhinoplasty, deviated septum surgery, brow lift, and blepharoplasty. While most reviews seem positive, highlighting Dr. Tolan's expertise and genuine care, at least one review mentions dissatisfaction with the results received.
What areas of care does Dr. Christopher Tolan cater to?
Dr. Tolan specializes in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, with a focus on the face and neck. His expertise includes cosmetic injectables (Botox, Juvéderm), cleft lip and palate repair, septorhinoplasty, brow lifts, and blepharoplasty. He also performs functional procedures like septoplasty and turbinate surgery. Dr. Tolan believes successful functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty creates a nose that harmonizes with the face, resulting in an overall aesthetic 'click' by making features work beautifully together to enhance natural beauty. Botox is the practice's most requested injection treatment, used to smooth lines in the forehead, around the eyes (crow's feet), and the platysma (neck bands) by relaxing the muscles that cause them. Filler treatments are performed conservatively to restore lost volume for natural, refreshed results, with the goal of enhancing natural beauty and achieving the best, most refreshed version of oneself, never to make a patient look 'done.' Additionally, brow lift and upper eyelid blepharoplasty procedures aim to restore a more open, refreshed appearance while maintaining natural features.