Minimally invasive eyelid lift
Objectives: This presentation introduces a novel approach to upper eyelid rejuvenatio, the Minimally Invasive Eyelid Lift (MINEL), which involves tucking the upper eyelid skin rather than excising it.
Introduction: The trend towards minimally invasive procedures in aesthetic surgery has led to the development of techniques that prioritize tissue preservation. MINEL procedure involves upper eyelid rejuvenation by tucking in the excess skin.
Materials / method: We included patients with dermatochalasis and underwent MINEL procedure. The technique involved creating small incisions, tucking the excess skin inwards, and securing it with non absorbable sutures.
Results: Thirty patients underwent MINEL procedure, all reported positive functional and aesthetic outcomes. The technique effectively reduced redundant skin, preserved natural eyelid creases, and resulted in minimal to no scarring. The procedure duration was 20-45 min, with rapid recovery and return to activities. This technique offers significant advantages, including reduced downtime, a quicker procedure, and the preservation of natural eyelid anatomy, resulting in outcomes that are both effective, subtle, with no telltale sign of surgery.
Conclusion: MINEL offers a promising tissue-preserving alternative to traditional upper blepharoplasty, providing natural aesthetic outcomes with minimally scarring and faster recovery.
