Mini Lift

The Mini Lift at V CLINIC Brno is a less invasive facial rejuvenation procedure targeting early-stage laxity in the mid and lower face for patients typically aged 35–45. Limited incisions anterior to the hairline, extending into the ear, allow vertical repositioning of mid and lower facial structures with a shorter recovery compared to a full facelift. The 90-minute surgery is performed under local anaesthesia with same-day discharge, and patients can return to office work within days. It delivers natural-looking rejuvenation for those who want meaningful improvement without the footprint of a deep plane procedure.

The mini lift occupies an important position in V CLINIC Brno's surgical menu as an entry point for patients who have early signs of facial ageing but are not yet candidates — or do not feel ready — for a comprehensive deep plane or V Lift facelift. The procedure uses limited incisions placed just anterior to the hairline and extending naturally into the ear, keeping visible scarring to a minimum while enabling access to the mid and lower facial structures for vertical repositioning. Because the correction is focused and the incision profile is smaller than a full facelift, operative time is approximately 90 minutes and the procedure is performed under local anaesthesia alone, allowing same-day discharge. Patients need to arrange transport home, as driving after the procedure is not recommended. A sterile dressing and headwrap are applied post-operatively and the clinic provides full suture removal and wound review as part of follow-up care. Active recovery is two weeks, during which swelling and mild discomfort are normal and expected. Most patients return to office-based work within a few days and social activities within one to two weeks. The mini lift is ideally suited to patients in their mid-thirties to mid-forties who are noticing early descent of the lower face or jawline and want a natural result that is proportionate to their current stage of ageing rather than a dramatic transformation. It can be combined with eyelid surgery or lip procedures in the same session for patients who want to address multiple areas simultaneously.