Mepilex Border Lite Self-Adherent Soft Silicone Thin Foam Dressing, 3 x 3 Inches

The Mepilex® Border Lite by Molnlycke is a thin, all-in-one bordered silicone foam dressing engineered to support healing in low-exuding acute and chronic wounds. Its ultra-conformable design makes it well suited for difficult-to-dress body areas such as feet, toes, hands, and fingers, while the waterproof film backing provides a reliable barrier against moisture, bacteria, and viruses. Powered by Molnlycke’s proprietary Safetac® technology, this sterile dressing adheres gently to intact surrounding skin without sticking to the wound bed, enabling virtually pain-free dressing changes and repositioning without loss of adhesion. The dressing is self-adherent, requiring no secondary fixation, and is showerproof so patients can bathe with the dressing comfortably in place.

Key Benefits & Features

• Safetac® Technology: Molnlycke’s proprietary soft silicone wound contact layer adheres gently to surrounding intact skin without bonding to the wound bed, significantly reducing pain and trauma during dressing changes and minimizing the risk of skin damage or maceration.
• Thin, Conformable Design: The low-profile foam construction flexes naturally to follow body contours, making it an ideal choice for challenging anatomical locations including feet, toes, fingers, and hands where a standard dressing may not lay flat.
• Waterproof, Bacteria- and Virus-Proof Film Backing: A breathable yet waterproof outer film shields the wound from external contaminants, bacteria, and viruses, helping maintain a clean wound environment without needing to remove the dressing before bathing or showering.
• Moist Wound Environment: The absorbent foam pad manages low levels of exudate and seals around the wound margins to maintain the moisture balance needed to support the body’s natural healing process while reducing the risk of maceration to surrounding skin.
• Self-Adherent & Repositionable: The dressing secures in place without clips, tape, or additional fixation and can be lifted for wound inspection and reapplied without losing its adhesive properties, reducing unnecessary disturbance to the wound site.
• Suitable for a Range of Wound Types: Designed for low-exuding acute and chronic wounds including diabetic foot wounds, post-operative wounds, leg and foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, traumatic wounds, and skin tears.
• Extended Wear Time: Depending on the condition of the wound and the level of exudate, the dressing may remain in place for several days, reducing the frequency of dressing changes and minimizing disruption to healing tissue.
• Sterile & Latex-Free: Each dressing is individually sterilized and latex-free, making it appropriate for patients with latex sensitivities and suitable for use in both clinical and home care settings.

Who Should Be Using This?

Mepilex® Border Lite is appropriate for individuals managing low-exuding acute or chronic wounds, including those with diabetic foot wounds, post-operative wounds, leg or foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, or traumatic wounds. It is especially well suited for wounds on anatomically challenging areas such as the feet, toes, hands, and fingers. This dressing is suitable for use in both clinical and home care settings under the guidance of a healthcare provider.

How Do You Use or Apply This Product?

Select a dressing size that allows the wound pad to cover the wound with at least 1 to 2 centimeters of overlap onto dry surrounding skin. Remove the initial release film and place the adhesive side gently over the wound. Remove the remaining release film and smooth the dressing onto the skin without stretching. Do not pull or tug the dressing during application. When it is time to change the dressing, lift gently from one edge and peel back slowly to minimize discomfort to the surrounding skin.