The labiaplasty procedure involves a range of surgical techniques to help decrease the size of the labia minora (inner tissue of the vagina). You will discuss your labiaplasty goals with your surgeon during your initial consultation to ensure that the desired outcome is achieved.
Advanced Dermatology has a plastic surgeon in New York who can answer any questions you may have about labiaplasty.
Females who consider labiaplasty often want to improve the aesthetic appearance of the labia minora as well as reduce the enlarged labia size when it comes to sexual intercourse. In addition to this, females with an enlarged labia often struggle with exercise, urinary tract infections, sexual and physical activities, which might be improved with surgery.
The procedure is done under anesthesia and can be performed as day surgery at any one of our NY surgeries.
Technique advancement and improved technology has resulted in several labiaplasty surgery techniques. These days the most common procedures are:
Your surgeon will discuss any other techniques with you that may be relevant to your desired outcome.
The ideal candidate for labiaplasty is in good health, has realistic outcomes and is of sound mind. In addition the following criteria must be considered:
The labia is a very sensitive area of the female body and whilst most swelling is expected to be gone within six weeks, it is possible for residual swelling to take up to six months to disappear.
Your surgeon will discuss your post-operative recovery and give detailed instructions to be followed with great care to ensure optimum healing. These instructions may include:
It is also advisable to avoid the use of tampons and abstaining from sex for 4 to 6 weeks. In addition you should wear loose clothing, take salt baths and stay away from exercise and rigorous activities during your recovery.
No surgery is without risks, and therefore it is important to consult with a surgeon to minimize such risks. Some risks associated with labiaplasty includes:
Your surgeon will discuss the potential risks with you in great detail during your initial labiaplasty consultation.
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