What is Labiaplasty?

Labiaplasty is a common procedure to reduce the size of the labia minora. Women often seek this procedure because they are uncomfortable with the appearance of the labia, the visibility through clothing or that it causes discomfort with sexual activity. By reducing the size, women feel that the appearance of their external genitalia is improved and that there is less discomfort with sexual activity.

Labiaplasty is a procedure to help improve the aesthetic appearance of the external genitalia. This area is typically comprised of the clitoral hood, labia majora, and labia minora. A labiaplasty refers to improvement in the size and appearance of the labia minora, which can become darkened, enlarged, and sagging from pregnancy or a number of other reasons. A labiaplasty can remove the darkened folds and excess labia minora to help create a more symmetric cleaner appearance of your... more

When referring to labiaplasty, I am discussing labia minora reductions. Our first priority is to have a woman express her desires and aesthetic as well as her functional goals in the course of the intial consultation. We ask patients to show us their areas of concern by using a mirror with a Q-tip as a pointer, to indicate their desired results. I then review the surgical options, explain any particular aspects which cannot be performed, and then discuss reasonable expectations. Labia are... more

The labia minora and labia majora comprise the external anatomy of the female genital area. In some cases, the labia minora may be large and stretched as a result of normal development, labor, or age. In this case, a labiaplasty is performed to reduce the size of the labia in order to acheive a more suitable shape and dimension of this very important part of a female body. There are three important goals to surgery: Maintaining sensitivity in the area Acheiving beautiful aesthetic... more

It is important to discuss these questions with your provider and find a board certified plastic surgeon. In my San Francisco area practice we perform labiaplasties typically under local anesthesia and conscious sedation. The procedure is relatively short and patients have little post-operative discomfort. There are dissolving sutures left in place and the incisions heal quite quickly. Patients typically are back to their routine (including sexual intercourse) at 3-4 weeks. I hope this... more

Labiaplasty is surgery on the labia minora (inner lips) and/or labia majora (outer lips). This surgery helps reduce the size and improve the appearance of the labia. It also can remove excess skin from around your clitoris which may help with sexual satisfaction. In addition to this, a vaginoplasty can be done where the entrance to the vagina is tightened. Adjunct procedures can be added such as g-spot injections to help achieve orgasm. Because so much of sexual satisfaction is tied up... more

The labiaplasty procedure (labia minora reduction surgery) involves excision of cosmetically or functionally “redundant” labia minora tissue. Therefore, you can expect an improvement in the appearance and or symptoms associated with redundant labia minora tissue. In general (in my practice), the procedure involves a one-hour outpatient surgery, 2 days of postoperative bed rest and one month of restricted activity postoperatively (sexual activity, horseback riding,... more

Labiaplasty is surgical enhancement, usually reduction, of the labia minora or inner lips of the female genitalia to improve symmetry, appearance and reduce size. Labiaplasty is a surgical option for women who are unhappy with the appearance of their external genitalia. It is also an effective procedure for women who have noted pain with sexual intercourse from their labia "catching" or "pulling" Most of the time Labiaplasty can be performed under... more

Labiaplasty is the reduction of the labia minora or inner lips. It is done either under local anesthesia or under general anesthesia as an out patient. It is cosmetic in most cases and not covered by insurance companies. Recovery takes about 4-5 days of rest and elevation. Most patients are able to return to exercise at 2-3 weeks and sex or biking/horsebackriding by 6 weeks. Complications most commonly occur is smokers and heavier patients. These include dehiscences or small... more

Labiaplasty is a surgical technique to reduce the amount of skin and mucosal tissue in the labia of a female patient. This is commonly performed under local or regional anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. Patients can return to work in one to two days after the surgery. Patients receiving this surgery should wait at least six weeks to allow this tissue to heal appropriately and safely before engaging in sexual intercourse. After this surgery, you can expect improved contour and... more

Labiaplasty seems to refer to the reduction of the inner labia of the vagina. (although the word labiaplasty can also refer to the outer labia surgery) But assuming you are asking about the inner labia. The most common complaint is large labia minora hanging between the labia majora, causing self conciousness, pain, discomfort. Surgery involves a removal of a wedgeto preserve the anterior natural edge of the labia. You should expect the inner labia to be inside the large labia with normal... more

Hello, Depending upon what is to be fixed, your answers here vary: The usual case is reduction of the inner vaginal lips (the Labia minorae.) The expectation here is that the lips will be smaller, more even and closer set to the thigh crease. Patients must abstain from sexual activity for 3-5 weeks and are able to function pretty well after the first week otherwise. Most describe soreness and feeling swollen, but not much more pain. This applies to my "Modified Wedge"... more