Which Has a Better Recovery: Labiaplasty Wedge or the Trim Method?

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Latest answer by John P. Di Saia, MD
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Is healing quicker for the trim method?

6 answers to Which Has a Better Recovery: Labiaplasty Wedge or the Trim Method?

Labiaplasty options

Labiaplasty, which most commonly involves surgical reduction of the labia minora (inner/thinner lips), has become a relatively common procedure over the last ten and even more so last five years. Whether the surgery is done using a laser, scalpel, or scissors does not really matter but what does matter is "symmetry". Symmetry is the most important aspect to the final aesthetic result. Also, it's not how much tissue is removed but how much is left remaining... more

Ryan Stanton, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.drryanstanton.com

For most a wedge

Hello, For most women a well-done wedge lends itself to a faster recovery. Not all women are best served by a wedge however. If their lips are very thin, a trim is probably better for them. The key is a good evaluation by an experienced surgeon. Best Regards, John Di Saia MD see video

John P. Di Saia, MD
Orange Plastic Surgeon

Recovery after Wedge vs. Trim Method

No difference in recovery between trim and wedge labiaplasty techniques has been documented. Generally, healing after labiaplasty is uncomplicated and minimally interferes with many daily activities. Return to most types of work is within a day or two, with pads, hygenic measures, and analgesics. Friction and trauma to the perineum must be avoided for several weeks, until activities can be resumed without discomfort.

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Labia minora reduction results?

I think both techniques of labia minora reduction surgery have similar recovery periods. In general I ask that a responsible adult transport the patient home. Bed rest is requested for 2 days with ice on the area during that time. Patients may resume light activity and “desk job” after 3 days but should avoid strenuous activity / sports for at least 3 weeks. Sexual intercourse may be resumed carefully after 4 weeks. I will want to see the patient for a post-operative visit... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Healing after labiaplasty

While both techniques have similar healing times, I recommend the modified wedge technique. The main thing after surgery is to keep the area clean and avoid any tension or friction along the incisions. I recommend avoiding intercourse for 6-8 weeks to allow the incisions to heal. I perform the modified wedge technique for reducing the labia minora, which gives a more natural appearance and better scar location. With this technique, the incisions are nearly imperceptible when healed, and the... more

Anita Patel, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Which labiaplasty method leads to faster healing?

In both labiaplasty techniques the surgical suture line has to heal. One does not heal faster than the other. I personally recommend that my patients (I do the wedge technique) should abstain from penile-vaginal intercourse for about 4-6 weeks. At this time the healing of the tisssues is strong enough to withstand sexual intercourse and the woman will not experience pain.

George Marosan, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

www.bellevueplasticsurgeons.com

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