Is Wedge Labiaplasty More Natural Looking Than Trim Method?

asked 9 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Steve Laverson, MD
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Tags: choices, natural, natural appearance, popularity, reasons, sensitivity

How do the results differ for a wedge labiaplasty procedure compared to a trim method? Is sensitivity for one greater than the other? Is that why someone would choose one over the other?

5 answers to Is Wedge Labiaplasty More Natural Looking Than 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

Wedge Labiaplasty vs Trim Method

My opinion is that the wedge is far superior to the trim method for most (85%) of patients. Close examination of the female perineum reveals irregular variation in surface skin and mucosal characteristics. Although there is a well known transition from outer cutaneous to inner mucosal surface, the roughness, pigmentation, hair distribution, and configuration of the frenula are highly individualized. Lopping off the entire distal end and suturing mucosa to skin, or... more

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Wedge versus Trim Techniques

Hello, As you see here the best options in plastic surgery are a matter of opinion even between surgeons. I have found a modification of the wedge procedure to be the best in the majority of patients. My reasons are outlined on my YouTube video below. Best Regards, John DI Saia MD see video

John P. Di Saia, MD
Orange Plastic Surgeon

Labia minora reduction results?

I think the “natural look” after labia minora reduction surgery is more dependent on the experience and skill level of the surgeon then the exact technique used. My routine involves meeting with the patient prior to surgery to mark the area. This marking is done with the patient’s assistance while she holds a mirror. This allows the patient to communicate her goals again. Sometimes, the markings extend above the clitoris and/or below to the... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Labiaplasty techniques, which is better?

Labiaplasty surgery has been around for a long time, but with the open and free communication on the internet, the awareness was raised significantly. There are several techniques, the oldest is the trim or amputation method and more recently the wedge method. Even the trim method evolved from a straight amputation of the excess tissues to a lazy S curve to minimize contractures. This leaves a suture line closure of the entire length of the anterior labial edge. I've seen where this scar... more

George Marosan, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

www.bellevueplasticsurgeons.com

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