12 days post op, did my doctor not take enough off my labia?

Dear Dayleeg,Thank you for writing in with your question and sharing your photos.  It takes about three months before you will see the final results from your surgery. Most importantly is whether you made clear to your surgeon what your desires and expectations were.  It maybe when you are healed you will be very happy.  If you are not, it is important to re-address your results with your surgeon.  I recommend having a follow-up appointment with him/her to address your concerns directly in the near future.I hope this information helps.Sincerely,Troy R. Hailparn, M.D., FACOGCosmetic Gynecology Center of San Antonio

The photo shows generalized swelling, which is typical at this stage of healing and should improve in a few weeks. The clitoral hood shows wrinkled skin along the sides which might persist and if so, could be improved by clitoral hood contouring.

Since it is so early
in the postoperative period, this amount of swelling and pain is
normal. To reduce pain, itching, and swelling, apply ice packs by
putting crushed ice in a resealable plastic bag and covering it with
a damp, soft cloth for 20-30 minutes at a time.It will take 3-6 months for the final result. I think you will be fine.

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Unfortunately without knowing what your goal results are it is difficult to comment on your current result.  What is known is that your tissues have continued soft tissue swelling from the procedure which should improve your results as it resolves.  After 6-8 weeks you will have a better idea as to your long-term appearance.  Hang in there!

...Looks like your surgeon did a good job (hard to say accurately with a single12-day not closeup pic!)  You'll need to wait until at least 6 weeks to see approximate outcome and 3-4 months for "...what you see is what you get..." It all depends on exdactly what you "negotiated" with your surgeon. If you clearly said, "...Doc- take off as much as you possibly can...", then you might not be happy. If you said, "...Doc, take off the flaps & the wings, minimize the sixe, but make it look "..natural," then you should be happy.Best wishes,Michael P Goodman, MDDavis, CA, USA

It is far too early to say, as there is still swelling, which is common at this time. You need to wait closer to 6 months before any revisions. At that time, if you want more taken off, be very specific about what you want done, to make sure your surgeon has a clear understanding of your goals. Thanks for your question, Carmela Pettigrew, MD

You still have swelling. Please give it several weeks to resolve. It it hard to see final picture until swelling goes away completely. Hope this helps

Swelling after labiaplasty may take several weeks to resolve.  It appears from your pictures that you still have some bruising and swelling.  I would not be too alarmed at this point as the final results usually take 1-3 months to be seen.  I'm sure your surgeon will discuss this with you at your next follow up appointment.