Is it possible to cover my clitoris after botched labiaplasty?

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I had a labiaplasy and clitoral hood reduction (composite reduction labiaplasty) 4 weeks ago and my clitoris, mainly on the left side is now fully exposed. Even whilst I am stood up the left side of my clitoris can be seen.I am now planning my revision but I just wanted to know if it is possible for me to recover my clitoral hood now. I have some of labia minora still so maybe that can be used to extend my hood? Is it possible to add 1cm back on hood? Has this revision been performed before?

Marco A. Pelosi III, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

Four weeks is early in the healing process after labiaplasty. Swelling, sutures and distortion are still present in many women. You will have a clearer picture of the final result at 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you want meaningful advice, you have to share photos. Repost in a few weeks.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It is early on in your recovery, therefore swelling may be an issue. Please allow 4-6 months before assessing your results. A photo would be helpful.

Gary J. Alter, MD · Answer

As the inventor and innovator of the wedge technique in 1994, I reconstruct many women who have had labia reductions by other surgeons, both wedge and trimming techniques. The reconstruction technique depends on the deformity. However, no attempt to revise your labia or hood should be done until you are at least five months after your past procedure as your appearance will improve. You need to control your anxiety and wait. A reconstruction is more difficult than a primary labiaplasty and should be done by a plastic surgeon with extensive experience in labia reconstruction. I published the first and most extensive paper on labia reconstruction in the prestigious journal "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery" about ten years ago, and about 40% of my female genital surgeries are reconstructions of botched labiaplasties.  I need to see photos to answer your question about coverage of your clitoris. However, I should be able to cover it since I have this many times. You may need various reconstructive techniques to give you a good appearance, but this won't be known until all the swelling is gone. You only get one good chance to reconstruct you, so be patient and ask a lot of questions.

Gary J. Alter, M.D.

Beverly Hills, CA - Manhattan, NYC

Ozgur Kartal, MD · Answer

hello, you can tell on your photos. I can't help you without seeing the photo. We've done similar surgeries before.

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