When is labiaplasty revision not appropriate? (Photo)

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​. You had a trimming labiaplasty which can result in asymmetry, excess clitoral hood, scalloping, and tenderness. Persistent pain and tender areas are not uncommon with trimming labiaplasties. I often reconstruct these cases with multiple wedges or replacing the scar with normal-unscarred tissue. I may use multiple wedge excisions to reduce your labia, eliminate many of your scallops, and improve symmetry. Sometimes, I use skin from the sides of your clitoral hood to partially of totally replace the labium. The reconstruction is much 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. You can have a much better appearance by a very skilled reconstructive labiaplasty surgery along with elimination of the pain. In my hands, the pain is almost always eliminated or much better. Approximately 50% of the surgeries I perform are revisions of other surgeons' labiaplasties. 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, NY

Hello, after the operation, sensitivity points may vary from person to person. You need to determine where the pain is with a detailed examination. and then it is decided whether you are suitable for wedge incision. You can feel more comfortable when the painful areas are removed. I wish you healthy days.

In order to determine if a labiaplasty revision is the best course of management for your problem, you need to share photos or schedule a consultation virtually or in person. Only then can a technique be suggested. Otherwise, any opinions are meaningless.