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So far I'm in the very early stages of this. But I...
BedRockFlinMay 6, 2014
WORTH IT$3,000
So far I'm in the very early stages of this. But I wanted to document the whole process. I also wanted to make sure I could pay for this procedure with cash/check since it tends to not be a good idea to have cosmetic procedures financed. My goal is to get only local anesthetics, the wedge method, and the cost to be below 4k. But I will see what kind of things the doctors say, and I'll work with them from there. So far I have saved up about 2.5k and will get the procedure when I have the full amount saved. (I'm guessing I'll do it after the summer).
My first step has been to send out emails asking a few questions to the plastic surgeons including price, method, how long it takes to schedule appointments, etc. I only email plastic surgeons who specialize in labiaplasty and have it listed as one of their main procedures. I've emailed about 8 so far. And have had three responses back. One the doctor ignored everything and just sent me a generic message to make an appointment to ask questions (they obviously got nixed off my list). Another said they don't perform the wedge method and do twilight sedation cost approx 4k-4.5k. The other said they did do the wedge method under full anesthesia and the cost is approximately 3.4k-4k. I'm still waiting on a few email/phone calls back and will update from there. I think I will have consultations with 2-3 doctors before I settle on one to do my procedure.
My first step has been to send out emails asking a few questions to the plastic surgeons including price, method, how long it takes to schedule appointments, etc. I only email plastic surgeons who specialize in labiaplasty and have it listed as one of their main procedures. I've emailed about 8 so far. And have had three responses back. One the doctor ignored everything and just sent me a generic message to make an appointment to ask questions (they obviously got nixed off my list). Another said they don't perform the wedge method and do twilight sedation cost approx 4k-4.5k. The other said they did do the wedge method under full anesthesia and the cost is approximately 3.4k-4k. I'm still waiting on a few email/phone calls back and will update from there. I think I will have consultations with 2-3 doctors before I settle on one to do my procedure.
Replies (3)
May 7, 2014
I had this procedure 5 days ago. The trim method including a clitoralhoodlift under local anesthesia. It is al going so well and I am so happy! The local anesthesia was no problem the assistents were very nice and talked me trough it. In my case they removed it with a laser. And I really recomand this to you. Because of the laser you will recover faster and the results are very good most of the time. My friend had the wedge method and she went trough hell. I have no problems at all just some sore feeling. I just really want to wish you good luck, and you can ask me anything even photo's. It all looks scary haha but really it's not that big of a deal after all.
Good luck! (Btw i am from germany so i had my operation there. I had labiareduction and clitoralhoodlift under local anesthesia and it costs 1800 euro)
May 8, 2014
WOW! I had the opposite feeling and have been reading something very different: the laser takes more time to heal and honestly I feel that it's all about the surgeon and how you take care of yourself post op as well.. But, everything says laser I talked to Dr. Alter who specializes in wedge and also Dr. Jason there is a big difference in looks and what can be done an the risk as well.
UPDATED FROM BedRockFlin
3 months pre
Got a few responses back. But not really what I was looking for.
BedRockFlinMay 10, 2014
So far my search for a good plastic surgeon is proving more difficult. I decided I'm going to expand my options to gynecologists who offer this procedure also. A few of the plastic surgeons have gotten back to me, many of their prices were pretty high (6k for a trim?!?!). The two surgeons I was most interested in haven't gotten back to me at all (but its only been 4-5 days). I'm determined to find someone who will do it for 4k or under, and preferably under local anesthetics since I'd like to be able to drive home after.
Anywho, thanks for the support from those who already commented :)
Anywho, thanks for the support from those who already commented :)
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May 10, 2014
You won't be able to drive by yourself after this procedure... been there tried it and no way I was able to. I had to call my boyfriend to pick me up... I know its very expensive but IF you consider to do it after all please don't do it by a gynaecologist... they don't do things like that very often.. You can always ask me anything you want since i am recovering right now and i can tell you lots about it.
May 10, 2014
Will it really be that painful after? I've driven home after minor surgeries with stitches, I figured if I could handle it before, I'll be alright. But I guess its probably better to be on the safe side. I am a little annoyed it would cost so much, I don't need much "done" down there, just a trim, no lipo/clitoral hood lift or anything else. But I opened up my thoughts to going as high as 5k total cost on the condition that I can still have local anesthetics rather then to be put out or in twilight. Thank you for the support!
May 10, 2014
It's not the pain that makes you unable to drive, but you can't stretch your legs very well and you will be sitting in a very weird position and that's why you can't drive yourself :)
May 10, 2014
I live in NYC don't own a car, so I took a cab and even then had to have someone escort me home. 5 weeks out so glad I did it...
UPDATED FROM BedRockFlin
3 months pre
Finally got some responses was looking for!
BedRockFlinMay 12, 2014
So all at once, I finally had a few doctors get back to me who sounded like they were offering me what I was looking for in terms of my surgery. I got 3 emails back from doctors who were charging 3k and under for the procedure and offered it under local anesthetic. I'm going to start scheduling appointments. After the appointments, I'll write a little something about the doctors too. There wasn't too much information for doctors in the Maryland area when it comes to this procedure. So hopefully it will help someone else out when they need to get this done and live around Maryland.
I wish you the best of luck on your surgery - please keep us posted. If you are comfortable it would be great if you would post before and after pictures.