Learn about Labiaplasty Surgery - Portland
What you need to know about labiaplasty surgery:
- Excess tissue from the inner labia and clitoral hood is removed.
- Labiaplasty DOES NOT change your sensation.
- The inner labia have a "tucked-in" look.
- Labiaplasty removes the darkly pigmented edge of the labia minora.
- Labiaplasty improves pain.
- I use the "edge-wedge" technique for most labiaplasty surgeries.
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- Outpatient surgery (local anesthesia, intravenous sedation, or general anesthesia)
- Recovery: day to day activities are resumed in 2-3 days, sexual activity can be resumed at 6 weeks
More Details about Labiaplasty:
Overview:
Labia minora reduction (labiaplasty), is a procedure that changes the appearance and size of a woman’s labia minora. A woman’s inner labia can have natural variations in size and shape. Every labiaplasty is different and an expert plastic surgeon is essential. There are an amazing number of nuances involved in making the labia minora reduced in the most aesthetic and safest way possible.
The Consultation with Dr. Hayes:
Every step of the office visit, procedure, and post-operative care is kept as discrete as possible. Your privacy and comfort are the priority of the entire staff. During your consultation you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your specific concerns and talk about the look that you would like to achieve. We'll discuss the procedure, recovery and get all of your questions answered.
The Office Exam:
The exam seems awkward, but we make it easy and comfortable.
During the Surgery:
Dr. Hayes uses techniques for labiaplasty procedures that are less commonly performed, but yield a better result with less noticeable scarring and a more natural appearance of the labia. He uses an "edge-wedge" technique developed by Dr. Adam Oppenheimer. This technique uses incisions to remove excess tissue of the labia minora and clitoral hood.
The surgery is performed as a same-day procedure in a state-of-the-art AAAHC certified operating room. There are several options for anesthesia during the procedure. Some patients choose to have only local anesthesia, so that they may drive themselves home after the procedure. For patients who desire deeper sedation, intravenous sedation or general anesthesia can be used. All anesthesia is administered by board certified physician anesthesiologists.
Recovery:
After the surgery Austin Hayes MD stays in close contact with each patient to make sure that he’s available to answer any questions. Return to activities varies depending on which procedures were performed. Most women can return to exercise after two weeks. Biking activities can be resumed at four weeks. Return to sexual activity varies based on the specific procedure, but usually occurs at 4-6 weeks.
Expected Cost:
The cost of surgery can vary slightly based on each person's anatomy and the type of anesthesia that is used. Check out our pricing page for up to date prices.
Labia minora reduction (labiaplasty), is a procedure that changes the appearance and size of a woman’s labia minora. A woman’s inner labia can have natural variations in size and shape. Every labiaplasty is different and an expert plastic surgeon is essential. There are an amazing number of nuances involved in making the labia minora reduced in the most aesthetic and safest way possible.
The Consultation with Dr. Hayes:
Every step of the office visit, procedure, and post-operative care is kept as discrete as possible. Your privacy and comfort are the priority of the entire staff. During your consultation you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your specific concerns and talk about the look that you would like to achieve. We'll discuss the procedure, recovery and get all of your questions answered.
The Office Exam:
The exam seems awkward, but we make it easy and comfortable.
- Our office is a relaxing space.
- There is NO SPECULUM.
- It is a looking exam, guided by you with a mirror.
- The only touching is with a Q-Tip
- The exam takes 20-30 seconds.
During the Surgery:
Dr. Hayes uses techniques for labiaplasty procedures that are less commonly performed, but yield a better result with less noticeable scarring and a more natural appearance of the labia. He uses an "edge-wedge" technique developed by Dr. Adam Oppenheimer. This technique uses incisions to remove excess tissue of the labia minora and clitoral hood.
The surgery is performed as a same-day procedure in a state-of-the-art AAAHC certified operating room. There are several options for anesthesia during the procedure. Some patients choose to have only local anesthesia, so that they may drive themselves home after the procedure. For patients who desire deeper sedation, intravenous sedation or general anesthesia can be used. All anesthesia is administered by board certified physician anesthesiologists.
Recovery:
After the surgery Austin Hayes MD stays in close contact with each patient to make sure that he’s available to answer any questions. Return to activities varies depending on which procedures were performed. Most women can return to exercise after two weeks. Biking activities can be resumed at four weeks. Return to sexual activity varies based on the specific procedure, but usually occurs at 4-6 weeks.
Expected Cost:
The cost of surgery can vary slightly based on each person's anatomy and the type of anesthesia that is used. Check out our pricing page for up to date prices.
Labiaplasty FAQS:
Do I need a labiaplasty?
Having a labiaplasty is a very personal decision. My goal to help woman with confidence and improve any symptoms that they may be having. Women generally seek labiaplasty for two reasons. Enlarged labia can be painful when wearing tight clothes or being physically active. Some women also seek labiaplasty for appearance changes. Specifically because of labia "show," where the inner labia (the labia minora) protrude beyond the outer labia (the labia majora). During a labiaplasty the labia minora are reduced--not removed--so that there is a more "tucked in" look to the vagina.
Will my partner know I had a labiaplasty?
I use an "edge-wedge" labiaplasty technique. The scars are hidden between the labia minora and majora (the inner and outer labia). The scar along the edge of the inner labia heals nicely and is almost invisible. Dr. Hayes uses absorbable stitches that are entirely buried underneath the skin. No stitches to remove increases your comfort and minimizes scarring.
Can a labiaplasty be combined with other surgical procedures?
Labiaplasty can be combined with other plastic surgery procedures. Labiaplasty can be combined with clitoral hood reduction, breast surgeries (augmentation or lift) and liposuction procedures.
Having a labiaplasty is a very personal decision. My goal to help woman with confidence and improve any symptoms that they may be having. Women generally seek labiaplasty for two reasons. Enlarged labia can be painful when wearing tight clothes or being physically active. Some women also seek labiaplasty for appearance changes. Specifically because of labia "show," where the inner labia (the labia minora) protrude beyond the outer labia (the labia majora). During a labiaplasty the labia minora are reduced--not removed--so that there is a more "tucked in" look to the vagina.
Will my partner know I had a labiaplasty?
I use an "edge-wedge" labiaplasty technique. The scars are hidden between the labia minora and majora (the inner and outer labia). The scar along the edge of the inner labia heals nicely and is almost invisible. Dr. Hayes uses absorbable stitches that are entirely buried underneath the skin. No stitches to remove increases your comfort and minimizes scarring.
Can a labiaplasty be combined with other surgical procedures?
Labiaplasty can be combined with other plastic surgery procedures. Labiaplasty can be combined with clitoral hood reduction, breast surgeries (augmentation or lift) and liposuction procedures.