As everybody can understand there are many aspects of human body, and even of the women genitalia there are a wide variety of shapes, sizes and appearances, all of which are within the limits of normal. Before undergoing any surgery, it is important to determine whether there really is a problem or not.
We would like our patients to understand that there are many aspects of the human body and specifically speaking the genitalia that are individual to each person. By this we mean that there are a wide variety of shapes, sizes and appearances, all of which are within the limits of normal. Before undergoing any surgery, it is important to determine whether there really is a problem or not.
The most commonly requested procedures are labia minor reduction ('labiaplasty') and liposuction to the mons pubis;
There are few techniques used to decrease the size and protuberance of the labia minor of the vagina. The most common reasons for women to request this operation is because the labia are perceived to be too large and aesthetically un-pleasing or are noticeable in tight clothing, or make sports such as cycling uncomfortable. Some patients have report to have intercourse problems.
The procedure is relatively simple and consists of excising an area of the labia minor using a variety of incisions; and can be performed under local anesthetic. General anesthetic is requested more often.
Good candidates for labia reduction are healthy individuals who do not have medical conditions that impair healing and Non-smokers, if you are a smoker you have to quit a minimum of 2 months before your surgery. Labia reduction won't stop the aging process, recurrence could happen.
During a consultation with our surgeon, your suitability as a candidate for labia reduction will be discussed together with your expectations and objectives, where the incisions are made, the length of surgery time , the recovery time and healing process.
Medications are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedure. The choices include local and or general anesthesia. Our experience anesthetist will recommend the best choice for you.
At New Look Cosmetic Surgery we are proud to offer a technique which leaves scars hidden in most cases and not painful. Careful placement of the scar is important in this type of surgery. We are proud to ensure our patients are fully informed and can make well researched decisions by offering thorough consultations and honest professional advice where no detail is omitted.
Operation Time |
30 minutes |
Anesthesia |
General/Local |
Nights in hospital |
Day case |
Common Risks |
You surgeon will provide a consent form and he will discuss all risks with you during your consultation. |
Follow-up after surgery |
1 week, 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 6 months and anytime you request |
Time off and recovery |
2 weeks |
Sports |
6 weeks fast walking or running, 8 weeks everything |
Result |
You will appreciate the results immediately after the procedure and day by day it will improve further as the swelling goes down |