Overview

Labiaplasty is a transformative procedure designed to help you feel more confident and comfortable in your body. Whether you’re looking to enhance the appearance of the labia or address physical discomfort caused by excess tissue, this surgery offers a personalized solution tailored to your goals.

Factors like childbirth, aging, or genetics can affect the size and shape of the labia, leading to irritation, discomfort, or self-consciousness. Labiaplasty restores balance and symmetry, creating a smoother, natural look while addressing functional concerns. This procedure empowers you to embrace greater comfort during everyday activities and enjoy a renewed sense of confidence in your appearance.

What Types of Labioplasty Do We Offer?

Labiaplasty can be customized to meet your specific needs, focusing primarily on the labia minora and clitoral hood:

Labia Minora Reduction: This procedure reduces the size of the inner vaginal lips, addressing concerns such as asymmetry, elongation, or irritation caused by excess tissue. Techniques include the trim method, which removes excess tissue along the outer edges for a smooth, symmetrical appearance, and the wedge method, which removes a V-shaped section of tissue while preserving the natural edge of the labia. For those seeking a more sculpted appearance, both the clamshell and Barbie techniques creates a uniform, tucked look by removing additional tissue for a sleeker aesthetic.

Clitoral Hood Reduction: Often performed alongside labia minora reduction, this procedure removes excess tissue around the clitoris to enhance sensitivity, reduce bulk, and improve the overall aesthetic.

Each technique is tailored to your anatomy, goals, and desired outcome, ensuring results that feel both natural and proportional.

Why is Labiaplasty Done?

Labiaplasty is performed for various reasons, including:  

• Alleviating discomfort caused by enlarged or asymmetrical labia. 
• Enhancing the appearance of the labia for a more balanced, symmetrical look. 
• Reducing irritation during physical activities or when wearing tight clothing or swimwear. 
• Alleviating discomfort during sexual intercourse.
• Boosting confidence and improving self-esteem.  

This procedure helps patients feel more comfortable both physically and emotionally, creating a lasting impact on their daily lives.

How Long Do Labiaplasty Results Last?

The results of labiaplasty are long-lasting, with most patients enjoying their improved comfort and appearance for many years. Factors like aging or hormonal changes may affect the area over time, but the overall benefits of the procedure should remain intact. 

Who is a Good Candidate for Labiaplasty?

Good candidates for labiaplasty include individuals who:  

• Experience physical discomfort or irritation due to the size or shape of their labia. 
• Are self-conscious about the appearance of their labia. 
• Are nonsmokers or can stop smoking before surgery. 
• Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations for the procedure.  

Labiaplasty is a highly personal decision, and the ideal candidate is someone motivated by their own goals and desires, not external pressures. 

How to Prepare for Labiaplasty

Patients should stop smoking at least four weeks before surgery, as smoking can impair healing. Your surgeon may also advise you to avoid certain medications, such as blood thinners, that increase bleeding risk. It’s important to arrange for transportation and post-surgery care, as you’ll need assistance during the initial recovery period. Prior to surgery, your surgeon will provide specific instructions on fasting and any pre-operative tests. Following these guidelines closely will help ensure a successful procedure and optimal results.

What Happens During the Surgery?

Labiaplasty is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the procedure and your preference. We begin by marking the treatment area to guide the incisions. For labia minora reduction, excess tissue is removed using precise incisions, and the edges are carefully reshaped for symmetry. In a wedge resection of the labia minora, we remove a central portion of the labia minora tissue, sculpting the area to achieve a smaller, smoother, and symmetrical appearance. This technique minimizes exposed labial edges while creating a refined, “tucked-in” contour, ideal for patients seeking a highly polished aesthetic.

Using precise incisions, we carefully reshape the remaining labia for balance and proportionality. If a clitoral hood reduction is part of your procedure, we remove excess tissue around the clitoris to enhance both appearance and sensitivity. Once we achieve the desired shape, we close the incisions with dissolvable sutures and apply bandages to support healing and reduce swelling. Our approach ensures precise, natural-looking results tailored to your goals.

Risks

As with any surgical procedure, labiaplasty carries some risks, most significantly poor healing and dehiscence, which can require further surgery. Other potential complications include infection, scarring, bleeding, or changes in sensation. However, these risks are rare, and further minimized by the care of our experienced surgical team. Following post-operative instructions can further minimize complications.

Benefits

Labiaplasty provides numerous physical and emotional benefits. By reducing the size and improving the symmetry of the labia, the procedure alleviates discomfort caused by irritation or chafing, allowing for greater ease during physical activities and daily life. Many patients report feeling more confident wearing fitted clothing, swimsuits, or lingerie, thanks to the improved appearance of the area. Additionally, labiaplasty can enhance intimate experiences by addressing discomfort or improving sensation during sexual intercourse. Overall, this procedure empowers patients to feel more comfortable and confident in their own skin.