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Who Should I Talk To About Labiaplasty?

Being as informed as possible will help you make the best decision. You should talk to a board-certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. Smita to provide the best advice.

Does A Labiaplasty Make Me Less Sensitive?

A clinical study done by the American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery found that most labiaplasties are performed safely and don’t cause sensation loss because nerve density in the labia minora is uniform.

How Do I Know I Need Labiaplasty?

Some women cannot wear the clothing they want because of their labia; it may get twisted or torn and cause discomfort when they wear tight clothing. Also, they sometimes cannot engage in physical activities such as riding a bicycle because of the discomfort and pain.

Is My Labiaplasty Medically Necessary?

Women may want a labiaplasty for several reasons. First, studies show that most women want the procedure to repair a labia that is elongated or enlarged because of aging or childbirth.

If your labia is getting stuck or sucked into the vagina during sex, you should talk to Dr. Smita to determine if the procedure is medically necessary. In some cases, this can lead to infection and other problems, and insurance could cover the procedure.

What Are The Biggest Risks Of Labiaplasty?

Most labiaplasties go well, but the most common problems are excessive scarring, infections, and hematoma. Sometimes, a follow-up procedure is needed to correct complications.

Is It Normal To Have An Enlarged Labia?

Some women have larger labia than others, and this is normal. However, if your labia causes you discomfort when you wear tight clothes, have sex, or exercise, you may want to consider labiaplasty.

How Painful Is Labiaplasty Recovery?

Labiaplasty isn’t a painful procedure, and you should be up and about after two or three days. However, you can expect mild pain and swelling afterward. Most patients say the swelling disappears after a week or two.

Does A Labiaplasty Help With Yeast Infections?

If you have chronic yeast infections and enlarged labia, this procedure can help you control symptoms. In addition, after the surgery, the inner lips will be shorter than the vulvar lips so you have fewer infections.

How Long Will I Take To Heal After Labiaplasty?

Most people can go back to their regular activities after one or two weeks.

When Will The Stitches Fall Out After Labiaplasty?

During this procedure, the surgeon usually uses dissolvable stitches that will be gone in three or four weeks. The labiaplasty scars blend in with the labia minora because of its many folds and wrinkles.

Is There Anyone Who Shouldn’t Have A Labiaplasty?

As with any surgery, it’s essential to be in good overall health before having a labiaplasty. Anyone who has a severe illness or disease should not have this procedure.

You also should be in good mental health to have the procedure because there are no ‘perfect’ labia. So if you expect your results to look a certain way, you could be disappointed.

Can I Be Awake During Labiaplasty?

Most surgeons use general anesthesia for labiaplasty. It only takes an hour or two to recover from anesthesia, but you will need someone to drive you home.

How Long After This Procedure Can You Wear Jeans?

You’ll need to wear loose clothing for about six weeks after the procedure. However, you should be able to wear jeans again after six to eight weeks. During your follow-up visits, Dr. Smita will check your anatomy and let you know when it’s appropriate to wear tighter-fitting clothing again.

Are A Labiaplasty’s Results Guaranteed?

The purpose of a labiaplasty is to shorten the labia for functional and appearance reasons. People who have had their labia get tugged, twisted, or torn will find immediate relief; many say the procedure is life-changing.

If you have realistic expectations about this procedure, you should be pleased with the outcome.

Does This Procedure Cause Vaginal Dryness?

In a few cases, chronic vaginal dryness does happen. This can lead to a higher chance of yeast or bacterial infections, painful sex, and discomfort.

If you have vaginal dryness after labiaplasty, using a lubricant can make sex more satisfying.

How Common Is Labiaplasty Surgery?

Labiaplasty is more common than a decade ago, but it’s still relatively rare. It’s estimated that 12.756 labiaplasties were done in 2018.

When Can I Walk After Labiaplasty?

Like any surgery, you will need recovery time after labiaplasty. You should avoid physical activity for about two days after surgery, including exercise, walking, or sex. After a few days, you can go for walks, but you But, again don’t have sex or exercise intensely for about four weeks.