LABIAPLASTY

Also known as labial reduction

DESCRIPTION

A labiaplasty is a plastic surgery procedure for changing the labia minora (inner labia) and/or labia majora (outer labia). Most women seeking Labiaplasty are those with congenital conditions that might cause physical discomfort, others who have experienced change of color size and shape of the labia after child birth and some wish to alter the appearance of their genitals for aesthetic reasons.

LENGTH OF SURGERY

In general, the surgery takes 1-2 hours.

TYPE OF ANESTHESIA

General Anesthesia is the common anesthesia used for this procedure, however local anesthesia can be used.

RISKS

• Infection
• Excessive bleeding
• Numbness
• Loss of sensation
• Scarring

We strongly advise you ask your surgeon all the doubts and questions you have about risks and possible complications in detail.

RECOVERY TIME

• Initial recovery time in destination: 2-3 days
• Full recovery process: 2 weeks with care and no strenuous activity
• Final results: 4-6 weeks