We discussed your most frequently asked questions about labia minora hypertrophy and labiaplasty. Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure preferred in conditions such as excessively saggy, wide, wrinkled or asymmetric labia minora.
You can read this section to see the answers to your most frequently asked questions about labia minora hypertrophy and labiaplasty.
In general, labia minora hypertrophy a structural problem. It may also have familial (hereditary) characteristics. On the other hand, fungal infections, itching due to frequent vaginitis and excessive stimulation of the labia minora due to frequent masturbation are some other causes of labia minora hypertrophy. Labia minora hypertrophy, in other words excess skin in this area is also known as ‘labial hypertrophy’. Labial hypertrophy can develop in cases of some lymphatic circulation disorders, as well.
If the labia minora extend beyond the labia majora when the patient stands with legs together, the diagnosis is made. The labia majora should normally hide the labia minora.
Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure preferred in conditions such as excessively saggy, wide, wrinkled, and dark colored labia minora. In addition, conditions where one labium is different from the other (asymmetry) is an indication for labiaplasty.
Many patients who have had labiaplasty do not share their condition with even their closest relatives. Internet and social media could be the most effective way to choose ‘the best physician performing labiaplasty'.
It is a kind of labiaplasty procedure that we perform in such a way as to ensure that the labia minora will be minimally reduced; the skin tissue above will be thinned without uncovering the clitoris, and a thin ' cleft of venus’ between the labia majora will be visible when the woman stands with legs together. Patients show great interest in it. If required, fat grafting or hyaluronic acid injection can be performed on the labia majora in the same session.
Although labiaplasty is not difficult, it is a very specific surgical procedure that involves many small details. Since it is not included in medical and residency training, we recommend you to contact physicians who have specialized in this field.
A labiaplasty operation usually takes 1 to 1.5 hours depending on its extent.
Yes. In line with the demands of the patient, labiaplasty surgery can be performed under local anesthesia, that is, by anesthetizing the surgical site only.
You can have your surgery on the same day if you talk with us about it beforehand and allow us to make the necessary planning. If you live in the city where we live, we recommend you to first come to our clinic for a detailed consultation.
No. Labiaplasty like any other genital cosmetic surgery cannot be performed during pregnancy. it is necessary to wait for at least 3 months after a childbirth.
Labiaplasty before-and-after photos are not shared on our website because it would be illegal. If you send us an e-mail or Whatsapp message to see photos, we can share with you the photos of some of our patients who had permissions.
It is a surgical operation that requires effort and patience. It involves many subtleties together. We can say labiaplasty is not expensive compared to other aesthetic procedures.
It poses the risks such as bleeding, infection, edema, and wound dehiscence, which are the general risks involved in every operation. In order to reduce such risks, it is important to do your post-operative care carefully, change your dressings regularly, avoid constipation and be careful about your diet. Of course, your doctor's experience and surgical technique are also extremely important in reducing the complications of labiaplasty.
Yes, labiaplasty can be easily performed on virgins. It never damages the hymen.
A very large part of it recovers in the first postoperative month. Heavy exercises and sports such as swimming, horse riding, cycling, yoga, pilates, and running are allowed after the first postoperative month.
They are usually performed in private clinics and hospitals.
Labiaplasty usually does not leave surgical scar; and cannot be noticed even during gynecologist examination. Labiaplasty surgeries provide a very natural and aesthetically attractive appearance, and in parallel to this, patient satisfaction becomes very high.
Labiaplasty prices vary depending on the physician who performs the operation and the medical center where the operation is performed. On the other hand, prices may differ also depending on the extent of the labiaplasty operation. In order to get detailed information about this subject, it is helpful to get examined first.
This is a frequently asked question (FAQ). Labia minora hypertrophy depresses the woman and negatively affects her quality of life. However, it would be more appropriate to ask this question to a religious scholar.
If prior planning is made, your labiaplasty and other genital cosmetic surgeries can be performed in Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir by Dr. Süleyman Eserdağ, who is a Cosmetic Gynecologist, international Cosmetic Gynecology Instructor, and the chairman of ISAGSS (the International Society of Aesthetic Genital Surgery and Sexology). You can call our clinic to get an appointment.
In this section, you will find some of the hands-on aesthetic genital surgery (cosmetic gynecology) courses, trainings and meetings given by Assoc. Prof. Süleyman Eserdağ.