LABIOPLASTY SURGERY (labia reduction)

Labioplasty (vaginal lip reduction) reduces the size of the the labia minora at the entrance to the vagina to make the vaginal "lips" more aesthetically pleasing.

Many women suffer from oversized or asymmetrical labia minora, the folds of skin or "inner lips" surrounding the entrance to the vagina.

Asymmetrical or elongated labia can cause irritation, physical discomfort, and may be a cause of embarrassment with a sexual partner. Note that, just like other parts of the body, labia are not usually perfectly symmetrical (ie. one is usually longer than the other).

If you have oversized, asymmetrical, &/or protruding inner vaginal "lips" (labia minora) that are causing symptoms or are a source of embarrassment, labioplasty surgery may be for you.

Labioplasty reduces the labia minora so that the inner "lips" don't protrude from the outer "lips" to produce a more aesthetically pleasing look.

What is involved with labioplasty surgery?

Labioplasty surgery is usually done under local anaethetic &/or sedation, most often as a day-case procedure. The operation takes about 20 minutes.

Labioplasty may be carried out using a laser, scalpel, or Iris scissors. The specific method used will depend on the surgeon.

You can usually return to work 3 to 4 days after surgery.

No tampons, constricting underwear (eg. g-strings), or sex for ~6 weeks.

No riding/cycling for at least 3 weeks.

Potential complications of labioplasty

- infection
- bleeding
- scarring

When combined with vaginoplasty (vagina tightening), this surgery is often referred to in the media as the "designer vagina".