Labiaplasty in Houston, TX

The answer will be somewhat dependent on the type of labiaplasty Dr. Do recommends. There are several types of labiaplasty that are used to correct different concerns that patients have. This procedure might also be combined with other vaginal rejuvenation procedures, which will also affect your labiaplasty cost in Houston, follow-up, and aftercare.

1. As an outpatient procedure, you should plan for a friend or family member to drive you home.
2. Most labiaplasty procedures take less than an hour to complete.
3. Dr. Do will use either the Edge Trim Method, a Central Wedge Excision, or a Double Wedge Resection to reshape your labia and achieve your goals.
4. Dr. Do may reshape the inner lips of the vulva (labia minora), the outer ones (labia majora), or both to fully treat your symptoms and for the best final result.
5. If the labia lack volume or have become lax due to aging or childbirth, they can be augmented with fat grafting techniques.
6. Other procedures might be performed at the same time, including a clitoral hood reduction, vaginoplasty, or a mommy makeover.
7. After the procedure, you will rest under supervision until you are ready to go home.
8. You should rest for a few days before resuming normal light activities.
9. Avoid soaking in water or using tampons until you are fully healed.
10. Avoid sexual activity, bike riding, and similar straddling activities for 4-6 weeks or as long as your doctor recommends.

You should expect some bruising and swelling in the vaginal area, which is temporary and should resolve over time. Pain is usually mild, and treated with OTC pain relievers. If you have dissolving sutures you may notice them coming apart as the healing process continues.

You may be scheduled for a follow-up visit with our team, but there is no reason to wait if you have excessive pain levels or other concerns. Swelling and redness should get gradually better over a few days, if they recur or get worse, please contact our office immediately, as this can be a sign of infection.

Most patients feel up to returning to normal activities, including work, within a few days. Wear loose-fitting undergarments and avoid stretching or vigorous exercise for a few weeks. You can resume sexual activity and straddling sports like bike riding or horseback riding after 4-6 weeks or as your doctor instructs.

Scars from this kind of minor surgery are usually well concealed and difficult to detect after healing. There is an art to choosing the right technique and disguising incisions, so the skill of your cosmetic surgeon plays a big role in the aesthetic appearance of the final results.

Numbing cream and a local anesthetic are used so that your procedure will be pain-free. Most patients can easily distract themselves with a magazine, tablet, or smartphone while they relax during the process. During recovery from your labiaplasty, you may have some swelling and minor discomfort, which can be treated with cooling packs and pain relievers.

Because women with enlarged labia often also have excess skin around the clitoris, you may also consider a clitoral hood reduction procedure. If the cause of your enlarged labia is pregnancy and childbirth, you might consider a vaginoplasty to tighten the vaginal muscles and surrounding tissues. Some patients choose a labiaplasty in connection with a complete mommy makeover, which includes a tummy tuck, breast lift, and liposuction.

This procedure will not have any effect on your ability to get pregnant or bear a child in the future. If you are planning a pregnancy in the near future, it might be advisable to wait, but you can have another labiaplasty or vaginoplasty later in life if needed.

There should be little or no changes to sensation after your labiaplasty. The vaginal lips have very little sensation, except in the frenulum area, and we take great care not to disturb this region. If you were having painful pinching and pulling during intercourse or intimacy because of your enlarged labia, you can expect to stop having those sensations.

Your ability to experience physical pleasure is not usually increased or decreased by a labiaplasty. Some patients experience greater sexual pleasure due to an improved level of confidence about their bodies.

A double board certified cosmetic surgeon who has experience with vaginal rejuvenation like Dr. Do is a great choice for this procedure. Labiaplasty is sometimes performed by a gynecologist as well. You should choose a surgeon with extensive qualifications and a track record of satisfied patients. They should have a compassionate and comfortable evaluation process and help you feel fully informed about your options.

We encourage you to schedule a completely free virtual or in-person consultation with us right away. While we realize that it can feel embarrassing to start this conversation, our team is 100% on your side and dedicated to helping you choose the right procedure at the right time. Contact us today to meet with a fully trained female Patient Care Coordinator to discreetly discuss the process and approximate costs, and get answers to all of your questions.