Labia reduction, also referred to as labiaplasty, is a surgical procedure that will reduce and or reshape the skin that covers the female clitoris and vaginal opening.
Women may be interested in this procedure for a number of reasons. In some cases women who have large labia can experience pain during sexual intercourse or friction caused by tight fitting clothes can lead to discomfort during everyday activities such as wearing certain clothing or a swim suit. Large labia may make some women feel unattractive or they may be looking to enhance their sexual experience by removing some of the skin covering the clitoris. It is also popular procedure to have after childbirth as tearing and stretching of the vagina may occur resulting in an unattractive appearance. In this case labiaplasty assists the vagina in returning to its pre-pregnancy form. This procedure can be extremely rewarding and can greatly increase your confidence.
Labia reduction can be performed under a local or general anaesthetic and usually takes an hour to carry out. The surgeon will remove the excess skin by trimming the edges of the labia with a scalpel. The wound is sealed using dissolvable stitches so they do not need to be removed afterwards.
The scars are small and the wound will heal relatively quickly however the labia can initially be sensitive and swollen after the procedure. Fluids can exit the wound because the labia are filled with blood vessels so most women have to wear a panty liner and loose undergarments for a couple of weeks in order to reduce discomfort and to capture any blood that has been lost. Personal hygiene is extremely important for this procedure and it is important that you take extra care of the wound during the first few days. You should shower once or twice a day and rinse the vagina every time you use the toilet. It is advised are advised to avoid intercourse during the first four weeks after the labiaplasty procedure.
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