Is a cosmetic genital surgical procedure that will reduce the size or change the shape of the inner lips (Labia Minora) and or outer lips (Labia Majora) of the vagina. This procedure can eliminate discomfort at the same time enhance the cosmetic appearance of the vagina.
Best Candidates
- Women with long or disproportionate uncomfortable vaginal lips/genitalia
Hospital Consultation
During your consult with the surgeon at the Hospital the surgeon will review your full medical history and examine the structure and skin. All aspects of trimming in this area is discussed at this time.
Procedure
The procedure is done by cutting away unwanted labia tissue to make the desired shape. The surgeon may remove a wedge-shaped section of the labia, leaving the front intact then remove the tissue from behind.
Time: 1 - 2 hours
Anaesthesia: Local or General
Hospitalisation: Outpatient (or possibly 1 night)
Time Away: Allow for at least 7 days in Thailand for appointment, surgery, recovery, post op care, checkup/s and followup/s
Pre Surgery Care
- Avoid all prescribed and over the counter medications (unless specified by your Medical Practitioner), aspirin including: vitamins, herbs, supplements, red wine and smoking for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery. Panadol is acceptable
- Plan to have enough time off for surgery and recovery particularly if other procedures are incorporated
- Maintain hygiene
Post Surgery & Care
- Follow your surgeons post surgical instructions
- Pain is dependent upon the extent of work done and your general health and wellbeing. Every individual is unique and will have different recovery rates and pain thresholds. Pain medication and antibiotics are prescribed
- Dressings and a light gauze bandage will need to be worn for several days
- Dissolvable sutures are used
- Avoid initially and then limit exposure to; any steam, saunas etc, swimming and soaking in water until fully healed
- Sitting will be uncomfortable and long periods of sitting is to be avoided until healed
- High standard of hygiene is essential for healing and recovery
Recovery time
- Bruising and swelling: 3 - 5 days : Sitting without discomfort: 2 weeks
- Normal Activities: 3 - 5 days
- Strenuous Activities: 4 - 5 weeks
Results
A more aesthetically pleasing look and functionality of comfort |
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