Dr. Kenneth Hughes, Harvard-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon, performs female rejuvenation procedures including labiaplasty in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Some of these procedures are referred to by various names, labiaplasty, labial rejuvenation, vaginaplasty, and vaginal rejuvenation, among others. There is an increasing trend toward women voicing concerns about the appearance of their genitalia.
The mons pubis (pubic mound), the labia majora (outer lips), and the labia minora (inner lips) may all be areas that are amenable to improvement. Mons liposuction can be an important adjunct to decrease the fullness of the pubic region. The labia majora are sometimes addressed if there is an issue of deflation or the perception of bulkiness or fullness in the labia majora. The labia minora (the inner lips) are most frequently addressed due to concerns of enlargement.
Some women experience discomfort during sex or physical activity from enlarged labia, while some women want the appearance of the labia refined. Whatever the reason, Dr. Hughes can reduce and reshape the labia to produce a more refined look to the labia in a simple outpatient procedure.
There are two basic variations of the labiaplasty, the trim method and the wedge method. Dr. Hughes performs both types and allows the patient to decide based on what appearance she would like to have. The trim method involves removing the outer edge of the labia to reduce it. Thus, in this method, the pigmented border is partially or completely removed. A small cuff of labial tissue is always preserved in either method, usually 8 mm or more. The trim method is closed in a very precise fashion to prevent scalloping or unevenness.
The wedge method preserves the natural border of the labia and thus retains the hyperpigmented border. This method involves removing an internal wedge of tissue to reduce the size of the labia. Though the risk for separation in this method is higher, the border is smooth as this method preserves the natural border.
In addition, the clitoral hood can be reduced as well if indicated. This can be performed in several ways depending upon the amount of laxity and the location of laxity.
The procedure takes about 1 hour to perform and the recovery is usually uneventful. Patients must refrain from intercourse, strenuous physical activity, and vigorous cleansing during the first 4 to 6 weeks after surgery to prevent suture line disruption and opening of the incisions.
Many of the patients who desire labiaplasty may also be interested in vaginoplasty or other surgeries like the mommy makeover surgery. The mommy makeover procedures frequently involve a tummy tuck and breast augmentation along with other surgeries including breast lift, liposuction, and Brazilian buttlift.
Please note that pricing for Labiaplasty may vary based on the individual needs of the patient.
Dr. Kenneth Hughes can help further explain the details of the labiaplasty procedure and help you decide what procedures may be the best for you. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Hughes.
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After searching for months for the perfect Dr, I came across Dr Hughes. He's so kind and honest! He responds to all my emails within a short period of time. (I send him a lot of questions, trust me) I'm 5'3 about 115. Pretty petite frame but he was able to put 960 cc into each cheek and also added some fat into my hips. Which I think is ammmmazing. I didn't think I had that much fat for him to transfer. With the aggressive lipo he is known for I had very little bruising and I felt fine 3 days post op! I'm so in love with my new butt and tiny waist, it's perfect!
