Labioplasty is also known as Labia Reduction, Inner lip Reduction, Labia Minora Reduction or Vaginal Rejuvenation. Cosmetic Labioplasty involves surgically reducing and/or reshaping the female external genital structures. Large or asymmetric labia may cause a host of problems. Protruding labia may be uncomfortable, may chaff against underwear or be visible through swimming costumes. More commonly, large labia tend to make women self-conscious about their appearance, which may impact on their relationships.

Labioplasty is requested by women of all ages and walks of life. Feeling good about how you look can build self-confidence and self-esteem. Some patients report improvement in their sex-lives as a result.

Corrective procedure can be performed in a day surgery and recovery takes about two weeks. We understand that this can be a sensitive procedure to discuss openly.  Please be reassured that all my staff will treat your enquiry with absolute discretion. Images are available in private consultation.

The goal of Dr Mark Kohout and the staff is to make your surgical experience as easy and comfortable for you as possible. Smokers must stop smoking 3 weeks before surgery. Aspirin and some anti-inflammatory drugs used for the treatment of arthritis can cause increased bleeding, so you should avoid taking these medications for 2 weeks before surgery. It is helpful to have the genital area shaven or waxed several days prior to surgery as you will find it easier to look after the stitches after surgery. Apart from a normal diet and hygiene, no special preparation is necessary.

Your operation
The operation will take anywhere between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the type and extent of the operation. The incisions will be places according to the preoperative plan formulated by Dr Mark Kohout. The stitches used in the operation are dissolving, so that looking after the operation will be easier. Once the operation itself is finished, antibiotic ointment is applied to the sutures.