When a surgical correction of the inner labia may be considered
Enlarged inner labia (labia minora) that are visible in the intimate area can be a sensitive subject for many women, which they may be reluctant to discuss even with close confidants. Increased embarrassment may lead to avoiding intimate shaving or wearing tight pants and can make those affected feel insecure in public.
The causes of such enlargement can be varied: in younger women it is often a genetically determined shape that some regard as an aesthetic shortcoming; tissue changes due to age or hormones can also be present.
Possible consequences can be physical: if the particularly sensitive intimate area is not covered by the outer labia, increased friction while sitting or during sports such as cycling or horseback riding can lead to swelling and pain. Sexual intercourse may also be affected, which can potentially have a negative impact on sexual life.
Furthermore, persistent irritation in this area can also be psychologically burdensome: some affected persons feel restricted in their natural body movements or fear appearing unattractive. As a result, they may prefer covered clothing or avoid visits to swimming pools and saunas — aspects that can impair quality of life.
An outpatient labiaplasty performed at PraxisClinic Jadore by Dr. Jethon can — depending on the individual starting situation — gently contribute to improving your personal well‑being. To remove the excess tissue, the experienced surgeon applies a special technique to restore the natural shape of the inner labia without loss of sensation and thus support a liberating body feeling.
Dr. Jethon – Your experienced physician and partner for surgical reduction of the inner labia at PraxisClinic Jadore
With Dr. Christoph Jethon you have an experienced plastic surgeon for labiaplasty at your side when you decide on the surgical tightening of your inner labia at PraxisClinic Jadore. Dr. Jethon accompanies you from the first step through all phases of this operation, which he performs personally. He places his pronounced aesthetic sense and his perfect technique at your service so that this procedure will be as gentle as possible for you. Each surgical correction of the inner labia is tailored by Dr. Christoph Jethon to the individual female anatomy to achieve your — and his — goal: creating a harmonious shape that — according to your personal preferences — can strengthen your self‑confidence and sense of security.
The procedure of a surgical reduction of the inner labia with Dr. Christoph Jethon
The surgical reduction of the inner labia requires the full skill of an experienced plastic surgeon, as Dr. Christoph Jethon is, so that not only the operation itself achieves the planned success, but also the subsequent healing proceeds smoothly and quickly. It is equally important that flexibility and sensitivity in the intimate area are fully preserved. Dr. Jethon accompanies you in all phases required to successfully perform the surgical reduction of the inner labia at PraxisClinic Jadore. The first step is always a detailed consultation with you as the patient.
Your personal preliminary consultation with Dr. Christoph Jethon for a reduction of the inner labia
If you are planning a surgical reduction of the inner labia at PraxisClinic Jadore, Dr. Christoph Jethon will first conduct a comprehensive preparatory consultation with you; he takes time to learn your personal reasons for this procedure as well as your wishes and hopes. Dr. Jethon will then explain to you to what extent these can be achieved by correcting the inner labia and also what costs will arise for you.
An additional gynecological examination clarifies the anatomical circumstances present in your personal case that could be relevant for the procedure, and any findings from your medical history may also be considered. To largely exclude possible health risks, possible allergies to medications or care substances as well as the required anesthesia are also discussed.
Finally, Dr. Christoph Jethon will inform you about what you can already do to prepare yourself optimally for the planned procedure.
How best to prepare yourself for the surgical procedure for a reduction of the inner labia
The cuts necessary in an intimate-area operation always require a certain time to heal. You can actively support this process yourself by observing the following notes already 2 weeks before your planned appointment:
Medication intake
About 2 weeks before your visit to PraxisClinic Jadore for correction of the inner labia you should stop taking all medications that could increase bleeding tendency — this includes aspirin as well as all products containing acetylsalicylic acid, and also sleeping pills. This of course does not apply to medications that are medically necessary and prescribed by your doctor; please inform Dr. Jethon about these during the preparatory consultation.
Tobacco and alcohol consumption
Regular smoking is known to increase the risk of circulation disorders and also impairs wound healing — factors that are particularly important after surgery. Frequent alcohol consumption also has a negative effect. Dr. Christoph Jethon therefore advises his patients to give up or significantly reduce both at the latest 2 weeks before the operation.
Checklist for preparation for the surgical correction of the labia:
- Avoid medications with blood‑thinning effects and sleeping pills
- No tobacco or alcohol consumption about 2 weeks before the operation date
How does the operation for a reduction of the inner labia proceed?
For an operation to reduce the inner labia only an outpatient stay at PraxisClinic Jadore is necessary. Before the procedure Dr. Christoph Jethon marks the area of the labia to be removed. Afterwards you will receive either a local anesthetic or an analgosedation so that you are in a twilight sleep during the operation.
The procedure for shortening the inner labia takes about 60 minutes. Dr. Christoph performs it personally; due to his many years of experience in the field of labiaplasty he knows exactly how much excess tissue must be removed so that the shape and size of the inner labia reach the right measure and he also achieves an aesthetically pleasing visual result. He proceeds as gently as possible to ensure that your sensitivity in the intimate area is not impaired.
The scars resulting from the operation regress over time and are eventually hardly noticeable or perceptible. Dr. Christoph Jethon places great importance on as inconspicuous and non‑disturbing a scar course as possible; the special technique and the material that Dr. Jethon uses for suturing prevent sensory disturbance and also reduce scar size to a minimum. For this purpose Dr. Jethon uses an absorbable material that saves you a later suture removal.
Checklist for the surgical reduction of the inner labia
- Local anesthesia or twilight sleep
- Duration of the operation: approx. 60 minutes
- Outpatient clinic stay at PraxisClinic Jadore
Risks and consequences of a surgical reduction of the inner labia
After the anesthesia wears off the inner labia may be more sensitive in the following days; there may also be mild pain as well as bruising and swelling. All of these aftereffects, however, do not represent a serious problem or risk and subside again after a few days.
What should I pay attention to in the days following the operation?
The healing process after a labia correction takes approximately two weeks. To avoid impairing wound healing in the intimate area, you should refrain from showering in the following two to three days; when cleaning, proceed gently and use only mild, gentle solutions, because excessive intimate hygiene tends to have a negative effect here.
Physical activities — especially cycling and horseback riding — should be suspended for about 2–4 weeks; lighter gymnastics may be possible in consultation with Dr. Christoph Jethon. It is also advisable to refrain from sexual intercourse for roughly the same period so that the labia are not strained and the scars do not tear — at least until the intimate area no longer feels more sensitive than before the operation. After that you can enjoy the most beautiful thing in the world again without restriction.
Checklist for the weeks directly after the operation:
- No showering or sauna visits in the following 2–3 days
- Socially presentable: immediately
- Able to work: after 3 days
- Pause with sporting activities for the coming 2–4 weeks
- No sexual intercourse for about 2–4 weeks
Healing process after a reduction of the inner labia
The tissue of the inner labia is naturally very sensitive and highly vascularized. This also means that the healing process usually proceeds quickly and without complications. The prerequisite for this, however, is rest and no strong physical strain in any respect. Scar formation is minimized by the modern surgical technique that Dr. Jethon applies, so that the scars are later almost invisible. Sensitivity of the corrected labia returns at the latest after six weeks, so that you can then fully enjoy a new phase in your life together with your partner.
Correction of the outer labia
In addition to the reduction of the inner labia, Dr. Christoph Jethon also performs a correction of the outer labia at PraxisClinic Jadore.
How much does a labia reduction cost?
As a rule, only approximate costs can be given for surgical procedures, since the price is determined individually by the effort and duration of the procedure.
An overview of our treatment prices can be found on our price list.
