Penile Thickening with Autologous Fat

Options for Penile Thickening

Many men seeking penile enlargement desire not only more length but also more girth. Targeted penile thickening can harmonize proportions, emphasize the visual penile length and, through added volume, create a more robust appearance of the organ – effects that are noticeable even in the erect state.

Fundamentally two methods are available for penile thickening:

• Hyaluronic acid fillers: a localized injection with hyaluronic acid that is reabsorbed by the body after several months and is therefore mainly suitable for temporary corrections.
• Autologous fat transplantation: the body's own fat tissue is gently harvested by liposuction, processed and filtered so that predominantly stable fat cells can be used for the transplantation.

Autologous fat tissue transplantation is regarded in the specialist literature as the "gold standard" for permanent penile thickening. Interested parties can find this in the standard work by Krupp + Rennekampff "Plastische Chirurgie" (3rd ed./2005), where the professional use of autologous fat for penile thickening is explicitly described as such. The work is considered "the major German-language standard work of plastic surgery" (Lehmann) or "a foundational work up to date" (medizin.de).

In our practice we therefore rely on the autologous fat method. In general, this can increase the penis circumference by 2–3 centimeters – on an outpatient basis, without general anesthesia and with a manageable treatment duration. If desired, penile thickening can be combined with penile lengthening so that girth and length are addressed in a single step.

How does penile thickening with autologous fat work?

At PraxisClinic Jadore, penile thickening with the patient's own fat is performed as so-called autologous fat tissue transplantation. This is a more elaborate procedure that differs significantly from a simple fat injection. While injected fat is often reabsorbed by the body after a few months, the transplantation technique is designed to enable long-lasting results.

For the procedure, the required fat tissue – usually from the inner thighs – is gently harvested, carefully processed and then evenly placed under the skin of the penile shaft. After healing, this produces a stable and harmonious result.

To support this, a special graduated-pressure dressing is applied afterward, which must be worn for about one week. Sensitive structures such as the penile root remain untouched. General anesthesia is usually not necessary – twilight sedation or local anesthesia is generally sufficient.

Who is a penile thickening suitable for?

Penile thickening is an option for men who are dissatisfied with the circumference or girth of their penis. Often the focus is less on penile length and more on the desire for a uniform shape of the organ – visible both in the flaccid and erect states.

Penile thickening with autologous fat is considered a proven procedure in intimate surgery: the harvested fat tissue is processed and placed under the skin of the penile shaft, typically increasing the penis circumference by two to three centimeters. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, the results are intended to be permanent and provide a natural bodily sensation.

The treatment is also sensible in combination with penile lengthening to address both length and girth in one operation.

In which cases do we exclude penile thickening?

Penile thickening is not automatically suitable for all men. Before any treatment, it is carefully assessed whether the procedure with autologous fat is appropriate and safe. Limitations exist, for example, in cases of:

• previously performed, unsuccessful surgeries with pronounced scarring in the area of the penile shaft
• recent use of stretching devices that exerted strong pressure on the penis (a gap of at least three months should be observed)
• certain medical or psychological factors, such as untreated erectile dysfunction or unrealistic expectations regarding penile length, girth or circumference

Penile thickening with autologous fat is only appropriate when the anatomical conditions are suitable and the harvested fat tissue can be stably integrated into the skin. The overall condition of the body also plays a role, as healing and integration of the transplanted fat can be affected by factors such as smoking or metabolic diseases.

Procedure of penile thickening

Penile thickening with autologous fat is an established procedure in modern intimate surgery and is performed on an outpatient basis in our practice. The aim is to increase the penis circumference by an average of two to three centimeters and to achieve a uniform shape of the penile shaft. Particular features of the procedure are the use of autologous material and individual adaptation to the patient's anatomy.

The procedure is carried out in several steps:

1. Harvesting of autologous fat: Fat tissue is usually gently liposuctioned from the inner thighs. This autologous material is ideally suited to achieve the desired penile thickening.
2. Careful processing: The harvested fat is meticulously purified and prepared so that only stable fat cells are used for transplantation.
3. Transplantation into the penile shaft: The processed material is introduced in fine layers evenly under the skin of the organ, taking into account the anatomical particularities of the organ during transplantation. This creates a harmonious result visible both in the flaccid and erect states.
4. Special dressing: Immediately after the operation a graduated-pressure dressing is applied, which must be worn for about one week. It ensures the correct shape, reduces swelling and supports the integration of the autologous fat.

The penile surgery is usually performed without general anesthesia – twilight sedation or local anesthesia is typically sufficient. For most patients this means: no inpatient stay, short procedure time and a comparatively quick period of convalescence in daily life.

Thus the treatment offers a proven method to permanently improve the thickness and circumference of the penis and to fulfill the individual desire for a stable penile thickening.

Aftercare and healing

After penile thickening with autologous fat, proper aftercare plays a central role in achieving a stable and even result. Immediately after the procedure a special graduated-pressure dressing is applied, which must be worn for about seven days to stabilize the introduced fat tissue in the penile shaft and support integration.

Swelling or slight bruising of the penis may occur in the first days – a normal part of the healing phase that usually subsides quickly. For approximately four to five weeks you should avoid sports, sauna and sex so that the thickening can optimally consolidate.

A longer downtime is generally not necessary: many men are able to return to work and daily activities after a few days. The exact course depends on the individual condition and is monitored through personal aftercare at PraxisClinic Jadore.

The treatment is performed on an outpatient basis; an inpatient stay is normally not required. Those who follow Dr. Jethon's recommendations can increase the safety of the procedure and benefit from long-term stable results.

How do we minimize the risks of penile thickening?

At PraxisClinic Jadore we avoid the use of permanent synthetic fillers or solid implants for thickening, as these can be associated with specific risks. Our method of autologous fat tissue transplantation requires only small incisions that are placed precisely to reduce the risk of complications.

The use of the patient's own tissue is central to our technique. Through established methods for fat processing and transplantation we aim for a safe and effective thickening of the penis without unnecessarily impairing its basic structure and function. Our expertise is based on years of experience and a high number of performed operations.

Can penile thickening and lengthening be combined?

Yes, a combination of penile thickening and penile lengthening is possible and is regularly performed by Dr. Jethon. This approach is part of comprehensive penile enlargement and aims to create a harmonious overall appearance that considers both the length and girth of the penis.

In addition, a glans thickening with hyaluronic acid can be considered to further optimize proportions and improve the aesthetic result of the penile surgery.

Often an increased girth without length adjustment appears disproportionate – and vice versa. By treating both dimensions simultaneously, the perceived size of the organ can be balanced visually and functionally and an aesthetically coherent result achieved.

For patients the combination has practical advantages: only one operation, one shared healing phase and coordinated planning. This way length and girth can be put into relation and individually adapted.

What does penile thickening cost?

Penile thickening with autologous fat at PraxisClinic Jadore costs ca. €6,400.

A combination of penile thickening and penile lengthening allows both girth and length to be optimized in a single procedure. This produces a harmonious result with only one operation and one recovery period.

Since both procedures are performed simultaneously, costs for the operating room, staff and materials are reduced. We pass these savings directly on to our patients – instead of ca. €7,700 and ca. €6,400 for two separate procedures, the price for the combined treatment is only ca. €9,900. You thus save 4.200 €.

The price includes medical care, medical personnel, operating time, materials and medications used, all hygiene and sterilization measures, as well as aftercare. Anesthesia is also already included.

In a personal consultation Dr. Jethon explains which option is appropriate in your individual case and which results can realistically be expected.