- Procedure Time
1-2 hours - Overnight stay
Not needed - Anaesthesia
Local or General - Recovery Time
4-6 Weeks
Labiaplasty Operation (Barbie Vagina)
What is labiaplasty?
Labiaplasty (Vulval surgery,also nowadays, it is also commonly known as Barbie vagina.) is an operation usually done to reduce the size of your skin in innerside of the lips which is called labia minora hypertrophy —excess skin folds that surround your urethra and vagina. Excess skin can get twisted and pinched, causing discomfort during exercise, physical activities in daily life and intercourse.
Is labiaplasty same with Barbie Vagina?
Labiaplasty operation is commonly known as Barbia Vagina nowadays.
What problems does labiaplasty help with?
With the labiaplasty operation, all the excess skin inside and the large parts or asymmetrical areas can be corrected. Labioplasty surgery Turkey, can be performed for all our patients who want a cosmetic aesthetic appearance, and it is the main solution for our patients whose vaginal infections have become chronic. In summary, labiaplasty is performed for both aesthetic and medical reasons.
Why is labiaplasty operation is performed?
Labioplasty operation is an inner lip reduction surgery performed mostly because the inner lips are large, asymmetrical or sagging. In fact, it is used both for cosmetic purposes, that is, to correct the external appearance of the vagina, and because the labia located outside the vagina negatively affect daily life and sexual life, causing a situation that disrupts comfort and hygiene. It aims to eliminate the patient's comfort and cosmetic concerns by intervening and correcting the patient to normal dimensions. Less commonly, interventions such as reduction or enlargement of the outer lips can be performed.
What is the structure of the inner and outer lips of the vagina?
Vagina Labia Majora
The outer lips, medically known as the labia majora, are the tissues of the external genital area that contain hair follicles rich in fatty tissue and have a puffier and thicker skin texture.
Vagina Labia Minora
The inner lips of the vagina, medically known as the labia minora, are actually erectile tissues that are effective in sexual arousal and do not contain relatively thin hair follicles that remain / should remain inside the outer lips.
How is labiaplasty operation performed?
Labiaplasty is a simple operation and can be performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia, or in combination with vagioplasty or other operations. During the labiaplasty operation, the labia minora skin on the inner lips, which is inside the outer lips, is specially measured and removed to be equal or proportional to the outer lips. If there is any remaining part or irregularity after the excess labia parts are removed, it is corrected. Then the surgeon stitches these areas with aesthetic stitches. and the incision is completely closed. Clitoroplasty operation can also be performed in the same session, because the clitoris remains larger after the removed part, so it may be necessary to reduce the size of the clitoris area. In addition, if there are complaints about skin color inequalities and darkening, they can be eliminated in the same session.
There are two main types of procedures to address the labia minora: edge resection and wedge resection. Both of which are usually done under anesthesia.
Edge resection involves trimming the “excess” protruding edges of the labia, the way you’d trim your hair during a haircut, for instance.
Wedge resection maintains the original labial edges by cutting wedge-shaped slivers of skin out of the center of the labia minora, bringing the remaining skin together with dissolvable sutures.
Procedures to address the labia majora typically go one of two ways:
1. cutting out tissue or using liposuction on labia that are longer or fuller than desired.
2. injecting fat or other filler material to plump labia that aren’t as full as desired.
Labiaplasty Surgery Techniques
There are generally two techniques preferred in Labiaplasty operations: Trim and Wedge techniques. As it is also understood from Trim word, in this technique, measurements are made on special rulers, and the excess skin on the inner lips of the vagina is removed by making a longitudinal incision from the lip, in proportion to the outer lip (vulva), and stitches are placed. At the same time, if the clitoris remains large, the room can be reduced. In the wedge technique, as it is understood from the W letter, there is an incision similar to the letter W, the inner lips are measured, the excess skin is removed from the middle in a triangle-like structure, and the stitches are placed by suturing them in the middle. Wedge technique is more suitable for patients who want more natural and scarless results. The doctor will determine the most suitable operation for you in accordance with the patient's expectations.
Before labiaplasty operation:
Before the labiaplasty operation, it is necessary to consult a specialist doctor and seek a doctor's opinion. If the doctor deems it appropriate, he will provide you with the relevant planning for the labiaplasty operation.
What is the recovery process like after labiaplasty surgery? How long does it take to heal?
After labiaplasty operation:
You may need to rest for up to 15 days to recover. It may take several months for the skin to heal completely.
During this time you need to:
Keep the area clean and free of infection, be careful not to keep it wet or damp.
wear loose-fitting underwear and comfortable clothing to prevent chafing
Avoid sexual intercourse for at least 1 month.
Avoid heavy physical activity for 4 to 6 weeks.
How does patient feel after labiaplasty?
After labiaplasty, pain, swelling, burning or discomfort caused by the wound may occur. This is normal, but these symptoms begin to heal rapidly within 15 days and there is no loss of sensation after healing recovery period is completed.
Does patient have a tighter feeling after labiaplasty? Does labiaplasty change the sexual pleasure or sensation?
There is no tight or tight feeling after labiaplasty and no loss of sensation. However, during the healing process, a slightly tight or tight feeling may occur due to swelling, and a feeling of tightness may be observed more during vaginal tightening or Vaginoplasty operation. And in contrast to the loss of sensation or tense feeling after labiaplasty, it has been observed that arousal and sexual pleasure in women increase in a positive way.
What to expect from Labiaplasty operation?
After the labiaplasty operation, natural and aesthetic looking results are obtained. After labiaplasty, it is not visible from the outside and there is no loss of sexual pleasure, on the contrary, sexual pleasure increases as problems, such as irritation caused by excessive skin in the labia minora are solved.
Are there any side effects after labiaplasty operation?
Side effects
After a labiaplasty to have aches,soreness, bruising and swelling for up to 2 weeks can be expected.
During this time, you might have uncomfort while sitting or peeing it is very normal. Swelling,redness,sensibility or discomfort can be also expected in healing period.
How can labiaplasty go wrong?
Problems may occur in cases where some wound infections occur as a result of the patient's lack of post-operative hygiene, not taking medications, or not following the doctor's post-operative instructions, but these can be corrected with early intervention.
Is labiaplasty operation risky?
Genital aesthetic operations such as labiaplasty and vaginoplasty are easier and shorter operations than complicated operations. Since labiaplasty is applied to mucosa-semi-mucosa areas, there is no scar after healing, it is not noticeable that the surgery has occurred, and there is no risk when it is performed by a specialist doctor.
Will the inner lips sag again after labiaplasty?
In the area where excess tissue is removed after surgery, there is no tissue regrowth, tissue regrowth, deformity or sagging.
Does labiaplasty damage the nerves in labia minora?
The skin from the inner lip is removed in small pieces, trying not to damage the vessels and nerves, and the tissue is removed by making minimal incisions in this skin.
Can I still get wet after Labiaplasty?
After labiaplasty, patients do not experience any problems with wetness. This wetness is a result of secretions coming from inside the vagina, regardless of outer part of the vagina.
Can I do daily activities after labiaplasty operation?
Patients can usually return to their daily lives within 3-5 days after surgery.
Benefits of Labiaplasty
Most women report increased sexual self-confidence or greater satisfaction with sexual experiences after labiaplasty and say they are able to have better sexual intercourse.
Additionally, women say they are more comfortable and active in sports activities after labiaplasty surgery. They state that this procedure can lead to recovery and makes it easier to keep it hygienic.
Labiaplasty Down Time (Recovery) Week by Week
Week 1 after Labiaplasty operation:
You will probably be able to return to work within a week. You may experience some swelling and discomfort. At this point, you can continue to take painkillers as needed. You should also continue taking antibiotics and antifungal medications as prescribed.
Another sensation you may begin to experience is itching due to wound healing. Do not touch, scratch, or damage the affected area.
Week 2-3 after Labioplasty Operation?
The hardest week is the first week and the second week is generally easier. However, it is recommended that you do not go to places such as the pool, sea or bathtub.
Dissolvable stitches usually take 3 to 4 weeks to dissolve. So, towards the end of this period, you may notice that the color and consistency of your stitches begin to change.
4-6 Weeks After Labiaplasty
You should avoid any sexual activity for at least 4 to 6 weeks. However, after 6 weeks your life can return to more or less normal. As you adapt to the different shape or length of your labia, some things may feel a little different.
If you experience stinging, burning, bleeding or any other discomfort during sexual activity, stop immediately and consult your doctor.
Labiaplasty Surgery Cost
How much does labiaplasty surgery cost?
Labiaplasty surgery costs in Turkey are more convenient and affordable compared to America and European countries. It's almost half the price compared to abroad and we offer top specialist doctors with best result and care.
Best labiaplasty doctors in Turkey
Labioplasty surgery can be performed by gynecologists or plastic surgeons. Since gynecologists have expertise in the anatomical structure of the vulva and its surroundings, plastic surgeons can consult gynecologists when necessary. That's why many individuals receive service from a gynecologist about genital aesthetic operations. In Turkey, doctors with more than 10 years of experience in this field perform this operation.
At what age is it can be performed?
Labiaplasty operation can be performed after age 18 in women.
Is it possible to give birth after labiaplasty?
The labiaplasty operation does not have any effect on fertility, the patient can give birth.
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