Labia Minora Reduction / Labiaplasty
Enjoying intimacy is closely linked to feeling relaxed, confident, and comfortable in your own body. Many women don’t experience full satisfaction because of concerns about the appearance of their external genitalia. The desire for an aesthetically pleasing look of the labia is reflected in the growing number of these procedures in recent years. Even what remains completely private can greatly impact confidence and overall well-being.
Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces or reshapes the external genitalia.
The labia minora may be enlarged, stretched, or asymmetric. Excess tissue can cause discomfort during intimacy or sports activities.
A preoperative consultation is essential to discuss your goals, expectations, and treatment options. Before the procedure, we will also review the extent of correction and scarring.
The procedure is performed under local or general anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes.
You may leave the clinic the same day.
Mild discomfort is expected during the first few days, and rest is recommended.
Sutures do not need to be removed. Proper hygiene and aftercare are important.
Sports activities can be gradually resumed after 2–3 weeks; cycling should be avoided. Sexual activity is not recommended for 4–6 weeks.
Scars are hidden within the natural folds of the labia and are extremely discreet.
More About the Procedure
Most women seek correction due to enlarged or sagging labia minora. Some find them too visible, while others experience discomfort during intimacy or physical activity.
Labiaplasty can be performed under local anesthesia or epidural block and is often combined with other aesthetic procedures.
Most frequently, we reshape the labia minora when they are excessively large or lax. Liposuction may be used to contour the mons pubis and labia majora. In some cases, fat grafting is used to restore fullness to the labia majora.
Patients typically leave the clinic the same day. Mild discomfort is normal, and extra attention to hygiene is necessary. After just a few days, most daily activities feel normal again, but sexual intercourse must be avoided for 3–6 weeks.
Can This Procedure Be Combined With Other Treatments?
Yes. Labiaplasty is often performed together with other procedures such as body contouring, mommy makeover surgeries, or breast correction.
How Long Should Sexual Activity Be Avoided?
We generally recommend abstaining for 4–6 weeks, depending on the technique used and the extent of the procedure. During this period, all intense physical activities — especially cycling — should also be avoided.
How Common Is Labiaplasty and Why Do Women Choose It?
In recent years, we’ve seen a significant rise in these procedures. Information about concerns many women share — and the options available — has become far more accessible. Many women struggle to fully enjoy intimacy because they feel self-conscious about the appearance of their genitalia. The most common concerns involve the size or sagging of the labia minora.
