Is a Labiaplasty Painful?

A labiaplasty is pain-free as it is done under anesthesia. After surgery, it is normal to experience mild discomfort, which is manageable with pain medication and cold compresses.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Dr. Ogilvie will ask you to see him within a week of your operation to remove any sutures or bandages and ensure that you are healing properly. After this initial follow-up, you can expect to return about two months after surgery and then again around six months later.

How Long Until I See Results?

The initial swelling and bruising will prevent patients from seeing the final impact of the surgery. Most of our patients will see their results between four and six months.

Can I Combine a Labiaplasty with Other Procedures?

Absolutely! Many of our patients who get a labiaplasty in Chicago choose to combine it with other body enhancements such as breast augmentation , liposuction , a tummy tuck , or even absorb this procedure in a Mommy Makeover . We recommend you share your ideas about combined procedures with Dr. Ogilvie during your initial consultation so that he can consider them as he drafts your treatment plan.

What Are the Risks Associated with a Labiaplasty?

A labiaplasty surgery also comes with associated risks like other surgeries. Some of them include: Asymmetry Bleeding Discharge Dryness Infection Nerve damage Ongoing pain, pain with sex, or loss of sensitivity Over-resection Scarring Thrombus Wound breakdown

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Introduction to Labiaplasty

With age, pregnancy, weight gain, and loss, the labia and pelvic floor of a woman can be affected in a way that is aesthetically and functionally displeasing. Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure in which the tissue of the outer or inner labia — the folds of skin surrounding the vulva — is reduced. This tissue reduction can be performed for aesthetic reasons or because the patient wishes to improve comfort and/or hygiene. Labiaplasty generally results in significantly less excess skin of the labia minora and possibly the labia majora, and patients report feeling more confident and comfortable once the procedure is complete. If you are interested in a labiaplasty in Chicago, consider getting in touch with dual board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Ogilvie, who, in addition to the surgery, takes pride in his patient communication, especially in the case of such sensitive surgeries.

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What is Labiaplasty?

A Labiaplasty is a plastic surgery procedure where excess skin and tissue surrounding the labia minora and/or majora is removed to help with a tighter, less obvious pubic area. Women interested in labiaplasty often look for a procedure to correct congenital conditions or improve overall comfort. The motivations for labiaplasty patients aren’t all that different from other plastic surgery patients: labiaplasty patients simply want to feel comfortable in their bodies. Dr. Ogilvie recommends that all candidates for plastic surgery refrain from using tobacco products, as they can interfere with proper healing after surgery. If you think you might be a good candidate for labiaplasty surgery, contact Dr. Ogilvie to schedule a confidential consultation and discuss the next steps.

What Are the Benefits of Labiaplasty?

An individualized labiaplasty in Chicago, IL, at Ogilvie Plastic Surgery offers functional and cosmetic perks alike for a female’s most intimate body parts, like:

Boosts comfort
Boosts self-confidence and image of self
Elevates sexual enjoyment
Increases wellness and hygiene
Minimizes discomfort and/or pain
Perks up the appearance of the vaginal lips
Permits you to wear more kinds of clothes
Shrinks an oversized labia

Who Are the Best Candidates For Labiaplasty?

Generally speaking, good candidates for labiaplasty in Chicago will have some of the following characteristics:

Be generally healthy enough for surgery.
Feel uncomfortable doing everyday activities, such as exercising
Feel uncomfortable wearing tight clothing
Have realistic expectations about what to expect from labiaplasty
Want to correct congenital conditions
Want to improve the look of the labia minora and/or labia majora

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Labiaplasty First Step

What’s the First Step?

If you’re interested in undergoing a labiaplasty procedure, the first step is to consult with Dr. Ogilvie at his Chicago office. During your consultation, Dr. Ogilvie will discuss the procedure step by step, along with what you can expect in terms of pre- and post-operative instructions. He will also want to know more about your health history and why you are interested in getting the procedure so that he can advise you on the risk-benefit analysis to help you arrive at your final decision. He will then examine you to discuss the best techniques and their associated pros and cons. Additionally, he might show you before and after photos of other patients to help you make your decision. Once you are in agreement on the way forward, he will sketch a treatment plan for you that you can take to our patient coordinator for scheduling and pricing.

Dr. Ogilvie believes in a transparent process, ensuring that every patient’s question is answered. Contact our Chicago office today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ogilvie.

What to Expect on the Day of Labiaplasty Surgery

On the day of your labiaplasty in Chicago, Dr. Ogilvie and his staff will welcome you, get you settled in the recovery room, and review the plan once more to ensure you are still aligned with it.

Labiaplasty surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, so patients are allowed to return home once the immediate effects of the anesthesia wear off. Patients are given detailed recovery instructions after they return home and between follow-up appointments.

Most labiaplasty procedures will proceed in the following way:

Anesthesia—Labiaplasty can be performed under general or local anesthesia. If local anesthesia is used, Dr. Ogilvie may also recommend the use of a sedative.

Incisions — Most labiaplasty procedures eliminate unwanted skin from the inner or outer labia area. Dr. Ogilvie will make incisions consistent with the patient’s desired outcome to remove excess skin.

Labiaplasty Recovery

Once the procedure is complete, you will be monitored in the recovery room until you wake up. For safety, we recommend that a family member or friend drive you back home.

Patients can expect to swell and bruise in the operative area. They will be given detailed post-operative instructions designed to maximize comfort and protect their results. Once the swelling subsides, patients will be able to evaluate their results. For most patients, this procedure will help the labia look more youthful and proportional while improving overall patient comfort. Many patients also report a noticeable increase in confidence and self-esteem.

Labiaplasty Cost

How Much Does Labiaplasty Cost in Chicago, IL?

The cost of labiaplasty in Chicago, IL, varies based on the complexity of the case and the surgeon’s fees, among other factors. We recommend that you schedule your initial consultation with Dr. Ogilvie as soon as possible so that he can build a personalized treatment plan that our patient coordinator can use to provide you with your custom price quote.

Why Choose Dr. Ogilvie?

Michael P. Ogilvie, M.D., M.B.A., is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is double board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and Plastic Surgery. A native Chicagoan, he was born and raised in Hyde Park and is proud to serve the community he loves. Dr. Ogilvie prides himself on providing his patients with the highest levels of care, founded on surgical expertise and artistic vision, to give the most natural results possible.

With his highly personalized approach and meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Ogilvie should be your choice for your labiaplasty surgery in Chicago because he strives to fully understand his patients’ goals to provide realistic expectations and expert care. He fully complements cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures to meet every patient’s individualized needs. Dr. Ogilvie’s dedication throughout his career allows him to provide the absolute best results possible with understanding, kindness, and compassion. He is an affiliate of the American Board of Surgery (ABS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the Illinois Society of Plastic Surgeons (ISPS).

Labiaplasty FAQ’S

Absolutely! Many of our patients who get a labiaplasty in Chicago choose to combine it with other body enhancements such as breast augmentation, liposuction, a tummy tuck, or even absorb this procedure in a Mommy Makeover. We recommend you share your ideas about combined procedures with Dr. Ogilvie during your initial consultation so that he can consider them as he drafts your treatment plan.
A labiaplasty surgery also comes with associated risks like other surgeries. Some of them include:
- Asymmetry
- Bleeding
- Discharge
- Dryness
- Infection
- Nerve damage
- Ongoing pain, pain with sex, or loss of sensitivity
- Over-resection
- Scarring
- Thrombus
- Wound breakdown

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are conscious of the size of your labia or feel there is a hygiene concern in your pubic area, consider learning more about a labiaplasty in Chicago. During your consultation with Dr. Ogilvie, you will discuss the best ways to achieve your overall final look. Once the initial consultation is complete, you can begin discussing the next steps with Dr. Ogilvie. Contact us to set up a consultation to get started on your facelift transformation.

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