Labiaplasty procedures are growing in popularity. As this procedure grows in popularity, it is often seen that the misconceptions about this procedure can grow just as quickly. If you have considered labiaplasty or are just curious, you can find the list of common myths below. Have you heard any of these?

Myth number 1 : Labiaplasty is only for cosmetic purposes.

Labiaplasty can be performed for functional, emotional, and cosmetic reasons. A woman may experience discomfort when engaging in physical activities due to excess labia skin and avoid those situations. A woman might also seek labiaplasty for emotional reasons to restore confidence and a good body image. Labiaplasty doesn’t have a “type” of the customer; it empowers many different women with an entire range of concerns and desired results for the procedure.

Myth number 2 : Labiaplasty is only for women who have children.

We probably cannot emphasize this enough: labiaplasty is a procedure that can benefit several different women. Excess skin on the labia may also be due to genetics or ageing, as well as childbirth. Often young women seek a way to alleviate physical discomfort and a positive body image after growing up with excess labia skin. The procedure will not interfere with a woman’s ability to give birth. However, it is recommended that new moms wait at least six months after a vaginal birth to allow the tissues to stabilize and inflammation to resolve.

Myth number 3 : Labiaplasty is a painful procedure and requires a long recovery.

There will be some discomfort from the procedure; however, labiaplasty is no more painful than other procedures. Local or general anaesthesia will be administered to ensure your labiaplasty experience is comfortable. Furthermore, the recovery time might be shorter than what you once thought. Many women return to their typical schedule after a week of recovery.

Myth number 4 : My partner will be able to see my labiaplasty scars.

When performed meticulously using the wedge-type technique—instead of the edge-trim approach—scars from labiaplasty are virtually undetectable. Many doctors prefer the wedge labiaplasty technique due to its ability to conceal scarring. By placing the incisions in hidden areas, doctors can make sure the final results look exceptionally natural, with minimal signs of surgery.

Myth number 5 : Beauty seekers will lose some sensation after labiaplasty.

Labiaplasty should not cause any long-term sensation changes when correctly done. However, if the procedure includes a clitoral hood skin reduction, there may be increased sensitivity and pleasure during sexual intimacy. While recovery time can vary, it is typically recommended to wait for 6 to 12 weeks after surgery to resume intimacy and any activities that may stress the groin region. In general, sensation after labiaplasty is usually similar to what it was before the surgery.

Myth number 6 : Labiaplasty will have to be redone if performed before having children.

Labiaplasty results are considered permanent and, therefore, should not have to be revised following a future vaginal birth. This is because labia minora, once reduced in size, will not enlarge or revert to their previous shape and size due to pregnancy or vaginal delivery. However, new changes can occur, such as a torn labia minora after childbirth. While the timing of labiaplasty ultimately depends on the patient’s individual needs, many patients wish they had undergone the procedure sooner!

Myth number 7 : Virginity will be lost after the procedure.

A labiaplasty only trims low-hanging, darkly pigmented, and extra labia minora tissue. Before a woman has sexual intercourse for the first time, there is a tight band of tissue at the vaginal opening called the “hymen” that often tears during the initial time she has sex. Labiaplasty does not address this area. Since it does not go deep into the vagina, a young woman will still be a virgin after labiaplasty surgery.