Is a Labiaplasty Painful?

Patients may feel mild soreness during the first few days, similar to what you might experience after a minor cut or bruise. Pain medication and cool compresses help manage discomfort as the body heals. Most women are pleasantly surprised that the recovery feels easier than they expected and improves quickly during the first week.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

You will begin with a private consultation. The day of surgery is your next visit. Follow-up appointments are scheduled during the recovery period so that Dr. Rhee can monitor healing and provide guidance. The total number of visits depends on your progress, but most patients have two to three follow-ups in the first couple of months.

How Long Until I See the Results?

You will notice a difference in shape and comfort soon after surgery. However, swelling may take several weeks to subside fully. Final results typically become clear around the six-month mark once the tissue is fully settled.

Can I Combine a Labiaplasty with Other Procedures?

Labiaplasty is commonly performed alongside a tummy tuck , liposuction , and breast procedures as part of a mommy makeover . Others may combine it with vaginal rejuvenation treatments to improve comfort and confidence. During your consultation, Dr. Rhee evaluates your goals, health history, and recovery expectations before recommending a surgical plan that keeps you safe while helping you achieve the results you want.

What Are the Risks Associated with a Labiaplasty?

Some patients may experience temporary swelling, bruising, numbness, or sensitivity during the healing process of labiaplasty. Although uncommon, infection, delayed healing, asymmetry, or changes in sensation may occur. Dr. Rhee is committed to guiding patients closely throughout the process and is always available to answer questions or address concerns.

Labiaplasty

Roslyn Heights, NY

Introduction

Introduction to Labiaplasty

Labiaplasty is an aesthetic genital plastic surgery that modifies the size or shape of a woman’s vaginal lips to improve appearance or reduce discomfort. At Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island in Roslyn Heights, Long Island, New York, Susie Rhee, MD, and her team specialize in labiaplasty. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today to find out more about this surgical procedure and how it can help you.

We are a Plastic Surgery center and offer Breast Reduction, Tummy Tuck, and Mommy Makeover services. Call us to book your appointment today.

Our team at Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island (PSAOLI) proudly serves patients throughout Long Island, including Roslyn, Roslyn Heights, Garden City, and Manhasset, NY.

What is a Labiaplasty?

Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that changes the size or shape of the labia, or vaginal lips. The labia are the external lips around the opening of the vagina. This includes: Labia majora. The labia majora are the fleshy outer vaginal lips that protect the external parts of your genitalia. Labia minora. The labia minora are the smaller inner vaginal lips that surround the opening of the vagina and urethra.

Like the rest of your body, the size and shape of your labia are unique to you.

Why Do Women Have Labiaplasty Done?

There are many reasons why women decide to have labiaplasty, including medical and cosmetic:

Medical reasons for labiaplasty

Some women have long inner vaginal lips that hang outside the outer vaginal lips. This excess tissue may cause discomfort during exercise or intercourse. It may also harbor bacteria, increasing the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Cosmetic reasons for labiaplasty

Some women choose to have labiaplasty to improve the size, shape, or appearance of the labia. You may choose to have labiaplasty if your vaginal lips are uneven.

Though your reasons for wanting labiaplasty are personal, the team at Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island only recommends going ahead with this procedure if you’re in good overall health and have no future pregnancy plans.

The birthing process may alter the results of your surgery.

Who Are the Best Candidates for a Labiaplasty?

The best candidates are women who experience discomfort or self-consciousness due to stretched, enlarged, or uneven labial tissue. Patients should be in good health, nonsmokers or willing to avoid nicotine during the healing process, and realistic about the goals of the surgery. Women who have completed their families often benefit most from this procedure, as pregnancy and delivery can stretch the tissue again. Anyone who is tired of adjusting clothing to avoid discomfort or avoiding certain activities out of embarrassment may be an excellent candidate.

What Are the Benefits of a Labiaplasty?

Labiaplasty can help reduce daily irritation from tight clothing and certain activities. It can also improve comfort during intimacy and eliminate painful tugging or pulling of tissue.

Many Long Island patients feel more confident wearing swimsuits, underwear, and form-fitting clothing without worrying about visible bulging or chafing.

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What’s the First Step?

The first step is a private consultation with Dr. Rhee at Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island. During this visit, you can discuss your concerns openly in a comfortable and supportive environment. Dr. Rhee examines the area, reviews your medical history, and outlines a personalized surgical plan based on your goals. You will learn what the procedure involves, how long recovery will take, and what your final results may look like.

What to Expect on the Day of a Labiaplasty Surgery

Labiaplasty is a minor procedure that takes one to two hours. The Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island team administers anesthesia or intravenous (IV) sedation to block pain, ease anxiety, and reduce bleeding.

Your plastic surgeon uses scissors, a scalpel, or a laser to remove excess labial tissue and reshape the folds to achieve the desired look. Then they close the incisions with absorbable sutures and apply an antibiotic ointment.

Labiaplasty Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Labiaplasty Care

You can expect some pain and swelling after your labiaplasty, but most women return to work within 2 to 4 days. You can resume vaginal intercourse and use of tampons about six weeks after surgery.

Though you should notice improvements in your labia soon after surgery, it may take up to 6 months for the tissue to fully heal and for you to see the final results.

How Much Does a Labiaplasty Cost in Long Island, NY?

The cost of a labiaplasty on Long Island varies by patient. Pricing will depend on the complexity of your procedure, anesthesia, surgical technique, and the level of correction needed to achieve the desired results.

During your consultation at Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island, Dr. Rhee provides a personalized surgical plan along with a detailed quote so you know what to expect.

Why Choose Us?

At Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island, the experience is designed to make patients feel heard, cared for, and confident at every step.

Dr. Susie Rhee, M.D., is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving patients throughout Long Island, NY. As a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), The Aesthetic Society, and the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF), Dr. Rhee is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, education, and surgical excellence. She brings extensive experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, as well as in non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatments that deliver natural, long-lasting results.

Under her leadership, our team has helped countless patients achieve smoother, more youthful-looking skin through personalized, patient-centered care. Patients from Roslyn, Roslyn Heights, Garden City, and Manhasset trust Dr. Rhee for her attentive approach, refined results, and dedication to individualized treatment.

Choosing us means choosing a practice that values safety and our patients first.

Labiaplasty FAQ’S

Labiaplasty is commonly performed alongside a tummy tuck, liposuction, and breast procedures as part of a mommy makeover. Others may combine it with vaginal rejuvenation treatments to improve comfort and confidence.

During your consultation, Dr. Rhee evaluates your goals, health history, and recovery expectations before recommending a surgical plan that keeps you safe while helping you achieve the results you want.
Some patients may experience temporary swelling, bruising, numbness, or sensitivity during the healing process of labiaplasty. Although uncommon, infection, delayed healing, asymmetry, or changes in sensation may occur.

Dr. Rhee is committed to guiding patients closely throughout the process and is always available to answer questions or address concerns.

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To find out more about labiaplasty, call Plastic Surgery Associates of Long Island or schedule a consultation online today.

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