Labiaplasty Sydney

How much does labiaplasty cost in Sydney?

While there is no way to determine an exact labiaplasty cost without a personalised consultation, the average procedure starts at about $4,000. Since every procedure is different, costs will be different too. Anaesthetist and hospital fees also need to be taken into consideration. In specific medical circumstances, labiaplasty can qualify for Medicare and private insurance rebates. If you want to know more about the factors affecting labiaplasty costs, you can schedule a consultation with Dr Benjamin Norris.

What happens at the first consultation?

Plastic surgery is personal, and everyone makes the decision to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure for different reasons. During your first consultation, Dr Norris will learn more about your concerns and what you hope to achieve with labiaplasty. Patients under the age of 18 are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian to their appointment, as consent for the surgery must be provided by a legal adult.

Next, Dr Norris will take you through the entire process so that you know what to expect before, during, and after the surgery. From there, you will be provided with a detailed quotation outlining the surgery’s costs and what it includes. If you decide that you would like to go ahead with labiaplasty, a second consultation will be scheduled. During the second consultation, Dr Norris will explain how to prepare for the surgery and set a date for the procedure.

It is highly recommended that you stop smoking at least two months before the procedure.

How is labiaplasty performed?

Dr Norris only performs labiaplasty in fully accredited medical facilities. Before the procedure, you will be introduced to the anaesthetist, who will administer your general anaesthetic. After that, Dr Norris will remind you about what will happen during and after the surgery.

During the procedure, one of the two techniques can be used: A trim technique will remove excess skin around the outer edge of the labia. If the wedge technique is used, a wedge shape will be removed from the widest point of the labia. From there, the edges will be stitched together.

In some instances, a clitoral hood reduction is included in the procedure, but this is something you can decide on during your consultation. A clitoral hood reduction reduces any excess vaginal folds to address physical discomfort and cosmetic concerns.

Once the incisions have been closed up, patients are moved to a recovery room, where they will be monitored for several hours before they are discharged and sent to heal at home.

What happens after labial reduction surgery?

• Patients will generally need to spend about 4 hours in the hospital after the labiaplasty procedure so that they can be monitored while the effects of the anaesthetic wear off.
• Since you won’t be able to drive, a friend or family member will need to collect you from the hospital and drive you home.
• You will remain in tight cotton support underwear and must wash your wound daily with water until you see Dr Norris for a quick dressing change on days 3-5.
• Dr Norris will send you home with detailed aftercare instructions as well as a prescription for pain medication that will make your recovery much more comfortable. An antibiotic may also be prescribed.
• Daily showering is encouraged after surgery, but patients can also choose to sit in a lukewarm salt bath, which is both soothing and good for healing.
• Sexual activity will be limited for the first three weeks to give the labia time to heal.
• After toileting, an ointment can be applied to create a barrier to help prevent infection and enhance wound healing.
• The first two days after the surgery are when the most pain and discomfort will be experienced. However, the prescribed pain medication can manage this. A soft cushion for sitting during the first week can also help alleviate discomfort.
• Bruising, swelling and tenderness are very common after this procedure, but most of the swelling will be gone after two weeks.
• Patients can engage in light exercise, such as walking, two weeks after their surgery, but normal exercise can only be resumed after about a month. Dr Norris will provide you with more guidance on this.
• Patients are free to return to work two days after their surgery.
• You will need to see Dr Norris again 3 – 7 days after surgery so that your wounds can be checked and your dressing changed.

Possible complications

• Infection – Infection can occur if microorganisms enter the incision sites. Any type of infection should be treated as soon as possible using antibiotics.
• Haematoma – A collection of blood in the incision area, which is either naturally absorbed into the body or sometimes requires further surgical drainage. Symptoms include swelling, pain, bruising, hot to the touch, or itchy skin.
• Scarring – If the necessary aftercare instructions are not followed, it is possible for patients to develop more visible scars.