Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces the size or reshapes the inner labia (labia minora). It’s often done to relieve physical discomfort during activities like exercise or intimacy, to address changes after childbirth or aging, relieve pinching or chafing, and to restore confidence in your body.
At Appleby Plastic Surgery, we treat labiaplasty with care, sensitivity, and technical precision. You’ll be heard without judgment, and supported through every step of your experience.
Labiaplasty
(Labia Reduction Surgery, Vaginal Rejuvenation)
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Labiaplasty typically involves trimming or reshaping the labia minora so that they sit flush with, or just inside, the labia majora. The goal is to improve symmetry, reduce excess tissue, and relieve irritation caused by twisting, tugging, or friction.
Women have hormonal changes due to pregnancy, puberty, menopause, and age that can affect the size and color of these tissues, as well as result in atrophic changes and asymmetry.
Your surgical plan may involve:
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The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, and takes approximately one hour.
In select patients, this procedure can be performed under local anesthesia alone, which will significantly reduce the cost of the operation.
Dissolvable sutures are used to avoid the need for suture removal.
Trim technique
removes excess tissue along the edge of the labia.
Wedge technique
removes a V-shaped section for a more natural contour.
Clitoral hood reduction
removes excess tissue that covers the clitoris.
Combination with other procedures
such as the Mommy Makeover.
In general, here’s what most labiaplasty patients experience:
Cold compresses and supportive undergarments help manage swelling.
Avoid tight clothing, cycling, or intercourse for several weeks.
Most patients return to desk work within 3 to 5 days.
Your surgeon and nurse will walk you through your personalized recovery plan.
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Consultation
We’ll discuss your concerns and goals in a private setting.
Surgery
A “day procedure” involving 1 to 1.5 hours under local anesthesia with sedation. Dissolvable sutures used.
First week
Swelling, mild discomfort, limited movement. Most return to light activity within 5 days.
4–6 weeks
Resume exercise and intimacy once cleared. Scarring continues to mature.
Full result
Final results are visible in 2 to 3 months, once swelling fully subsides.
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Labiaplasty
Seamless care
to ensure your entire experience, from consult to recovery, is positive.
Precision-focused results
A final result that meets our high standards and achieves your goal.
to handle complex cases and deliver results that restore confidence.
Technical mastery
collaborating to craft your ideal outcome.
Team of top-tier surgeons
Our clinic was designed to make your experience easier—from streamlined consults to overnight care, and everything in between.
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why choose
Sensation is typically preserved. In some cases, patients report improved comfort and confidence during intimacy.
Are the scars visible?
Scars are small, placed along natural folds, and fade significantly over time.
Can this be done after childbirth?
Yes. We often perform labiaplasty as part of a Mommy Makeover or on its own after postpartum recovery.
Is it covered by insurance or OHIP?
Labiaplasty is generally considered cosmetic and is not covered by OHIP.
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Will it affect sexual sensation?
Many people opt for labiaplasty to reduce physical discomfort during exercise or intimacy, while others want to restore a more symmetrical or youthful appearance after childbirth or aging.