What is a clitoral hood reduction?
A clitoral hood reduction is vaginal plastic surgery that removes excess skin covering your clitoris.
Why get a clitoral hood reduction?
If you have excess skin covering your clitoris and it hinders clitoral stimulation and your sexual satisfaction, clitoral hood reduction surgery may be right for you.
Below are some of the benefits of a clitoral hood reduction:
- Reduce the size and protrusion of the skin covering your clitoris for a more refined contour
- Give your vagina a more proportionate appearance
- Increase your sexual satisfaction
- Improve your self-image and self-confidence
What should I consider before getting clitoral hood reduction surgery?
Please consult with your aesthetic plastic surgeon for more information on what is unique to you.
- You need to be in good general health.
- You may need some time to adjust to the new sensations resulting from your more exposed clitoris.
- Bleeding or infection might occur.
- Removing too much or too little skin can affect the level of sensitivity you have and sexual function.
- The recovery time is around a week, but you may not be able to engage in vigorous physical activities or sexual intercourse for up to a month.