Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure to reduce or reshape the labia minora (inner labia).

What are the benefits of labiaplasty?

Benefits can include reduced discomfort, improved hygiene, and increased self-confidence.

What is the recovery process like after labiaplasty?

Expect some swelling and discomfort for a few weeks. Follow your surgeon's instructions carefully for optimal healing.

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Labiaplasty in Lebanon with Dr. Joe Khoury

Sculpting Confidence, Comfort, and Intimacy

While plastic surgery is now widely embraced, many women are still unfamiliar with labiaplasty—a delicate yet transformative procedure designed to reshape the labia minora (the inner vaginal lips). Suppose you’re exploring your options or seeking relief from discomfort. In that case, this page offers a comprehensive and compassionate guide to the procedure, performed by Dr. Joe Khoury, a board-certified expert in intimate cosmetic surgery.

What is a labiaplasty?

Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces or reshapes the labia minora of the vulva, often to address physical discomfort, improve personal hygiene, enhance sexual well-being, or restore symmetry and confidence. It is distinct from the broader category of “vaginal rejuvenation,” which often includes non-surgical treatments using laser, ultrasound, or radiofrequency technologies.

Dr. Joe Khoury focuses on surgical labiaplasty, providing safe, personalized, and medically sound solutions for women who want a lasting result.

Why Women Choose Labiaplasty

Women may seek labiaplasty for various functional or aesthetic reasons, including:

Discomfort during exercise or intimacy
Irritation from tight clothing (e.g., yoga pants, swimwear)
Chronic hygiene challenges or recurring infections
Visible asymmetry or changes after childbirth or aging
Self-consciousness in intimate relationships

At Dr. Joe Khoury’s clinic, each case is treated with discretion, care, and clinical precision—empowering you to take control of your comfort and body confidence.

Labiaplasty procedures

Dr. Khoury utilizes multiple surgical techniques based on your unique anatomy and goals:

Trim procedure

The most widely performed method, this technique removes excess tissue along the edge of the labia minora, creating a smooth, symmetrical appearance that aligns with the labia majora.

Wedge procedure

In this procedure, a partial thickness wedge is removed from the thickest part of the labia minora using edge
resection techniques. The submucosa (layer tissue beneath a mucous membrane) must be left intact by removing only a partial thickness. This procedure gives the vagina a natural look after the surgery as well, preserving the wrinkled edges.

There are several other techniques for reducing the labia minora, and all these techniques have certain advantages and disadvantages. If you are considering a labiaplasty, the key to ensure appropriate outcomes is to make sure you are going to a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in this procedure.

Anesthesia for a labiaplasty

Labiaplasty is an outpatient surgery. The procedure can be performed within an hour, either individually or with other cosmetic surgery. It can be performed under local anesthesia or general anaesthetic, depending on the treatment plan discussed with your plastic surgeon.

Postsurgical care

The genital region of females is very sensitive and requires proper care in general. So, when undertaking a procedure like a labiaplasty, there are some post-operative instructions you need to be aware of before having the procedure.

You should avoid long showers and should pat the wound dry every time after washing. The antibiotics prescribed by the surgeon should be taken to reduce pain and inflammation, which can lead to a risk of infection after the procedure. Riding bikes, running and other physical activities will need to be avoided until you have been released by your plastic surgeon. Premature return to the activities can exert pressure on the wound and will unnecessarily delay the healing process. You should not wear tight clothes or undergarments as they cause friction against the wound. Also, you cannot indulge in sexual intercourse for at least four weeks.

Choosing to have a labiaplasty

This procedure has functional and cosmetic benefits. Most women undergo surgery for a variety of reasons to reduce the excess labia which twists and turns and causes pain and irritation. Others want to restore their youthful look after childbirth or aging. Though the reasons are numerous, you should seek a board-certified plastic surgeon that understands the medical, mental and emotional factors of a procedure like a labiaplasty.

Is labia minora surgery painful?

Labia minora surgery, commonly known as labiaplasty or operation to reshape labia minora, is a surgical procedure that involves altering the size or shape of the inner vaginal lips. The level of pain experienced during this surgery can vary among individuals and depends on factors such as personal pain tolerance, the specific surgical technique used, and post-operative care. Generally, patients can expect some discomfort and swelling after the procedure, which can be managed with pain medication prescribed by a qualified surgeon like Dr. Joe Khoury.

Following your surgeon’s post-operative instructions diligently can help minimize pain and soreness while promoting proper healing. If you have concerns about pain management during labia minora surgery, it is advisable to discuss them with your surgeon before the procedure.

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Labiaplasty in Lebanon with Dr. Joe Khoury

Sculpting Confidence, Comfort, and Intimacy

What is a labiaplasty?

Why Women Choose Labiaplasty

Labiaplasty procedures

Trim procedure

Wedge procedure

Anesthesia for a labiaplasty

Postsurgical care

Choosing to have a labiaplasty

Is labia minora surgery painful?

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