There are many reasons why your labia may become uneven and noticeable, including childbirth and age, and they can all negatively affect your self-esteem.

If your labia tissue is elongated, the excess tissue can become uncomfortable during your normal daily activities. It may stick to your underwear or your leg during physical activity or become uncomfortable if you’re sitting down for long periods of time, for example when you’re riding a bike.

Larger labia might protrude through a swimming costume or make wearing tight clothing impossible. It might also make you self-conscious during sex.

After the surgery, you might experience some pain and swelling which can be managed by taking over-the-counter painkillers.

Your Consultant will discuss with you the type of anaesthetic most appropriate for your procedure.

You will need to arrange for someone to drive you home after your procedure.

You will be able to drive from one to weeks after the surgery, but you will need to check with your insurance.

Yes, labiaplasty does not interfere with your ability to conceive or give birth.

However, because pregnancy and childbirth can alter the shape of the labia, many Surgeons recommend postponing the procedure until you've completed your family.

It's also important to ensure you're fully healed before becoming pregnant to avoid any complications.

Yes, most people experience reasonable mobility within a day following labiaplasty.

While light walking is typically manageable early on, full recovery generally takes around six weeks.

In most cases, labiaplasty does not result in a loss of sensation.

It's completely normal to experience temporary numbness and swelling during the healing process, but sensation typically returns as recovery progresses.

No, labiaplasty is a procedure that addresses the size and shape of the labia.

It does not involve the vaginal canal and therefore does not affect vaginal tightness.

You’ll need to avoid vaginal intercourse for four to six weeks.

Your Consultant will discuss with you the type of anaesthetic most appropriate for your procedure.

They’ll then trim the excess tissue from the labia minora to allow them to sit behind the labia majora – the outer lips of the vulva.

They’ll close the wound with tiny stitches which will dissolve to leave no scar and apply a non-stick, absorbable dressing.

The operation will take about one to two hours, so you’ll be able to go home the same day.

After the surgery, you might experience some pain and swelling which can be managed by taking over-the-counter painkillers.

You will need to arrange for someone to drive you home after your procedure and stay with you overnight.

Keep the area around your vulva clean by wiping well after using the toilet and by having a regular bath or shower.