Trim Labiaplasty Technique
The most commonly employed technique is the Trim Labiaplasty Technique, also described as the “Curved Linear Resection” or “Curvilinear Technique”. In essence, the technique involves the surgeon making a longitudinal, curved, linear cut to remove the excess tissue of the outer edges of the vaginal lips of the labia minora from top to bottom. During the procedure the surgeon will create bi-lateral symmetry of the inner labia, while also shortening the length, and thinning the labia so that it will fit neatly inside the folds of the outer labia (the labia majora). Women seeking a more “petite ” look often opt for the Trim Technique.
Wedge Labiaplasty Technique
A more recent labiaplasty technique that is now available and advised to some patients is the Wedge Labiaplasty Technique. The surgeon removes a V-shaped wedge of the inner labial tissue from both sides of the labia minora in order to shorten the labial tissue. The surgeon carefully maps out the incisions to achieve bilateral symmetry and in order to minimize the labia so that it fits within the lips of the labia majora. This technique is best suited for women experiencing the physical discomforts of labial hypertrophy.