Clitoral hood reduction, also known as a hoodectomy, is a type of vaginal rejuvenation technique to reduce the size of the clitoral hood, which is the thin layer of skin that stretches over the clitoris. By doing so, this should reduce any irritation or discomfort, and even improve sexual sensation.
The North Texas Plastic Surgery team is happy to offer surgical and non-surgical procedures that not only improve the cosmetic look of your body, but also reduce discomfort and improve wellness. To find out if a clitoral hood reduction in Dallas or Southlake can help you, schedule a consultation.
A clitoral hood reduction in Plano can serve a variety of purposes. This procedure is good for patients who:
Does one or more of the above apply to you? Schedule a consultation with one of our elite body contouring surgeons and find out how you can improve the look and feel of the clitoral area.
This procedure takes place in our in-office surgical facility and takes roughly an hour to complete under general anesthesia. Our plastic surgeon will carefully remove excess skin and tissue on the clitoral hood, depending on its shape and size. Afterward, they close the incisions with dissolvable stitches.
This procedure will require about six weeks of dedicated recovery time. Though you will be able to return to your daily activities and low-intensity work within a week, you will not be able to engage in sexual activity during your recovery period. It is also critical to avoid irritating or touching the treatment area to keep it free from infection. Other hoodectomy recovery tips include:
You will be given personalized recovery instructions by our medical team so you know exactly what to do, and what not to do. If you follow them, you can reasonably expect a positive recovery period!
Yes – as with many of our surgical procedures, a clitoral hood reduction treatment you get in Dallas will be permanent.
Many of our patients, upon consultation with our team, decide to combine vaginal rejuvenation surgeries to achieve optimal aesthetic appearance and comfort with their external genitals. Some of the other vaginal rejuvenation surgeries we offer are:
Each of these treatments are designed to enhance the cosmetic appearance of that particular area and can be done simultaneously to a hood reduction. Not only do our patients see an improved aesthetic, but they also experience reduced irritation and greater sexual results. The benefits are well worth the effort!
Clitoral hood reduction, as well as our other treatments for vaginal rejuvenation, has helped many women achieve optimal sexual wellness and confidence. For patients who have a considerable amount of excess tissue in their clitoral hood, this procedure can make a remarkable difference.
If you are unsure about whether this is right for you, we can talk you through every step of the process during an initial consultation. Give us a call or fill out a contact form to set up a visit regarding a clitoral hood reduction in Dallas, Plano, or Southlake.
