Many women are curious about this procedure, which is used to improve comfort in clothing and sensual enjoyment by removing excess skin tissue around the clitoris.
Schedule consultationSome women have a long clitoral hood, which interferes with the normal form and function of their clitoris. With a clitoral hood reduction, your cosmetic surgeon will remove just the excess skin of the clitoral hood to improve comfort, appearance, and sensation.
Also known as a hoodectomy, this procedure helps reduce the discomfort and lack of sensation caused by having a clitoral hood that is longer or thicker than normal. The clitoris is the most sensitive spot on the female body, and its purpose is to increase sexual pleasure.
After a clitoral hood reduction in Houston, our patients report these benefits:
This procedures can also be part of a vaginal rejuvenation and is recommended for women who:
At your initial consultation, our team of specialists will discuss these factors, and gain a good understanding of your goals and concerns. We will advise you on whether this procedure is a good fit for you, and make sure you understand every step of the process, including answering questions like how much does a clitoral reduction cost and how long will it take for you to recover.
You will learn all the details of your own procedure, and how it might be part of a mommy makeover or other vaginal rejuvenation procedure, during your initial consultations with Dr. Do and our team. In general, you should expect the following with a clitoral hood reduction surgery:
You should expect some swelling, numbness, and discomfort in the area immediately after your procedure. You may be prescribed antibiotics and/or antibacterial ointment to use after surgery.
You may be on full bedrest the first day. Many women can return to light work 2 days after their procedure and light exercise or activities after 3-4 days.
You should be ready for normal exercise and activity levels after 2 weeks, but you will need to wait 4-6 weeks to resume sexual activity. You should also avoid strenuous activities, hot tubs, public pools, and saunas for this time period.
To determine how much your clitoral hood reduction will cost, we will need to consult with you to discuss the length of the surgery and whether it might be included with another procedure like a mommy makeover, vaginal rejuvenation, or labiaplasty. These additions may change the type of anesthesia used and follow-up visits needed for an accurate estimate. As a standalone procedure, you should expect costs of approximately $6,000-$10,000.
Financing is available to help you reach your goals and enjoy the benefits of this procedure now with affordable payments.
At the Aesthetic Surgery Institute, your clitoral hood reduction will be performed by our double board-certified surgeon, Dr. Do. With experience performing over 10,000 cosmetic procedures in Houston, including vaginal tightening and reshaping procedures, you can trust us with this delicate but life-enhancing surgery.
We know that the subject can be uncomfortable to discuss, but for your first consultation you will meet with a highly trained female Patient Care Coordinator to answer all your questions and help you feel fully informed and comfortable with your decision. You can review clitoral hood reduction before-and-after images in complete privacy and with no obligation to move forward.
Choosing to improve your confidence, appearance, and personal pleasure with a clitoral hood reduction is an empowering choice that we fully support. Choose Dr. Do’s compassionate team and don’t wait to get started. Schedule your consultation today and learn more about how this procedure can transform the way you feel about physical intimacy.
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