Recovery: How long do the stitches of a labiaplasty last?

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Labiaplasty in Madrid Spain is one of the most demanded surgical procedures by women in recent years. It involves, on a regular basis, a great change in the quality of life of our patients, a great change in the quality of life of our patients, as it solves constant problems of discomfort and discomfortIt solves constant problems of discomfort and discomfort, which in turn translate into low self-esteem and confidence.

With a labiaplasty we modify the size and shape of the labia majora and minora in the female intimate area.. It is a quick and simple surgery that is usually performed under local anesthesia and, therefore, on an outpatient basis.

However, it is especially important to it is especially important to pay attention to the necessary care after the operation, since we will get the best result (if we follow them well)However, it is especially important to pay attention to the necessary care after the operation, since this is where we will obtain the best results (if we follow them well) or problems and complications (if we follow them badly).

One of the keys to proper recovery after labiaplasty is the healing of the stitches. But, how long do the stitches of a labiaplasty last? This is a common question among our patients, especially to know when they can lead a normal life and when they will be able to have sexual relations again.

But first, what do we solve with a labiaplasty?

Before explaining the suturing and healing process of a labiaplasty in Madrid Spain, it is important that we understand the benefits of this intervention. With a labiaplasty we get a double benefit, because we solve aesthetic and health problems in a single procedure.

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First of all, one of the most common complaints of patients undergoing labiaplasty is pain during sexual intercourse. pain during sexual intercourse.. This can be caused by various factors within the shape and size of the intimate area, so it is essential to conduct a good study before carrying out the operation.

In addition to this pain during sex, there is also a constant discomfort when the constant discomfort when the patient wears very tight clothing, such as sports tights or bikinis.such as sports tights or bikinis. This causes problems of self-esteem and confidence, in addition to the refusal to perform certain activities, as natural as sports or going to the beach or pool.

On a physical level, it is also is also common to notice discomfort in everyday actions such as crossing our legs while sitting. while sitting. To this we must add psychological problems arising from embarrassment about the appearance of our genital area.

Finally, if our labia majora or labia minora have an excessively large and bulging shape, we may suffer from redness, irritation and swelling in this area, which can cause great discomfort and not only that, but also the appearance of infections that put our health at risk. infections that put our health at risk.

Now that we know this, what is the postoperative period for labiaplasty like?

The postoperative period is fundamental in a labiaplasty (and in practically any surgery) to obtain the desired result and to avoid complications. the result we want and that no complications occur at any time. at any time.

The suturing and subsequent healing of a labiaplasty is a delicate process that we must respect at all times. Fortunately, most labiaplasty sutures are most labiaplasty sutures are usually dissolvable and the stitches will eventually fall out on their own without needing to be removed.. This process can last between 3 and 4 weeks approximately, which solves the question of the post and the question of ¿how long do the stitches of a labiaplasty last?

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Before this time, about two weeks after the operation, it is necessary to go to the clinic for a check-up so that the doctor can examine the condition of the scars thoroughly. With this we rule out the risk of infection and see which stitches have fallen out and which have not.

After the first revision, it will be advisable to wait another two weeks until the healing process is complete.. In this period, most of the stitches will have dissolved, and it will be time to remove those that have not fallen out naturally.

During all this time, the area should be kept clean, also avoiding excess humidity, which favors bacterial that favors the proliferation of bacteria. Should an infection occur, we could suffer an evident delay in the healing process, with the risk of even having to remove the stitches and restart the healing process.

When will I be able to have sex again?

Once we know how long the stitches of a labiaplasty in Madrid Spain last, another big question that our patients ask themselves is when they will be able to have sexual intercourse again safely and painlessly.

This is the main longing of many of our patients because, after years of discomfort and insecurities, exploiting their sexuality in a safe and confident way is certainly a great privilege for them, to exploit their sexuality in a safe and confident way is undoubtedly a great privilege for them.

Well, the time we must wait to have sexual relations can vary between 4 and 6 weeks after the operation. can vary between 4 and 6 weeks after the operation.. This is the time needed for the healing process to be completed definitively.

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In any case, it is essential that before making the decision to have sexual relations again, a thorough check-up at the clinic should be carried out.. Delays in the healing process and the presence of infections will be ruled out.

If we have any doubts about the recovery process after any female genital surgery, the best thing to do is to go to our clinic of confidencewhere we will be given all the necessary information and care to follow.

Do you want to know more about surgeries such as labiaplasty or abdominoplasty at Sculpture Clinic? Contact us and clarify all your doubts.

In Sculpture Clinic we are specialists in genital surgery and labiaplasty, thanks to our great team of professionals.. We will listen to your doubts and questions, trying to give you the best treatment to make your experience with us fantastic.

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