Clitoral Hood Reduction & Hoodectomy in London

clitoral hood reduction

Clitoral hood reduction, also known as a hoodectomy is most commonly performed as part of a labiaplasty procedure and aims to reduce the length and projection of the skin around the clitoris. This procedure can be done for various reasons but is typically done to enhance stimulation during sexual activity or reduce excess skin that causes discomfort while exercising or wearing certain clothing. The goal of a clitoral hood reduction is to eliminate the excess folds of the clitoral hood or prepuce.

What is a Labiaplasty?

Am I a suitable candidate for clitoral hood reduction?

You should be over the age of 18 years. You will need to be in good physical and mental health. You will need to stop smoking at least two weeks prior to the procedure and be able to not smoke throughout the recovery process. You will also need to ensure you know the risks associated with the procedure and have realistic expectations of what the procedure can achieve.

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Surgical Techniques in Clitoral Hood Reduction & Hoodectomy

The clitoral hood reduction procedure aims to improve the aesthetic appearance while maintaining functionality.

The procedure is comfortably performed with a local anaesthetic and the option of mild oral tablet sedation is available which may make you feel drowsy. The injection of a local anaesthetic renders the area fully numb which means there is little or no discomfort during the procedure. However, if you do not wish to be awake for the procedure, the option of TIVA general anaesthetic is available. Clitoral hood reduction takes about one hour to perform.

Is labiaplasty painful?

There are different methods for completing the clitoral hood reduction. These include:

Bilateral excision: the prepuce tissues which cover the clitoral glans is removed, with the glans in the middle being maintained.
Excision of redundant folds: as the name suggests, the redundant folds of the clitoral prepuce tissue are surgically removed. In this case, the incisions are made parallel to the long axis of the clitoris to reduce the risk of sensory disturbances to the clitoris.

The clitoral hood reduction is often performed as part of a labiaplasty, which involves reshaping the labia minora. With a combined labia minora reduction and clitoral hood reduction, the procedure takes about 2 hours to complete.

Recovery After Clitoral Hood Reduction

After having a clitoral hood reduction, it is normal to experience some swelling and bruising. You may also experience some pain and discomfort. Your surgeon will be able to give you medication to take if you need help managing pain levels. Ice packs can be used to help reduce swelling. Most people will need to take at least two to three days off to recover from surgery. You will have sutures in place, however, these will dissolve over the following few days. You should wear a sanitary pad for the first week to help with any bleeding. Any rigorous physical activity – including any sexual intercourse – will have to be avoided for one month.

Labiaplasty before and after photos

Risks and Potential Complications of Clitoral Hood Reduction

As with any surgical procedure, clitoral hood reduction carries certain rare risks. Risks associated with this procedure include:

Wound separation
Asymmetry
Infection
Reactions to the anaesthetic

Our surgeons take all relevant precautions to ensure that the likelihood of complications occurring is minimal.

Everything you need to know about labiaplasty

FAQs

What is the minimum age I need to be to have a hoodectomy?

You will need to be 18 years or older.
Will I have noticeable scars after clitoral hood reduction?

Any labiaplasty procedure involving an incision will result in a scar. While you will have a scar, it will be more prominent after surgery and will fade in colour and size over time. Scarring will be very minimal and should not be noticeable to others.
When can I start exercising again after hoodectomy?

This will vary from person to person, however, we recommend you avoid vigorous physical exercise for at least one month.
When can I expect to see the results after having clitoral hood reduction?

There will be a degree of bruising and swelling initially which can obscure the final results. However, you should be able to see the final result once the swelling has gone down, which is usually after a few weeks.

Julie Dyson

11:05 23 Jun 22

Everyone at the Centre for Surgery has exceeded my expectations by miles! From the moment I made contact and enquired about the procedures offered, all the way through to my post-operative aftercare, I have been blown away by the levels of customer service and empathy shown to me on my journey.At 62 years of age, some might question whether I was a bit old for a “mummy makeover” wanting both a bi-lateral breast reduction and an abdominoplasty. However, I was treated so kindly and with such respect that these thoughts were soon left behind. Lidia the Patient Coordinator allocated to me was great – she sent me loads of information to read and arranged a consultation with Mr Ertan Erel, the surgeon.When I met Mr Erel, he immediately made me feel at ease. We discussed performing the procedures in a staged format, to allow my body to recover in between surgeries. He also encouraged me to lose a few kilos before my surgery saying it would be of benefit health-wise and give better results. He walked me through both of the procedures, what to expect and likely outcomes. We agreed that I would have the breast reduction first, followed by the tummy-tuck 4 to 6 months after that. I was offered a follow-up consultation, but didn’t need one, I was so happy with the first.Lidia then helped me choose a date for the first op based on my personal commitment to lose the weight. The encouragement helped tremendously and in January 2022, I had my first surgery. On the day, the whole team were amazing, from the receptionist who greeted me, the entire theatre team – Mr Erel, the anaesthetist and all the theatre nurses couldn’t have looked after me any better. What was truly wonderful for me – I was able to go home the same day once Mr Erel and the nurses were happy for me to leave, no stay in hospital where you can’t sleep etc. – absolute bliss.The support team telephoned me the next day to ensure all was well and organised an appointment to see a perioperative nurse to check my wounds and re-dress. How lucky am I – Sophie Ship is just the best! Knowing that support team was always available together with regular check-ups in Sophie's very capable hands I was very soon on the mend.AT 6 weeks post-op, I had a review with both Mr Erel and Sophie. We were all delighted with the results and my recovery, it was agreed that the second operation could take place in May/June.Lidia, then sent me loads more information about the procedure, answering all my questions swiftly and booked the date. To ensure I was fit for surgery, Mr Erel saw me again two weeks before my surgery. All was agreed and the abdominoplasty performed on 25th May. Once again, everything went like clockwork and every member of the team were outstanding.I’m now 4 weeks post-op 2 and already delighted with the results. Mr Erel is a genius! I feel so privileged to have had both my surgeries performed by him. The swelling is already going down and I can’t wait to see how I look in a couple of months.I have given Centre for Surgery and Mr Erel permission to show my photographs to anyone considering the procedure(s) and am more than happy to provide more details/chat to anyone about any concerns they have. Please just ask Centre for Surgery/Mr Erel to arrange.

Jose Sasam

14:44 28 May 22

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10:18 28 May 22

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Jemes Rodreges

05:59 28 May 22

Staff are very helpful and friendly, nothing has ever been to much trouble. Definitely put me at ease before I had my surgery and gave great aftercare after my surgery

C Hazel

20:08 02 May 22

I made an enquiry with the Centre for Surgery after reading everyone's reviews on Google - and I am elated that I chose CfS.The website was easy to navigate and provided me with sufficient information and understanding of the consultation I wanted to have. Booking the appointment and paying the small consultation deposit was incredibly simple. The availability of appointments on offer was really good too.I received quick confirmation of my booking, and also an email reminder of my appointment one day prior which was really nice.The clinic, both interior and exterior, was well kept and clean.The consultant was Dr Alok Misra. I was really nervous but his bubbly and kind character quickly put me at ease. First he clarified the purpose of my visit (which shows that Dr Misra and the team are observant) and discussed my concerns. Dr Misra was honest and open. He carefully listened to everything I had to say, repeated what we discussed to ensure there was no misunderstanding (I really appreciated this), and then gave advice and guidance which neither me nor self Google-searches, would have ever considered.At the end of the consultation, his team brought me to a private office to discuss what was said and to ask how I'd like to proceed. I think this is an example of exemplar customer service.