Clitoral Hood Reduction Surgery

What Is Clitoral Hood Reduction?

Clitoral hood reduction is a procedure that removes excess skin of the clitoral hood, also known as the prepuce. It is commonly performed together with labiaplasty (reduction of the labia minora).

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Benefits of Clitoral Hood Reduction

Excess folds of the clitoral hood can create a prominent bulge, especially after reducing the size of the labia minora. Clitoral hood reduction helps improve the overall balance and appearance of the female genital area.

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Types of Anesthesia Used

Clitoral hood reduction is often performed alongside labiaplasty and may be done under:

• Local anesthesia with oral sedation

• General anesthesia in some cases

 

Surgical Procedure for Clitoral Hood Reduction

The surgeon will identify areas of excess tissue based on each individual’s anatomy.

The pattern of excess tissue can vary from person to person.

In some cases, the clitoral hood may be trimmed in a “Y-shaped” pattern, continuous with the labiaplasty incision.

Dissolvable sutures are typically used, eliminating the need for suture removal.

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Risks of Clitoral Hood Reduction

Possible risks include:

• Bleeding

• Hematoma (blood collection)

• Infection

• Nerve injury

• Removing too much or too little tissue

 

Recovery After Surgery

The recovery period usually depends on the labiaplasty procedure that is performed together with clitoral hood reduction.

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Results of Clitoral Hood Reduction

In individuals with a thick or overly covered clitoral hood, labiaplasty alone may result in an unbalanced appearance.
Clitoral hood reduction helps achieve a more harmonious look.
This procedure, when performed alongside labiaplasty, has a satisfaction rate of over 90%.