This surgery involves the removal or reshaping of large or uneven labia minora (the inner vaginal lips). Long or thick labia often cause irritation, rubbing and discomfort during physical activities and/or intercourse.

Many women also request this surgery to reduce the appearance of a bulge with certain clothing such as wet swimsuits or tight pants.

The term “Labiaplasty” can also relate to the cosmetic surgery of the labia majora (larger outer lips) to make it less prominent or saggy. Labia can grow large with estrogen stimulation at puberty, during pregnancy, after child birth, and with the effects of gravity due to age.