ISAPS highlights growth of labiaplasty

Labiaplasty Is the world’s fastest growing cosmetic surgery procedure, claims an international study.

Labiaplasty Is the world’s fastest growing cosmetic surgery procedure, claims an international study from the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

The study surveyed cosmetic procedures in 106 countries, and shows significant growth in labiaplasty.

Labiaplasty is a procedure that reduces the length of the labia minora, when a woman experiences discomfort from chaffing or twisting when exercising or feels self-conscious about the length of her labia lips.

In 2016, the number of labiaplasty procedures performed increased by 45%, with the top ten countries performing labiaplasty procedures:

 1. USA 23,155 6. Turkey 5,448
2. Brazil 13,266 7. Colombia 4,087
3. Russia 8,774 8. France 3,905
4. Spain 6,894 9. Mexico 3,758
5. Germany 6,877 10. India 3,540

Lina Triana of ISAPS says; “There is a big misconception in the media and among some members of the public that labiaplasty is not a cosmetic surgery procedure, but is some kind of female genital mutilation. Unfortunately, this is a common misunderstanding, but nothing could be further from the truth. Labiaplasty is a cosmetic procedure intended to improve the quality of life for a patient. We see many women who are in a great deal of pain – pinching and chaffing, or sores caused by excess labia skin. Most female patients request it to help minimise pain, while others request it to improve the aesthetic appearance of their genital area. This procedure empowers women, and helps them achieve a better quality of life through increased comfort and sexual confidence. Female genital mutilation is the exact opposite, repressing a woman’s sexual function, as well as her confidence and her quality of life.”

Renato Saltz of ISAPS adds; “The significant growth of labiaplasty and vaginal rejuvenation in general [which increased by an additional 11% in 2016] shows us that more women are deciding to take action instead of living with their discomfort. We are expecting this growth to continue as more patients become aware of the procedure as an option for them.”