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Labiaplasty in San Diego

Surgery that reduces or reshapes the labia minora, most often sought for physical discomfort during exercise, sex, or with clothing rather than appearance alone. Compare San Diego clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in San Diego

$4,000–$9,000

per procedure · USD

A general range for San Diego, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Labiaplasty surgeons in San Diego

Plastic surgeons in San Diego who list labiaplasty among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre in San Diego

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre

San Diego

4.9 (678) · Google

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 678 Google reviews, performing 27 tracked procedures.

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Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa in San Diego

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa

San Diego

4.9 (264) · Google

Financing available

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 264 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

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Charlie Chen, M.D. in San Diego

Charlie Chen, M.D.

San Diego

5.0 (140) · Google

Financing available

Charlie Chen, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 5 stars across 140 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Golden Triangle Facial Plastic Surgery in San Diego

Golden Triangle Facial Plastic Surgery

San Diego

4.8 (245) · Google

Financing available

Golden Triangle Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.8 stars across 245 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Chasan in San Diego

Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Chasan

San Diego

4.8 (173) · Google

Financing available

Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Chasan is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.8 stars across 173 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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Coastal Plastic Surgeons in San Diego

Coastal Plastic Surgeons

San Diego

4.8 (60) · Google

Financing available

Coastal Plastic Surgeons is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.8 stars across 60 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Center for Cosmetic Surgery: Sassan Alavi, MD in San Diego

Center for Cosmetic Surgery: Sassan Alavi, MD

San Diego

4.5 (237) · Google

Financing available

Center for Cosmetic Surgery: Sassan Alavi, MD is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.5 stars across 237 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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About Labiaplasty

Surgery that reduces or reshapes the labia minora, most often sought for physical discomfort during exercise, sex, or with clothing rather than appearance alone.

Sessions

One procedure, permanent

Downtime

1 week off work, no exercise for 4 to 6 weeks, no sex for 6 to 8 weeks

Good candidate

Adults experiencing physical discomfort, chafing, or interference with activity, or who are bothered by asymmetry, with realistic expectations and an understanding of normal anatomical variation

  • Relieves chafing and discomfort during exercise, cycling, and intercourse
  • Resolves difficulty with certain clothing
  • Corrects marked asymmetry
  • High reported satisfaction for patients with genuine physical symptoms
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At a glance

Labiaplasty in San Diego: the numbers

8 plastic surgery practices in the San Diego area list labiaplasty. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 8 with Google reviews hold 2,160 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 7 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: San Diego (5), La Jolla (2), Del Mar (1).
From their own websites

What San Diego labiaplasty practices state about themselves

What 8 San Diego practices that list labiaplasty say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 4 of 8 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 1 of 8 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 2 of 8 state a free consultation
  • 1 of 8 mention financing
  • Languages practices say they speak: Mandarin (1), Spanish (1)
  • 4 of 8 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Changes Plastic Surgery & SpaLabiaplasty: This relatively quick, one-hour procedure is performed under local anesthesia in-office. You can expect a quick recovery with only mild discomfort. Sexual relations can typically resume in 2 to 3 weeks.
Charlie Chen, M.D.Labiaplasty is an outpatient surgery and can be performed under local or general anesthesia.
Coastal Plastic SurgeonsThe trim method (edge resection) involves creating an incision where extra tissue is removed along the length of the labia and sewn up directly, making the inner labia even with the outer labia or slightly receded. This is the most common type of labiaplasty.
Golden Triangle Facial Plastic SurgeryLabiaplasty is a customizable procedure that treats the labia minora and occasionally the labia majora.
Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul ChasanAlthough labiaplasty can be performed on both the inner and outer labia, it’s most commonly done on the inner labia to shorten their length, so they don’t hang below the outer.
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Coastal Plastic SurgeonsLabiaplasty can be combined with other procedures, such as breast augmentation , liposuction , or tummy tuck surgery , as part of a Mommy Makeover .
Golden Triangle Facial Plastic SurgeryDuring the labiaplasty, the excess and loose tissue is removed, and the remaining tissue is repositioned – allowing the lips of the labia minora to stay tucked within the labia majora.
FAQ

Labiaplasty in San Diego: common questions

How much does Labiaplasty cost in San Diego?

Labiaplasty generally runs $4,000–$9,000 per procedure, and each San Diego clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed San Diego clinics for a personalized quote.

How often should I get Labiaplasty?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most San Diego providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

Can I wear makeup after Labiaplasty?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

Is there such a thing as normal?

Yes, and it covers an extremely wide range. Published anatomical studies show labia minora length varying by several centimeters between healthy adults, and asymmetry between sides is the norm rather than the exception. A great deal of anxiety about this comes from pornography and from heavily edited imagery, neither of which represents a typical population. A good consultation includes a surgeon telling you plainly that your anatomy is within normal range, if it is, and that surgery is optional.

What are the actual reasons people have this done?

The most commonly reported reason is physical: chafing during exercise, discomfort while cycling or riding, pain during intercourse, or difficulty wearing certain clothing. Appearance is a secondary reason for many patients and the primary one for some. Both are legitimate, and patients with physical symptoms tend to report high satisfaction rates.

How much does it cost?

Nationally, $4,000 to $9,000 including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility. Insurance generally does not cover it unless there is a documented medical indication, which is uncommon. Confirm what the quote includes, since anesthesia is sometimes quoted separately for this procedure.

What are the risks?

The specific concerns are over-resection, meaning removing too much tissue, which is difficult to correct and can cause chronic discomfort, along with scarring, changes in sensation, and asymmetry between sides. Over-resection is the complication that most often leads to regret, which makes conservative surgical judgment more valuable here than aggressive results. Ask the surgeon directly about their approach to how much tissue they remove.

Who should perform it?

Both plastic surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and gynecologists with specific training in this procedure perform it. What matters is documented experience with this operation specifically, not general credentials in either field. Ask how many they perform annually and to see before and after photographs. Be cautious of clinics marketing packaged vaginal rejuvenation bundles combining surgery with devices and injectables, since that framing tends to prioritize sales over surgical judgment.

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