Internationally renowned
Top Specialist
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Prof. asoc. Dr. Stefan Gress
Plastic & Aesthetic Surgeon
Reconstruction
of the hymen
A second hymen is especially important to women in Arab or Southern European countries for religious or social reasons.
Everything important at a glance
Hymen Reconstruction
Duration of surgery
1.5 hours
Combination dates possible
1st day consultation, 2nd day surgery, 3rd day aftercare
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia
Surgery
Outpatient in the practice’s operating room
Preparation before surgery
Complete intimate shaving, taking antibiotics and painkillers
Follow-up treatment
Compress inserts for 10-14 days
Convalescence period
Take it easy for approx. 1 week after the procedure, no sport (cycling, jogging, horse riding etc.) for 6 weeks, no sexual intercourse and no use of tampons
Costs
2,600 euros
Important information
Hymen Reconstruction
Why?
In Arab and southern European countries in particular, the hymen has traditional significance before marriage. The important thing is that it bleeds the first time a woman has sexual intercourse on her wedding night as this is considered proof of intact virginity.
Getting there
No special preparation is required. As with any procedure, you should not take any medication (eg aspirin) that affects blood thinning at least 14 days prior to the procedure. Following a physical examination the day before and a detailed consultation at our practice, the procedure can be performed the day after.
The Result
A wound check with dressing change is performed the day after the operation. Please take the medication (antibiotic and decongestant medication) as prescribed. It goes without saying that you should not use a tampon or have sexual intercourse after the procedure as the hymen will tear again.
How it’s done
The hymen, also known as the cherry, is a thin, elastic membrane consisting of fine fibers that partially blocks the vaginal opening. It is shaped like a ring and covers the vaginal opening. Discharge and menstrual blood can flow out through the opening of the ring.
The function of the hymen is not entirely clear. Some scientists speculate it is supposed to protect the vagina against infections or foreign bodies during childhood. The hymen can tear not only during a woman’s first sexual encounter or by inserting a tampon, but also during sports, gymnastics, riding, cycling etc.
The hymen usually tears in a star shape in the first instance of sexual intercourse. The villiform remains of the hymen are separated using a fine laser and reassembled to form a ring-shaped membrane once again. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes about one to one-and-a-half hours.
FAQ / Questions and Answers
How many appointments do I need?
For restoration of the hymen, you will need a total of three appointments:
consultation/preliminary examination, surgery, and check-up the morning after the procedure. The consultation and surgical procedure may not take place on the same day.
Sports
You should not do any strenuous sports for two weeks.
Showering, water, soap
You may take a shower the day after the procedure, but only use clear water for one week. Please only use pH-neutral products. No baths!
Swimming
You should avoid chlorine-treated water in public swimming pools for three weeks. You are allowed to swim again in lakes or the sea after one week.
Pain
Generally speaking, the restoration of the hymen is not painful.
Periods
Having your period on the day of surgery does not constitute a problem. Of course, you should not use a tampon afterwards.
Shaving
Please completely shave your genital area before the procedure.
Working
You can return to work the day after the procedure.
Risks
There are no serious risks or complications associated with hymen reconstruction. Severe pain is not to be expected. General movement and day-to-day activities may cause a suture to unravel, requiring it to be sewn in a second time. That is why a check-up after around four weeks, or at least six weeks before the wedding night, would be ideal. The hymen usually bleeds on the wedding night if is torn again through sexual intercourse. However, this cannot be guaranteed, just like it does not necessarily bleed the first time.
Costs and operating time
The reconstruction of the hymen takes around one to one-and-a-half hours and costs EUR 2,600.
The fee for the operation must be settled before the day of the surgery. A deposit of EUR 500 is required to secure an appointment for surgery.
Financing
Please understand that we are unable to provide any financing ourselves. However, MEDIPAY has been our reliable partner on this matter for many years now. You can find all the relevant information on our information page or by visiting www.medipay.de.
Individual information
You can request further information or arrange an appointment here. This is non-binding information free of charge. We have set up a telephone advice service for you. Call +49 (0) 89 24 22 39 22 for advice on your own surgical needs. This personal advice service is non-binding and free of charge.
„Pioneer of female genital surgery“
„The labia pope of Germany“
„The Vagina Picasso
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From a technical point of view, I have to admit that Doctor Gress works wonders. I had little hope, but he manages to reconstruct everything and I can now feel safe and pain-free.
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Over 12,500 operations in total
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Over 7,500 operations in the female genital area
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Over 30 years of experience
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Scientific Frontrunner
Inventor of the
Composite Reduction Labiaplasty
This publication by Prof. Gress in the Journal of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery describes the world’s most renowned technique for labiaplasty. It not only reduces the labia minora below the clitoris, but also in the area of the clitoris and above. It also corrects a protruding clitoris (clitoral protrusion). This is the perfect technique if the outer labia are to completely enclose or cover the inner labia.
While the reduction of the labia minora was still considered rather unusual a few years ago, it is now part of the on the homepages of most plastic surgeons and an increasing number of gynecologists. gynecologists…
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Textbook author and teacher
of female genital surgery and intimate surgery
Standard
International
Bestseller
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International textbook by Prof. Gress Intimate genital surgery, especially for techniques to reduce the labia minora, to reconstruct the labia minora and for labia revision and to reduce the labia majora and for shaping the mons veneris.
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Specialist for
Labia Reconstruction and Revision, Labia Reduction, Labia Correction, Vaginal Tightening
This publication by Prof. Gress entitled “Labia Minora Repair” in the Journal of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, describes the possibilities of reconstructing the labia minora after botched previous operations. The correction is described in particular detail when the labia minora below the clitoris have been excessively shortend and the clitoris protrudes too far (small penis deformity).
The demand for surgical procedures to treat the external female genital area, in particular labia reduction and labiaplasty has increased significantly in recent years…
Well known
from the media
Professor
of Plastic Surgery
Prof. Gress is a member of numerous professional societies.
It goes without saying that Prof. Gress actively participates in the most renowned specialist congresses worldwide and organizes and conducts his own teaching events and lectures, in particular to ensure the highest international standards for surgical and treatment techniques, the »State of the art«.
Memberships
Professor Gress is a member in the most important national and international specialist societies.
ASPS
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
DGPRÄC
Deutsche Gesellschaft der Plastischen, Rekonstruktiven und Ästhetischen Chirurgen
ISAPS
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
IPRAS
International Confederation for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery