FAQs FAQS
ABOUT PENIS ENLARGEMENT (PHALLOPLASTY) SURGERY
1.
How long does the procedure take?
Penis lengthening typically takes
1 hour and penis widening 2 hours. The surgery is performed in an outpatient
surgery center.
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What type of anesthesia is used?
It is recommended that general
anesthesia is used which is performed by board-certified anesthesiologists. Intravenous
sedation can be used in patients who do not desire general anesthesia.
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to top 3. Is there a lot
of pain after the procedure?
Most patients report mild-moderate
pain for a few days following the procedure. This is well-controlled with Vicodin
or Tylenol #3.
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How long should I remain in the Los Angeles area?
It is recommended
that patients arrive 1 day prior to surgery and stay at least 2 days following
their surgery.
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When can I return to work?
Most patients can return to non-physical
work in 2-3 days after surgery. Patients with physical work can usually return
within 1 week.
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Does it matter if I'm not circumcised?
Circumcision is required prior to penile widening with Alloderm (preferably at least 1 month prior). It is not required prior to penile lengthening.
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gains greater in the flaccid or erect states?
Initially, the length
gain is usually greater in the flaccid state. However, after the penis stretching
program is completed, the length gains in the flaccid and erect state are usually
similar.
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Can the penis enlargement procedures be performed together?
Yes, penis
lengthening, penis widening with Alloderm, and penis glans enlargement with
hyaluronic-acid gel can be performed together.
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top 9. What are the risks of
penis lengthening surgery?
The most common complication following penis
lengthening surgery is bleeding which is usually caused by excessive activity
soon after the procedure. Possible but rare complications include infection, keloid
scarring, penis shortening, erectile dysfunction, or decrease in penis sensation.
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risks of penis widening surgery with Alloderm?
The most common
complication following penis widening surgery with Alloderm is infection which
is usually caused by water entering the incision site. Possible but rare complications
include penis skin sloughing (especially in smokers), penis shortening, hematoma
or seroma formation (collection of blood or serum under the skin), erectile dysfunction,
or decrease in penis sensation.
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What are the risks of penis glans enlargement with hyaluronic-acid gel?
Although
our experience has been relatively limited, we have not seen any significant complication
to date. Possible but rare complications include infection, decrease in penis
sensation, change in ejaculatory or erectile function.
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of the penis enlargement procedures permanent?
The results from
penis lengthening and penis widening are expected to be permanent.
The results
from penis glans enlargement with hyaluronic-acid gel injections are expected
to diminish within 12 months.
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Will insurance cover these procedures?
Insurance will sometimes
cover these procedures if related to a congenital deformity such as micro-penis
(less than 4 inches erect) or if medically necessary as in the case of concealed
or buried penis in obese patients.
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