Discomfort during exercise, intimacy, or everyday activities shouldn’t be your norm. For some, an enlarged clitoral hood can cause chafing, reduced sensitivity, or self-consciousness, impacting both physical comfort and confidence. At Seattle Plastic Surgery, our expert team performs precise clitoral hood reductions to gently reshape excess tissue, enhancing comfort, sensation, and natural aesthetics. This minor outpatient procedure is designed to help you feel as vibrant as you look.
Understanding the Clitoral Hood Reduction Surgery
Clitoral hood reduction is a minor, highly targeted surgery that trims the excess folds of skin covering the clitoral glans, excess that often develops due to genetics, hormonal shifts at puberty, childbirth, or age-related tissue laxity. When this extra tissue bunches up, it can trap moisture, limit airflow, rub uncomfortably against clothing, and even dull sexual sensation. By carefully removing just enough skin while preserving the surrounding nerves, the procedure exposes more of the clitoris, alleviates friction-related irritation, and creates a smoother, more balanced contour that aligns with your aesthetic goals.
Benefits of Clitoral Hood Reduction
A subtle, 30-minute refinement can deliver outsized returns: less rubbing, easier hygiene, and more direct clitoral stimulation, boosting comfort and confidence every day.
- Enhanced clitoral stimulation during intimacy or self-pleasure
- Less chafing in leggings, cycling shorts, and swimwear
- Simplified hygiene thanks to fewer hidden folds
- Balanced vulvar appearance that complements or completes a labiaplasty
Tailor-made results—the amount removed is customized to your anatomy and goals
Who Is an Ideal Candidate?
Most healthy adults bothered by excess hood tissue qualify. Clitoral hood reduction may be right for you if:
- You experience irritation or pain from friction during exercise or intercourse.
- The hood looks bulky or asymmetric, especially after childbirth or labiaplasty.
- You feel self-conscious wearing form-fitting clothes or in intimate settings.
You’d like to enhance clitoral exposure for stronger, more consistent sensation.
Your Consultation at Seattle Plastic Surgery
A board-certified surgeon meets with you in our private downtown Seattle clinic, reviews your goals, and performs a gentle exam. We use 3-D imaging to preview results and discuss whether combining labiaplasty, ThermiVa®, or mons reduction could create optimal symmetry.
The Procedure
At Seattle Plastic Surgery, clitoral hood reduction takes place inside the center’s JCAHO-accredited, hospital-grade operating suite on Broadway. Our expert surgeon and certified anesthesia provider first administer comfortable local anesthesia with light oral sedation, then create two tiny, curved incisions along the hood’s natural creases. Using surgical magnification, the surgeon precisely removes only the excess tissue while safeguarding nerve pathways, and finishes with fine, absorbable sutures. The procedure lasts about 30–45 minutes, and the facility’s hospital-level sterilization, monitoring, and emergency protocols let you return home the same day with minimal downtime.
Recovery & Aftercare
You will notice mild swelling and pinpoint spotting during the first few days, but most discomfort typically resolves quickly with rest and the application of cool compresses. For the first week, wear only loose cotton underwear to reduce friction and keep the incision dry. Skip baths, pools, and hot tubs for two whole weeks to prevent infection, and hold off on sexual penetration or tampon use until your surgeon clears you, typically around the four-week mark. By then, most of the swelling has subsided, and you can gradually return to regular exercise and intimate activities, as advised.
Results You Can Expect
Within 6–8 weeks, you’ll notice a refined, natural-looking contour as the clitoral hood settles into its new shape. The glans will be gently exposed—just enough to reduce friction, improve hygiene, and enhance sensitivity. Many patients describe easier arousal and more intense orgasms due to increased direct stimulation. While individual healing varies, final results are designed to look and feel balanced.
Risks & How We Minimize Them
While all surgical procedures carry some degree of risk such as minor bleeding, infection, or temporary changes in sensation, our board-certified surgeons prioritize your safety through advanced techniques, advanced closure methods, and personalized aftercare. We ensure a smooth recovery with minimal discomfort. Serious complications are exceptionally rare, and our team is there to deliver you both, your aesthetic and functional goals.
Cost & Financing Options
At Seattle Plastic Surgery, a standalone clitoral hood reduction is $7,995, which includes the surgeon’s fee, accredited operating suite, local anesthesia, and routine follow-ups. Combining it with labiaplasty or other procedures will raise the total, but your coordinator will give a personalized quote beforehand. Because insurance rarely covers this elective surgery, we offer flexible plans through CareCredit®, Alphaeon Credit®, United Medical Credit, and in-house 0%-interest options so you can pay over time.
Why Choose Seattle Plastic Surgery?
Seattle Plastic Surgery brings together top-tier expertise—including KING 5’s “Top Plastic Surgeon” Dr. Craig Jonov, double-board-certified Dr. Tarak Patel, and facial specialist Dr. David Santos in our Broadway facility. From advanced surgical procedures to precision injectables, every treatment is customized for natural, patient-focused results. With decades of collective experience and innovative techniques—like local anesthesia for safer, quicker recoveries—their team delivers exceptional care. Consistently glowing reviews on Google, RealSelf, and Vitals reflect their commitment to excellence. Free consultations, instant quotes, bilingual staff, and flexible hours make premium aesthetics seamless for Seattle patients.
Schedule Your Private Consultation
Be at ease within your body. Call 206-338-5299 or click here to book a consultation with our experts at Seattle Plastic Surgery. Our surgeon will listen, answer every question, and design a plan that lets you move freely and confidently again.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to make a clitoral hood smaller? H3
A clitoral hood reduction gently trims the excess skin that covers the clitoral glans. Performed under local anesthesia in about 30–45 minutes, the surgeon removes just enough tissue to expose more of the clitoris while preserving sensation.
What causes a clitoral hood reduction? H3
Hormonal shifts, genetics, childbirth, or age-related laxity can thicken or elongate the hood. When that extra tissue traps moisture, rubs on clothing, or dulls stimulation, a reduction offers a targeted fix.
How do I know if I need a clitoral hood reduction? H3
You may be a candidate if you experience chronic chafing, difficulty achieving clitoral stimulation, feel self-conscious in tight clothing, or notice asymmetry after labiaplasty. A consultation clarifies whether surgery—or a nonsurgical alternative—best meets your goals.
How much does a clitoral hood reduction cost? H3
At Seattle Plastic Surgery, a standalone procedure is $7,995, which covers the surgeon’s fee, accredited facility, local anesthesia, and routine follow-ups; flexible financing plans are available.
