Penis aesthetics, or in other words, peniaplasty; refers to surgical procedures performed for the purpose of improving the genital area in men aesthetically and sometimes providing a functional improvement. Today, thanks to the developments in aesthetic surgery applications, men have started to show intense interest in genital aesthetic operations. Penis aesthetics is used not only for aesthetic reasons but also for the correction of structural defects that occur congenitally or later as a result of trauma. Peniaplasty operations are also applied for deformations occurring as a result of excessive weight loss or for an individual to gain self-confidence psychologically.
When scientific studies in the branches of urology and plastic surgery are examined, they show that peniaplasty operations performed by specialist physicians on the right patients can give both safe and successful results. However, as in almost every surgical procedure, there may be some risk factors in peniaplasty operations. Therefore, comprehensive evaluations should be made when deciding on surgery, and a personalized treatment plan should be created. Serving its patients in Adana, Private Yaşam Center explained what needs to be known about penis aesthetics and peniaplasty surgeries.
What is Penis Aesthetics (Peniaplasty)?
Penis aesthetics refers to the entirety of surgical and minimally invasive procedures aimed at improving the appearance, thickness, and length of the penis. These treatments are planned according to the anatomical structure of the person, their expectations from the treatment, and their general health status. The treatment methods applied within the scope of peniaplasty are as follows:
- Buried penis correction operation
- Penis thickening treatments
- Penis enlargement surgery
- Correction of penis curvature
- Correction of circumcision errors
- Penis skin or scrotal area procedures
All these treatment applications should be performed by urology physicians or plastic surgery physicians, and the patient should undergo comprehensive evaluations before the treatment.
How are Penis Enlargement Surgeries Performed?
Penis enlargement operations are generally performed by releasing the connective tissues that connect the penis and the body. Thanks to this surgery, the part of the penis remaining inside the body is brought out. As a result, an increase in length is achieved in the flaccid, non-erect penis.
During the surgery, a small incision is made in the root section of the penis. Afterward, the ligament connecting the penis to the pubic bone is released. The doctor may place tissue to provide support to the area if deemed necessary. Then, the opened incision is closed with stitches. Penis enlargement surgeries are operations that can be completed between 45 minutes and one and a half hours. Patients can be discharged from the hospital on the day of surgery or one day later.
Penis Thickening Procedures
Penis thickening treatments are applied for the purpose of expanding the circumferential diameter of the penis. The methods used for penis thickening are as follows:
Fat injection – A thickening is achieved by injecting fat tissue obtained from the patient's own body into the penis.
Filler applications – The penis can be thickened by injecting hyaluronic acid-based filler materials.
Dermal Graft Applications – Penis thickening can be achieved through surgical intervention using subcutaneous tissues.
The effectiveness of penis thickening procedures varies according to the preferred method. In some cases, the doctor may feel the need to perform additional applications.
Who is Penis Aesthetics (Peniaplasty) Suitable For?
Penis aesthetic procedures are not necessary for every man. Therefore, before a peniaplasty surgery decision is made, factors such as the person's health status, expectations from treatment, and anatomical structure should be taken into consideration. The patient groups for whom penis aesthetic procedures can be applied are as follows:
- Those who are dissatisfied with the appearance of their penis
- People with congenital penis deformation or penis curvature
- Those experiencing buried penis problems
- People who experience aesthetic problems in the genital area after losing weight
- People who experience deformation in their penis as a result of trauma or surgical operations can have penis aesthetic procedures performed.
Specialists particularly emphasize that psychological expectations should be realistic. This situation is of great importance for ensuring satisfaction after the treatment.
What are the Risks of Penis Aesthetics (Peniaplasty) Surgeries?
Every surgical operation carries some risk factors within itself. Penis aesthetic applications also have some risks specific to them. Conversely, these risks are at a minimal level in operations performed by physicians with expertise and experience under appropriate clinical conditions. If we need to list the possible complications in peniaplasty procedures:
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Hematoma
- Edema
- Temporary bruising
- Asymmetry
- Melting of a part of the injected filler material or fat
- Sensory changes experienced rarely
How is the Recovery Process After Penis Aesthetics?
The recovery period required after penis aesthetic applications varies according to the nature of the treatment applied and some factors specific to the patient. In general, the recovery process progresses as follows:
After the peniaplasty procedure, patients can return to their daily lives within a few days. Temporary bruising and swelling that occur after the treatment generally start to decrease and disappear within one or two weeks. Doctors generally recommend waiting four to six weeks to have sexual intercourse, although this varies according to the nature of the treatment. The complete healing of the tissues where the operation was applied can take a few months.
During the recovery period, the medications prescribed by the doctor should be used regularly, and doctor check-ups should not be neglected. In this way, the recovery process is supported.
