Manhood and sex are important topics for a man. A small penis can cause significant discomfort in everyday life. Some men see it as a major and painful concern, which prevents them from living harmonious intimate and social relationships.
Penoplasty in Marseille: penile lengthening
Dr Christophe Desouches, cosmetic surgeon in Marseille, is recognized for his expertise in penoplasty, also called cosmetic penis surgery, penile lengthening or cosmetic phalloplasty.
The penis is attached to the pubis by a ligament called the suspensory ligament of the penis. The goal of this intervention is to partially disinsert this ligament in order to obtain lengthening at rest. The skin incision made at the base of the penis is made according to a design that allows by a technical device (advancement flap) to gain skin in order to increase this lengthening.
The enlargement of the penis thus obtained is 2 to 3 cm, at rest only.
Do you need to enlarge your penis?
The usefulness of this intervention is based more on the “perceived size” of the male sex rather than on objective measures. This means that for some patients, even if they are in a statistical average, it may be beneficial to proceed with penile lengthening if it resolves their physical and psychological concerns, allowing them to regain their self-confidence.
It therefore concerns any man dissatisfied with the dimensions of his penis, at rest or in erection, whether in length or in diameter.
There is no age limit, this operation can be performed by mature men as well as young men who have not yet started their sex life.
How is a penoplasty procedure performed?
The intervention consists of incising the skin between the penis and the pubis. This incision measures between 4 and 5 centimeters. It allows access to the suspensory ligament and partially detach it. A cutaneous plasty is carried out during the closing which makes it possible to obtain a gain of skin.
Sutures are made with absorbable stitches. The anesthesia used is generally complete (general anesthesia) or sometimes local combined with intravenous sedation. The operation is most of the time performed on an outpatient basis, with a discharge the same day.
The operation lasts about an hour.
Initial consultation for penoplasty
During this consultation, your surgeon will inquire about the importance of your social discomfort, your sex life, your erections, in order to have a precise knowledge of your case. Sometimes it will be possible that a visit to a specialist colleague such as a urologist or a psychiatrist is recommended to you, in order to give you the best advice.
Any surgery, even minor, carries risks. These complications are extremely rare and usually minor in this situation. The risk of a reaction to anesthesia cannot be eliminated. The complication sometimes found is infection or hematoma.
Penoplasty results in scarring. The evolution of these scars is unpredictable and can be exceptionally unfavorable with the occurrence of hypertrophic or retractile scars. These scar complications can cause discomfort and require a new operation.
Before surgery
It is imperative to stop smoking at least one month before the surgery, tobacco being a factor in delaying healing. The intake of aspirin is prohibited 10 days before the operation. Before the surgery, it is necessary to shower with an antiseptic soap.
On the day of the penoplasty, you should allow enough time to arrive at the scheduled time, without excessive stress. It is important to arrange for someone to accompany you home after your hospitalization and who may help you in the first few days following your surgery.
Postoperative care and recovery after penoplasty
The postoperative effects are generally not very painful. Edema may appear which usually takes 10 to 15 days to resolve. Sexual abstinence is imperative for 3 weeks.
A support brief and bandages will be essential for 2 weeks to protect the scar from any tension. Scarring usually occurs after 2 weeks, when the sutures resolve.
The result stabilizes around the 4th month. It is on this date that we can assess the final result.
A work stoppage of a few days may be necessary, depending on the physical stress associated with your professional activity, a sedentary activity allowing a faster recovery.
The gain of 2 to 3 cm is variable from one patient to another, it depends on his anatomy. It is seen on the flaccid penis, and has a little less impact during erection.
Penis enlargement: a complementary option to lengthening penoplasty
In addition to lengthening penoplasty, it is possible to combine it with penis thickening penoplasty which will enlarge the penis using lipofilling or by injection of hyaluronic acid.
These two operations can be grouped together or considered in isolation.
Price of a penoplasty
Price of a penoplasty according to the type:
– Penoplasty lengthening price: €3,600
– Price of fat thickening penoplasty: €3,600
– Price of penoplasty thickening with hyaluronic acid: €1800
– Penoplasty lengthening and thickening price: €5,000
A detailed quote is always provided by Dr. Desouches in order to obtain the patient's informed consent before the session. The fees include the cost of the clinic, the operating room as well as the fees of the doctors and surgeons involved in your care. Post-operative follow-up is also included in the price.
It is important to note that no health insurance coverage is possible for this type of surgery.
Before/After Penoplasty Results Photos
Penoplasty, whether it is a lengthening or thickening, offers visible and personalized results. If you would like to see examples of before/after photos of procedures performed by Dr. Christophe Desouches, we invite you to contact us via the contact form. We will send you a selection of photos corresponding to your needs and expectations, while respecting the confidentiality and anonymity of patients.
Our team is at your disposal to answer all your questions and support you in your process.