Clitoral Glans Reduction Surgery in Irvine, CA

What Is Clitoral Glans Reduction?

The clitoral glans is the tip of the clitoris and its visible portion. Clitoral glans reduction is an advanced surgical procedure that reduces the size or prominence of an enlarged clitoral glans (a condition known as clitoromegaly) while prioritizing the preservation of natural anatomy, sensation, and function.

At Wei Aesthetic Institute in Irvine, Dr. Judy Wei provides individualized surgical treatment for women concerned about an enlarged or prominent clitoris, whether it is related to natural anatomy, hormonal changes, androgen exposure, medication use, genetic disorders, or other causes.

Because the clitoris is a highly sensitive and anatomically complex structure, clitoral surgery requires specialized surgical expertise and meticulous attention to the surrounding nerves and blood vessels.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Clitoral Glans Reduction?

Clitoral glans reduction may be appropriate for women who:

• Have an enlarged or prominent clitoral glans

• Have experienced clitoral enlargement following hormonal or androgen exposure

• Have persistent clitoral enlargement after the cause has been stopped

• Have naturally prominent clitoral anatomy

• Experience discomfort, sensitivity, or irritation from an enlarged clitoris

• Feel self-conscious about the appearance of the clitoris

• Desire a more proportionate vulvar appearance

A thorough consultation is essential to determine which type of clitoral surgery — clitoral glans reduction, clitoropexy, or clitorectomy — is most appropriate for your goals.

Who Is Not a Candidate?

Clitoral glans reduction may not be appropriate for patients who have:

• An active genital infection

• Untreated or uncontrolled medical conditions that increase surgical risk

• Unrealistic expectations about the appearance or function of the area

If a hormonal or medical cause is suspected, it should be evaluated and stabilized before elective surgery.

Why Consider Clitoral Glans Reduction?

Women seek clitoral reduction for both functional and aesthetic reasons, including:

• Excessive clitoral prominence

• Physical discomfort or irritation

• Difficulty with certain clothing or activities

• Changes in appearance following hormone therapy

• A desire for improved vulvar proportions

• Emotional or psychological distress related to the appearance of the clitoris

• A desire for a more definitive way to reduce the size of the clitoral glans

Our approach focuses on achieving a natural-looking result while respecting the importance of clitoral sensation and function.

How Is Clitoral Glans Reduction Performed?

After a detailed consultation and examination, Dr. Wei evaluates the clitoral glans, the surrounding tissue, and the neurovascular structures to determine the most appropriate surgical approach. Every procedure is performed by Dr. Wei herself.

Once the area is numbed, the clitoral glans is carefully dissected, and a section of the glans is removed using fine instruments. The remaining tissue is then sutured back together. Each procedure is planned to reduce the targeted tissue while preserving important structures whenever anatomically possible.

Clitoral surgery is highly individualized. Depending on your anatomy, clitoral glans reduction may be performed alone or combined with [clitoral hood reduction] or [labiaplasty] for a balanced overall result.

Recovery and Results

Swelling, tenderness, and bruising are expected during the early healing period. Temporary changes in sensitivity are also common and typically resolve with time. Plan for a period of reduced physical activity after surgery, and follow all postoperative instructions carefully. That said, we discourage prolonged bed rest to help minimize postoperative complications.

Because a portion of the clitoral glans is removed, there is a small but real risk of long-term reduced sensitivity. Even so, most patients who choose clitoral glans reduction are ultimately satisfied with the result, even when some reduction in sensitivity occurs. That is why it is important to fully understand the benefits and risks of this procedure during your consultation with Dr. Wei before deciding whether it is right for you.

The appearance of the clitoris will continue to change as swelling subsides and the tissue heals. Final results may take several months to fully develop.

How Long Do Results Last?

Clitoral glans reduction is intended to provide long-lasting results. However, hormonal changes, medications, aging, and other medical factors may affect the tissue over time. If enhancement medications are not discontinued, the clitoral glans may continue to grow, leading to a recurrence of clitoromegaly.

Why Choose Dr. Judy Wei for Clitoral Surgery in Orange County?

Clitoral glans reduction is a highly specialized procedure that requires detailed knowledge of the clitoris and its surrounding neurovascular structures.

Dr. Judy Wei is a board-certified OB/GYN and fellowship-trained minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon with advanced training in vulvovaginal and cosmetic gynecologic surgery, completed alongside leading pioneers in the field worldwide. As a speaker and educator at international cosmetic gynecology conferences, she remains at the forefront of evolving techniques.

Her approach emphasizes individualized surgical planning, natural-looking results, and the preservation of function whenever possible, delivering refined outcomes with high patient satisfaction.

Schedule a confidential consultation in Irvine to find out whether clitoral glans reduction is right for you.