What kind of anesthesia will i have for a labiaplasty? i don't think i want to be a awake for a labiaplasty. will i be able to have general anesthesia?

Labiaplasty : Labiaplasty is a straightforward operation that is most often performed under conscious sedation (just enough anesthesia to make you sleepy and comfortable) and generous local anesthetic to ensure that you are pain-free throughout the procedure. All the best, dr. Skourtis.

You can....: Anesthesia is the patient's choice in most cases.

Labiaplasty : Labiaplasty can easily be performed under twilight anesthesia, which I use the most of. Good luck from nyc. For more info visit www.Drgrossman.Com.

Usually local: In over 90 % of the procedures, i perform the patients request and prefer a local anesthetic. This is facilitated by topical anesthetic creams prior to the procedure. Intra-operative injections of local anesthetic agents provide at least 6-8 hours of pain-free recovery followed by transition to oral medications.

Many causes: There are many potential causes for renal scarring that may due to vascular occlusion or emboli or infection or obstruction and many other reasons. This requires an extensive work up.

Usually covered: This is usually covered by third party payers or medical savings account. However, if you do nit have insurance, I am sure that you could discuss with the plastic surgeon recommended by your plastic surgeon or ask him/her to discuss with your general surgeon as this is customary for cosmetic surgery.

Not created equal: Not all "mini" tummy tucks (witch hazel) are created equal and therefore some may vary from 1 hour while others may take 3 hours and prices will vary accordingly with prices ranging from $2500-10, 000 depending on extent, facility, surgeon fees, equipment used, and anesthetic rates. See the following video for a review of options: http://vimeo.Com/17020571.

A shadow: This is literally an opacified area on the x-ray that is suspicious for a healed injury due to infection or other injury.

Minimum 2 weeks: But this will depend on the extent of the surgery and not all patients heal the same despite having received the same surgery. There is a big difference between a mini versus extended tummy tuck. Will drains be placed? Usually a minimum of two weeks is advised particularly if airline travel is planned.

See below: In all likelihood you will go to sleep for this operation. Talk to you anesthesiologist and surgeon about your desires.

You have choices: Good afternoon! Female rejuvenation surgery can be performed under local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general anesthesia- the choice is yours! Be sure to see a doctor well versed in female rejuvenation surgery. I hope this helps