FAQ · Penis Lengthening FAQ

Will I be left with any scarring after penis length surgery?

Published 5 August 2018 · Updated 10 August 2018

Short Answer: Yes, a V, Y or Z-shaped scar.

This is what the scarring looks like (UK and EU clinic photos 2011-2018).

UK Penis Lengthening Surgery in 2016.  BBC Television

Photo of Penis Lengthening Surgery Photo of Scarring After Penis Lengthening Surgery

Germany – Penile Lengthening 2016

Penis Lengthening Scarring

Germany – Penile Lengthening 2016

Penis Lengthening Surgery

Explanation:

If you are in a long-term relationship, and your partner knows about your penis lengthening surgery, then scarring may not cause you any embarrassment.

If you are a young man and expect to have numerous sexual partners during your lifetime, then ask yourself whether you will feel comfortable explaining away the scars under your pubic hair; in the shape of the letters V, Y, Z.

A scar will need to be made to cut the ligaments. It won’t be fully hidden by your pubic hair.

Dr Gary Horn

Author: Dr Gary Horn

GMC Registered Plastic Surgeon

Androfill Clinic Director

Dr Greta Peciulyte

Medically reviewed by: Dr Greta Peciulyte

GMC Registered Urologist

Androfill Clinical Team

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