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Written By Dr. Simran Rao

Urology

Last Updated: 16/10/2025

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16/10/2025

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Many men ask, Is there a surgery to increase penile size? Yes, procedures such as ligament release, fat grafting, dermal fillers, and silicone implants can enhance length or girth. While surgery may improve confidence and sexual satisfaction, it carries risks like scarring, erectile dysfunction, and unnatural appearance. Patients must weigh benefits against risks, recovery time, and costs before deciding.

Is there a surgery to increase penile size?

Many patients ask, Is there a surgery to increase the penile size? Penile enlargement surgery is a beneficial option for you if you want to increase the size of your penis.

If you want to know whether there is a way to increase the penile size and its related risk factors, read this article till the end.

What is Penile Enlargement Surgery?

Penile enlargement surgery is a procedure that helps in making your penis appear bigger, and surgery is the only option for it.

However, you may see procedures that try to enlarge your penis by doing the following process:

  • Surgery to increase the length of the penis.
  • Surgery to make your penis wider.

Who should have surgery to increase penile size?

who should have surgery to increase penile size

The following are indications of surgery:

  • Being capable of urinating while standing.
  • Having the ability to engage in sexual activity that penetrates.
  • Having a Micropenis
  • A condition known as buried penis 

Ways to Increase Penile Length

  • Suspensory Ligament Release: This operation makes more of the internal shaft visible and gives the appearance of length by splitting the suspensory ligament that connects the penis to the pubic bone. 
  • Suprapubic Lipectomy: This procedure can be used to reduce excess pubic fat and increase the penis's apparent length. In order to help preserve length after surgery, penile traction devices may be advised. 

Penile girth augmentation techniques include:

  • Fat grafting, which involves injecting fat taken from another area of the body to increase girth. In order to preserve the effects, a touch-up operation can be necessary because some of the fat gets absorbed over time.
  • Permanent silicone sheath implants can be used to add more circumference.

Types of processes for an increase in penile size

  • Ligamentolysis: It is a surgical procedure that involves cutting the suspensory ligament that joins your penis to your pubic bone. It appears longer, and the flaccid penis hangs lower.
  • Autologous fat for penis enlargement: A medical professional uses liposuction to extract fat from your penis, then injects that fat into it to make it larger.
  • Penis enlargement using dermal fillers: A medical professional injects cosmetic fillers subcutaneously, or behind the skin of your penis. Certain of these are more secure than others.
  • Penuma® device implantation: This product is made of soft silicone, and the surgeon inserts it beneath your skin. The FDA has approved only one product of this kind.
  • Removal of the suprapubic fat pad: Men who have a "buried" penis have the fatty tissue around it surgically removed. By doing this, the bulk of the tissues surrounding your penis is reduced, revealing its actual length rather than making it larger.

Advantages of surgery for increasing penile size

advantages of surgery for increasing penile size

Penile augmentation surgery can be beneficial for men who are self-conscious about the size of their penis.  Among them are:

✅ A Greater Sense of Confidence

 A major advantage of penile enlargement surgery is the potential increase in confidence and self-worth.  Many men who feel self-conscious or insecure about their penis size may find that their body image and emotional health improve after the operation.

✅ Increased Sexual Pleasure

 Although research has indicated that there is no consistent relationship between penis size and sexual satisfaction for either partner, some men may believe that a larger penis will enhance their sexual performance and raise their confidence in the bedroom.  An overall rise in sexual satisfaction could result from this.

✅ Enhanced Dynamics of Relationships

 The size of a man's penis might affect his relationship, especially if he experiences emotions of inadequacy or insecurity.  Surgery to enlarge the penis may make some men feel more at ease and confident in their partnerships, which could enhance communication and intimacy.

✅ Benefits to the Mind

 Surgery may be a solution for men who suffer from severe psychological distress associated with their penis size.  The process helps ease anxiety, sadness, and body image issues related to having a smaller-than-average penis.

Risks of surgery for increasing penile size

risk of surgery for increasing penile size

Although the potential advantages of penile enlargement surgery could appear alluring, it's crucial to balance them against any potential risks or consequences. Before making a decision, men should be completely aware of the risks associated with penile enlargement operations, as they are similar to those associated with any surgery.

Below are the risks involved in surgery to increase penile size:

🔴 Scarring

Any surgery, including those involving penile augmentation, can result in scarring. Either the incision sites or the tissues of the penis itself may sustain scarring. In certain situations, this may result in decreased penile function or sensitivity, as well as discomfort and aesthetic problems.

🔴 Sensitivity Loss

After having penile enlargement surgery, some men report feeling less sensitive to objects, especially if the treatment damages their nerves or tissues. The capacity to experience orgasm and sexual pleasure may be impacted by this..

🔴 Unnatural Appearance

The potential for an unnatural appearance is among the most frequent objections against penile augmentation surgery. The penis could not hang as naturally after lengthening surgery, giving the appearance of being "disjointed" or ungainly. Sometimes the extra length isn't proportionate to the rest of the body, which makes people unhappy with the way things turned out.

🔴 Ligament Scarring  

If the ligament connecting the penis to the pubic bone is cut during lengthening surgery, it may result in consequences, including ligament scarring, which could impair the penis's function or mobility. After this operation, some men have discomfort or decreased erectile function.

🔴 Erectile Dysfunction (ED)

Erectile dysfunction can occasionally result from penile augmentation surgery, especially when it uses implants or cuts ligaments. This is because a surgical procedure may disrupt the penis's regular function, making it more difficult to get or keep an erection. Some people may experience erectile dysfunction temporarily, while others may develop a chronic problem.

🔴 Psychological Impact

While many men desire penile enlargement surgery to enhance their body image and sense of self, some may be disappointed if the outcome falls short of their expectations. Significant psychological effects, such as regret, anxiety, or despair, can result from unhappiness with the procedure.

🔴 Costs and Recovery Time

Surgery for penile enlargement is typically not covered by insurance because it is an elective operation. Because of this, there may be substantial expenses and a recuperation period. After the procedure, patients could feel uncomfortable, swollen, and bruised, and they need to take time off from work or other regular activities to recover.

FAQs 

How much time does the procedure take?

Our penis enlargement procedures are all daycare procedures that take one to two hours to complete.  From admission to clinic discharge, the entire process takes about six hours, following which you can resume your regular activities.

Is general anesthesia necessary for me?

Indeed, the procedure is carried out while under general anesthesia.  Light anesthesia is necessary for most contemporary-day care procedures, and because our procedures are minimally invasive, any negative effects or complications are extremely improbable. Approximately two hours will be spent under anesthesia, with you being put to sleep just prior to the procedure and waking up shortly after the surgeon concludes.

How much time must I spend in the hospital?

You would need to stay in the hospital for three to four hours following the procedure.  During this time you will be attended by our nurse, be provided with something to eat, have a check-up with your surgeon, and when the all clear is provided, you will be ready to go home.

I'm coming from overseas; how long must I stay for any post-operative follow-up?

You will meet with your surgeon for a follow-up in-office appointment the day after your procedure. Most patients can then go; however, it is advised to spend an additional one to two days.

How long must I miss work to get the surgery?

After surgery, the majority of patients can resume their jobs two to three days later. You could require additional time to recuperate if your job requires a lot of physical exertion.

How soon can I start having sex again following the surgery?

If your surgeon instructs you otherwise, sexual activity can typically be resumed after 4-6 weeks.

After the procedure, will I feel pain?

It is normal to have some pain and discomfort, but these can be managed with over-the-counter oral pain relievers.  In the initial few days, the same patients, particularly younger males, may experience pain during erections.

Dr. Simran Rao

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Dr. Simran Rao

A hard working, patient centred, skillful and knowledgeable doctor who is always ready to learn.

From a very young age she aspired to be in the medical field, to help cure the ailing. She believes that relief on the patient's face, the smile of gratitude and the feeling of helping someone is all what matters. 

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