Circumcision Styles and Techniques
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Dr. Shteynshlyuger MD is a board-certified urologist in NYC who has performed hundreds of adult circumcision, circumcision revision, and frenulectomy procedures. He does adult male circumcisions for cosmetic as well as medical reasons.
Circumcision Styles:
Circumcision is classified by the location of the incision (scar) into high circumcision and low circumcision.
Low circumcision refers to a scar line that is close to the glans of the penis.
High circumcision refers to a scar line that is closer to the base of the penis.
It is important to understand that most of the time the difference between low circumcision and high circumcision is about 1 to 2 cm or about 1/2 of an inch.
There is another option to perform circumcision at the base of the penis, where the penis meets the scrotum, however, that has limitations as it cannot treat conditions such as recurrent balanitis (inflammation, phimosis, and frenulum breve).
In general, for patients undergoing circumcision for cosmetic reasons the incision can be made anywhere, within reason. On the other hand, the location of the incision and whether the circumcision is low or high is limited by the need to cure the underlying problem in men with balanitis, phimosis, BXO of the penis, and tight frenulum of the penis.
Circumcision can also be classified by how much foreskin is removed into “tight circumcision” and ‘loose circumcision‘.
Circumcision style does not affect the function of the penis. It does not affect the quality of erections or sensitivity of sensation. Circumcision style mostly has to do with preferences about the appearance and location of the circumcision scar.
Where to Get Adult Circumcision in NYC?
At New York Urology Specialists, we offer same-day circumcision treatment for men.
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We perform cosmetic circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, and offer treatment for phimosis, balanitis, penile irritation, and redness. We treat sexual and erection problems and offer comprehensive STD testing for infections. We offer confidential appointments. Our prices are affordable with or without insurance.
Circumcision Techniques
Circumcision can be performed using multiple techniques: clamp circumcision and sleeve circumcision are among the most common techniques used for circumcision.
Clamp Circumcision
Circumcision can be performed using clamps. For example, a GOMCO clamp is commonly used for neonatal (baby) circumcision. In adults, clamps are less commonly used in the United States or Europe but have been used in less affluent countries due to low cost. Typically, a clamp is placed on the penis and the skin eventually falls off as a result of strangulation of the blood supply to the foreskin.
A more innovative clamp-type circumcision procedure called ShangRing circumcision is an updated variation of clamp circumcision. ShangRing circumcision is offered at New York Urology Specialists.
Dorsal Slit
A dorsal slit is a technique often used as part of circumcision in particular in men with phimosis. Typically a sleeve circumcision is performed after dorsal slit. Dorsal slit without circumcision can be performed but results in a less pleasing appearance.
Sleeve Circumcision
Sleeve circumcision is the most common type of circumcision performed in adults and older children by urologists. Sleeve circumcision involves making two circumferential marks on the penis and removing intervening foreskin between these marks. The edges of the incisions are sutured together. Sleeve circumcision can be used for cosmetic circumcision, treatment of phimosis, balanitis, and BXO. Sleeve circumcision is a very versatile procedure and can be combined with other procedures to achieve the desired result.
Read Real Stories of men who underwent circumcision at New York Urology Specialists.
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What You Need to Know:
- Before and After Circumcision: What to Expect
- Circumcision Choices: Type of Anesthesia and Location
- Circumcision in Diabetic Men in NYC
Learn More About:
- Frenuloplasty (Frenulectomy) of the Penis for Treatment of Short Frenulum
- Gallery: Phimosis – Circumcision Before and After
- Reasons Our Patients Have Adult Circumcision
Why Choose New York Urology Specialists for Circumcision and Treatment of Penile Problems?
- All treatment is performed by a board-certified urologist experienced in cosmetic circumcision, circumcision revision, and penile frenuloplasty. We treat men with phimosis, balanitis, BXO, penile skin bridges, and other penile problems such as symptoms of pain, irritation, and cuts on the penis, foreskin problems, and genital warts.
- We are one of the few practices in the region to offer a full range of options for the treatment of sexual and erection problems in men.
- We offer diagnostic testing in our office which avoids hospital costs.
- Extensive Experience: Thousands of men have treated successfully using medical therapy, surgery including circumcision, circumcision revision, penile frenuloplasty, ShangRing Circumcision, as well as complex penile surgery including penile plication for Peyronie’s disease, and penile implant surgery for ED.
What do Penile Problems Look Like?
You can find pictures of circumcision as well as before and after treatment images in our image gallery.
Scheduling Appointments for Circumcision at New York Urology Specialists
If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation, please contact us or call/text: 1-646-663-5545.
We have excellent reviews from patients and their partners. Information for out-of-state and international patients. Find out our office hours or directions to our office.
We offer affordable prices with or without insurance.
Circumcision With Fast Recovery at New York Urology Specialists
At New York Urology Specialists, our urologists are specially trained in the evaluation and treatment of sexual problems in men. We understand the challenges that penile problems such as pain in the penis, cuts on the foreskin, irritation, and curvature create for our patients, their relationships, and their self-esteem. We help you find a treatment for penile problems including appearance concerns, foreskin problems, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction that fit your needs, lifestyle, and your preferences.
Urologists are doctors specializing in the treatment of men with sexual problems that include penis problems, scrotal problems, and erectile dysfunction. By the virtue of our experience and skill, we are able to offer an effective treatment option for nearly every man who desires an effective treatment for any problem that affects the penis. We offer medical and surgical treatment for men’s sexual problems.
We Treat Some of the Most Complex Penis and Foreskin Problems Including:
- The foreskin that cannot be pulled back
- Turtle-neck penis “peno-scrotal web“
- Penile skin adhesions
- Circumcision Revision
- Penile Skin Bridges
- ShangRing Circumcision
- Phimosis Treatment
- Frenulum Breve Treatment in Men
- Penile Pain During Sex
- Impotence in men with diabetes.
- Erectile dysfunction in men for whom Viagra and Cialis do not work.
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We offer affordable prices with or without insurance.
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