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PEDIATRIC AND ADULT CIRCUMCISION
Pediatric and Adult Circumcision located in Culver City, Serving
Southern California / San Francisco / Phoenix / Las Vegas
Teen Circumcision
Guiding teens through their circumcision options.
Gentle Circumcision
Research shows that getting circumcised as a teenager can prevent many cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
Dr. Jerome Pittman and his team specialize in performing circumcisions on males of all ages, including teens. They are known for their exceptional outcomes. Call Gentle Circumcision to schedule a consultation for teen circumcision or book an appointment online today.
TEEN CIRCUMCISION Q & A
What is teenage circumcision?
Teen circumcision is the removal of the foreskin from the glans (head) of the penis in a boy aged 13-19. Most boys undergo circumcision as newborns or young infants. However, some parents believe circumcision is a choice best made at a later date when their son is more mature.
As cited in a 2014 publication by the CDC, circumcision as a teen can help reduce the spread of STDs. Some studies show that it’s often difficult to keep the foreskin of the penis clean. The area between the foreskin and penis can trap bacteria and viruses. These pathogens can then spread to sexual partners.
How is teen circumcision performed?
Dr. Pittman uses a hand technique for teen circumcision. This takes place under a local anesthetic that numbs the entire area prior to the start of the procedure. Adolescent circumcision takes about 45 minutes to complete. Our goals are to:
- Focus on comfort during and after the procedure
- Eliminate risks of complications
- Enhance aesthetically-pleasing results
It takes 4-6 weeks to heal after teen circumcision. Your son can return to sports activities after 1 week.
Is teen circumcision painful?
A teen circumcision performed at Gentle Circumcision should be virtually painless. Dr. Pittman makes every patientʼs comfort a priority at every stage.
After your son’s consultation, he will be prepped in the procedure room. Local anesthesia, using buffered Lidocaine, is administered. The circumcision will proceed without any discomfort.
Needle-free injections (optional) are a new addition to the pain management arsenal. The needle-free administration of local anesthesia uses a medical grade jet. The anesthesia penetrates locally at the injection site and onset is almost immediate.
Alternating between acetaminophen and ibuprofen over the next 48 hrs is sufficient to address any discomfort. For patients 12 years of age and older, the doctor may prescribe a narcotic analgesic.
For more information on virtually painless circumcision, make an appointment with Gentle Circumcision. 310-559-8000
Why Gentle Circumcision?
- Experience – 16,000+ circumcisions performed since 2005
- 4.7 out of 5 star Google reviews
- Virtually painless circumcision/recovery
- Financing Available
HOW IT WORKS
Book an appointment
The first step to getting circumcised is to make an appointment with a circumcision specialist at Gentle Circumcision.
Consultation
The next step in the process involves consultation with the circumcision specialist. Young adult circumcision is explained, and questions answered.
45-minute Procedure
The procedure starts after the administration of local anesthesia. Teen circumcision procedures take about 45 minutes to complete.
Recovery and Healing
Thanks to our exceptional pain management program, our patients can experience a virtually painless recovery. They will be able to return to school within 3 days after the procedure.
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