Boys Circumcision

At Thornhill Circumcision Centre in Luton, we offer professional circumcision services for boys aged 3 to 12 years. Circumcision in this age group may be performed for religious, cultural, personal or medical reasons.

Common medical indications include recurrent infections (such as balanitis), tight foreskin (phimosis), or hygiene concerns.

Our experienced team provides pain-free circumcision and a child-friendly environment that helps boys and parents feel comfortable and informed throughout the process.

Before the procedure, we offer a full consultation with our clinician to discuss your child’s medical history, reasons for circumcision, assessment with examination, and to explain the procedure and aftercare.

You will have an opportunity to ask any questions or express concerns to your expert urologists.

Preparation includes:

• Ensure your child is well and has not had any recent illnesses, especially any
  viral infection.
• Have light food and drink for a few hours before the procedure.
• Dressing your child in loose, comfortable clothing.
• It is crucial to explain the process to your child in a calm, age-appropriate
  manner, as this can help reduce anxiety.

At Thornhill Circumcision Centre, we tailor the procedure to suit each child’s age and anatomy, using the most appropriate and safe technique.

Our clinicians are skilled in the following methods:

• Ring (Circumplast/Plastibell): Most used in younger children, this involves placing a small plastic ring under the foreskin. A suture tied around the foreskin over the ring cuts off the blood supply, and the foreskin falls off naturally within 7–10 days.
• Stitches (Surgical Method): In some cases, especially in older children, we may perform a traditional surgical circumcision using dissolvable stitches. This method allows precise control and is often chosen based on individual anatomy or family preference.
• Glue (Tissue Adhesive): For selected cases, skin glue may be used as an alternative to stitches. This provides a secure and neat closure, which may result in less discomfort during the healing process.

Our surgeons/urologist will guide you on the most suitable option for your child.

Proper aftercare is crucial to ensure a smooth healing process and prevent complications. You will be given detailed aftercare instructions before leaving the centre, which typically include:

• Keeping the area clean and dry for the first 3 days.
• After three days, apply a recommended ointment to prevent sticking and promote healing.
• Giving appropriate pain relief (e.g., paracetamol or ibuprofen).
• Monitoring for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or discharge.
• Read the email for aftercare.

Most boys return to normal activities after two weeks, although sports and swimming should be avoided until the healing process is complete about 3-4 weeks.

We provide a follow-up review to ensure your child is healing well and to address any concerns. Our team is also available via phone or appointment if you need additional advice during recovery.

At Thornhill Circumcision Centre, we are specialists in your child’s circumcision.

Contact us today to book a consultation or to learn more about our expert circumcision services.