Quick Answer: Who Qualifies for the Himplant® Male Enhancement Procedure

Eligibility for the Himplant® procedure is determined on a case-by-case basis following evaluation by a trained surgeon. Most candidates are healthy adult men seeking cosmetic penile enhancement who meet certain medical and lifestyle considerations. These may include being at least 21 years old, being healthy enough to undergo anesthesia safely, avoiding nicotine before and after surgery, and having realistic expectations about outcomes. Final surgical candidacy is determined by the operating surgeon following individualized evaluation.

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What Is the Himplant® Procedure?

Himplant® is an FDA-cleared subcutaneous silicone penile implant designed to enhance penile girth, flaccid length and improve the overall aesthetic appearance of the penis.

The implant is placed beneath the penile skin during a surgical procedure performed by trained surgeons. Clinical studies evaluating silicone penile implants have reported increases in penile girth as well as flaccid length with high levels of patient satisfaction when candidates are appropriately selected.

Because this procedure is elective cosmetic surgery, determining candidacy requires careful evaluation of medical history, anatomy, lifestyle factors, and patient expectations.

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Candidate Screening Summary

Most candidates for the Himplant® procedure share several general characteristics:

• Adult men typically 21 years of age or older
• Good overall health to safely undergo anesthesia
• Willingness to stop nicotine before and after surgery
• No active genital infections at the time of surgery
• Ability to follow postoperative recovery guidelines
• Realistic expectations regarding cosmetic outcomes

These characteristics are reviewed during the screening process, but each patient is evaluated individually before determining eligibility.

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Key Eligibility Considerations

Age and General Health

Patients are generally expected to be 21 years of age or older and in sufficient health to undergo anesthesia safely.

During evaluation, the medical team may review:

• cardiovascular health
• metabolic conditions such as diabetes
• medications that may affect bleeding or healing
• overall surgical risk factors

A full medical history helps determine whether the procedure can be performed safely.

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Lifestyle Considerations

Lifestyle factors are important for surgical safety and recovery.

Patients are typically expected to:

• avoid nicotine products (cigarettes, vaping, chewing tobacco, nicotine replacement) for at least 30 days before surgery and approximately 3 months after surgery

• abstain from illicit drug use

• follow all pre-operative and post-operative instructions

Smoking and nicotine exposure have been associated with reduced blood flow and delayed wound healing, which may increase surgical risk.

Source:
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_information/health_effects/index.htm

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Medical Factors Evaluated During Himplant® Screening

Several medical and anatomical factors are reviewed during consultation.

Factor Evaluated

Why It Matters

Overall health

Patients must be healthy enough for anesthesia and surgery

Nicotine use

Nicotine may impair blood flow and wound healing

Prior penile procedures

Previous procedures may affect tissue quality and surgical planning

Circumcision status

The surgeon evaluates anatomy and determines whether additional preparation may be recommended

Skin health

Tissue elasticity and skin quality influence implant placement

Infection risk

Active infections must be treated prior to surgery

Important:
These factors do not automatically disqualify a patient. Each case is evaluated individually by the operating surgeon.

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Psychological and Expectation Alignment

Cosmetic surgical procedures require careful evaluation of patient expectations.

During consultation, discussions typically include:

• personal goals for penile appearance
• expected surgical outcomes
• potential risks and limitations
• recovery timeline

Patient selection protocols for aesthetic penile implants emphasize that realistic expectations and psychological readiness are important factors in surgical satisfaction.

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Medical Conditions That May Influence Eligibility

Certain medical conditions may affect whether surgery is recommended or whether additional preparation is required.

Examples may include:

• uncontrolled diabetes
• active genital or urinary infections
• smoking or nicotine use
• medications that affect bleeding or healing
• prior penile enhancement procedures

These factors are evaluated individually during consultation. In some cases, medical conditions can be addressed before surgery.

Clinical studies emphasize that careful patient screening helps reduce complications and improve outcomes for silicone penile implant surgery.

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Who May Consider the Himplant® Procedure?

Men may consider Himplant® for a variety of reasons related to penile appearance.

Common motivations include:

• dissatisfaction with penile girth
• concern about penile appearance of the penis
• retractile or buried penis appearance
• desire for cosmetic penile enhancement

Research evaluating silicone penile implants reports improved patient satisfaction, confidence and increased penile dimensions when appropriate candidates are selected.

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Compliance With Pre- and Postoperative Guidelines

Candidates must be willing to follow surgical protocols recommended by their medical team.

These may include:

• following dietary guidelines before surgery
• temporarily stopping certain medications
• attending scheduled follow-up visits
• avoiding strenuous activity during recovery
• abstaining from sexual activity for a recommended period

Patients who cannot comply with postoperative instructions may not be considered suitable candidates.

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How to Begin the Eligibility Process

Step 1: Complete the Online Eligibility Questionnaire

Prospective patients begin by completing the Himplant® pre-screening questionnaire.

Eligibility questionnaire:
https://www.himplant.com/eligibility

Step 2: Consultation With a Himplant® Consultant

A trained consultant will review your responses and discuss:

• goals and expectations
• medical history
• procedure overview
• next steps in the screening process

Step 3: Surgeon Evaluation

The operating surgeon performs the final evaluation.

This may include:

• reviewing medical history
• evaluating penile anatomy
• discussing risks and benefits
• confirming whether surgery is appropriate

Final surgical candidacy is determined only after this evaluation.

Key Takeaways

• Himplant® eligibility is determined on an individual basis
• Candidates are typically healthy adult men seeking cosmetic penile enhancement
• Lifestyle factors such as nicotine use and recovery compliance are important
• Medical and anatomical factors are reviewed during consultation
• Final approval is determined by the operating surgeon

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Medical Disclaimer

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual results may vary. Risks, benefits, and alternatives — including no surgery — will be discussed prior to the procedure. Final surgical candidacy is determined by the operating surgeon following individual evaluation.