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Himplant is a soft, medical-grade silicone implant placed beneath the penile skin to increase girth (circumference). It is a cosmetic girth procedure, not a treatment for erectile dysfunction, and not a lengthening operation. This guide explains, in plain language, what the device does, who it suits, what it costs in Bangkok versus the US and UK, the step-by-step procedure and recovery, and an honest account of the risks, including how often the implant has to be revised or removed.
Important: Himplant is a surgical implant that requires an in-person medical consultation and assessment. The figures and ranges below are indicative and for education only; your candidacy, sizing, and final price are confirmed only after a clinical evaluation. This page is reviewed by a Menscape physician but does not replace personalised medical advice.
What Is Himplant?
Himplant is the updated successor to the original Penuma implant (both made by International Medical Devices, Inc., Beverly Hills, CA). It is a one-piece, soft silicone implant shaped to wrap around the shaft. A surgeon places it in a pocket created just under the skin, on top of the deep fascia and outside the erectile chambers (the corpora cavernosa, the two cylinders that fill with blood during an erection). Because it sits outside those chambers, it is designed to add thickness without entering the machinery that produces an erection.
Key characteristics:
Material: body-safe, medical-grade silicone, supplied in several sizes (commonly Large, Extra-Large, Extra-Extra-Large) for tailored fit.
Goal: increased girth and a fuller flaccid appearance; some men perceive a modest visual length change from the added thickness, but Himplant is not a lengthening device.
Placement plane: subcutaneous (under the skin), superficial to Buck's fascia (a connective-tissue layer wrapping the erectile bodies), so the corpora are not entered.
Durability: designed as a long-lasting, single-procedure solution rather than a repeat treatment like fillers.
Availability note: Himplant is FDA-cleared in the US and is currently offered in only a limited number of international markets. There is no established public evidence that the genuine branded device is routinely available in Thailand. At consultation, confirm whether a genuine Himplant device (versus a comparable subcutaneous silicone girth implant) is what is being offered in Bangkok, and ask to see device documentation.
Himplant is sometimes confused with inflatable or malleable penile implants (Titan/Coloplast, AMS). Those are placed *inside* the erectile chambers to treat erectile dysfunction. Himplant does the opposite job, cosmetic girth, outside the chambers, and does not restore erections. See our overview of penile implant options and the Titan penile implant procedure if your goal is treating ED rather than girth.
Himplant Cost in Bangkok (THB and USD) vs the US and UK
Pricing is the question most men research first, so here it is up front. Figures are indicative SERP-consensus ranges; confirm exact pricing at consultation. Exchange rates use roughly 1 USD ≈ 36 THB.
Location | Indicative price (local) | Approx. USD | Notes |
Bangkok (Menscape, indicative) | ฿350,000–฿650,000 | ~$9,500–$18,000 | Surgeon, implant, anaesthesia, facility, standard follow-ups. Confirm whether a genuine Himplant device is offered locally |
United States | , | $10,500–$19,000 | Brand-published range; add-ons extra |
United Kingdom | Not available | , | Himplant is not sold in the UK (FDA-cleared, US only). Figures quoted by UK clinics (~£9,000–£16,000) are for unrelated ED penile-implant surgery and are not a comparable Himplant price |
The Bangkok advantage: for a comparable procedure and surgeon experience, Bangkok is typically 40–60% less than US list pricing, driven by lower facility and overhead costs rather than a lower standard of care. The saving is real, but it should never be the only reason to choose a provider, surgeon volume and aftercare matter more (see safe-clinic selection).
What a Bangkok Himplant price should include
A transparent quote should state clearly whether it covers:
Component | Usually included? |
The implant device (sized to you) | Yes |
Surgeon's fee | Yes |
Anaesthesia (local ± sedation, or general) | Yes |
Operating facility / day-surgery | Yes |
Standard post-op follow-up visits | Yes |
Adult circumcision (if required for placement) | Often extra (~฿35,000–฿110,000 / ~$1,000–$3,000) |
Revision or explant surgery | Usually billed separately |
Compression garment, medications | Sometimes extra |
What influences the final cost
Implant size, larger/custom sizes can cost more.
Whether circumcision is needed, some men require it for clean placement.
Anaesthesia type, general anaesthesia adds cost and pre-op fitness checks.
Surgeon experience and case volume, higher-volume implant surgeons typically price above entry-level operators, and this is where you do *not* want to cut corners.
Revision risk, budget mentally for the possibility of a future revision (see risks below).
Many Bangkok clinics offer instalment or third-party financing; ask whether this is available and at what total cost. For a side-by-side of girth options and their pricing logic, see Himplant cost and options in Bangkok.
Who Is, and Isn't, a Candidate
Himplant may suit men who:
Want a durable, single-procedure girth increase rather than recurring filler top-ups.
Are dissatisfied with penile thickness for cosmetic reasons.
Have stable, normal erectile function (Himplant does not treat ED).
Have realistic, well-counselled expectations about a cosmetic result.
Are in good general health and medically fit for surgery and anaesthesia.
Himplant is NOT appropriate if you have:
Active genital or urinary infection (must be cleared first).
Certain forms of Peyronie's disease (a condition causing fibrous plaques and penile curvature).
Uncontrolled diabetes, which impairs healing and raises infection risk.
A bleeding or clotting disorder, or you take blood thinners that cannot be safely paused.
Active smoking / nicotine use, which significantly impairs wound healing, most surgeons require cessation before and after surgery.
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) or unaddressed psychological drivers, reputable clinics screen for this, because surgery rarely resolves body-image distress and candidacy should include a frank expectations discussion.
Significant prior penile surgery or scarring that complicates pocket creation.
A primary goal of erectile-function or length improvement, Himplant addresses neither.
Final candidacy is decided by a surgeon after examination. A good clinic will turn patients away when the procedure is wrong for them.
The Procedure, Step by Step
1. Consultation, measurement and work-up
Penile examination and implant sizing.
Review of goals, realistic outcomes, and a candid risk discussion.
Pre-operative prep: infection/STD clearance, stopping blood-thinning medications where safe, smoking cessation, and confirming anaesthetic fitness and fasting instructions if general anaesthesia is planned.
2. Surgery (typically 60–90 minutes)
Performed under local anaesthesia with sedation, or general anaesthesia. If general anaesthesia is used, standard anaesthetic risks and pre-op fasting apply, discuss these with the anaesthetist.
Standard steps:
A small incision is made, commonly near the base of the penis (a subpubic approach).
A pocket is created beneath the skin, outside the erectile chambers.
The sized implant is inserted and positioned for symmetry.
Placement and symmetry are checked.
The incision is closed, typically with dissolving sutures.
3. Immediately after
A compression dressing is applied for the first days.
Mild swelling and bruising are expected.
Pain is usually managed with simple analgesia.
Follow-up visits assess healing and implant position.
Recovery Timeline
Healing varies between men; treat these as typical ranges, not guarantees. Swelling and tissue/capsule maturation can extend beyond three months in some men.
Stage | What to expect |
Week 1–2 | Swelling and bruising peak then start to settle; discomfort managed with medication; desk work often resumed within days. |
Week 3–4 | Shape begins to stabilise; most routine activities resume; avoid strenuous exercise. |
Week 6 | Most surgeons permit a return to sexual activity around 6 weeks (sometimes 6–8). |
3 months and beyond | Closer to final cosmetic appearance; residual swelling and capsule remodelling may continue in some men. |
Quantified Results
Published outcomes for this subcutaneous silicone implant class report:
Girth gains in the range of roughly 1.2–2 inches (about 3–5 cm) in circumference, depending on implant size, surgical approach and the cohort studied. The most rigorous recent peer-reviewed series (Salkowski & Levine, 2024) reported an average circumference increase of about 3.1 cm (~1.2 in, a 32% change), older brand-cited series report figures toward the upper end of this range.
A modest flaccid-length and flaccid-appearance improvement in many men (the device is cosmetic, not a true lengthening operation).
Patient satisfaction of approximately 80–90% in reported series (for example, ~82% satisfied or very satisfied and ~75% who would undergo the surgery again in a 2024 series), largely driven by improved body image and confidence.
Results are long-lasting compared with hyaluronic-acid fillers, which typically need re-injection every 12–18 months. "Long-lasting" is not the same as permanent-and-maintenance-free: the implant can require revision or removal over time (see below), and long-term device behaviour is still being studied.
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Risks, Complications and Revision, the Honest Picture
This is where many marketing pages oversell. The accurate position: Himplant is generally well tolerated but it is real surgery with a non-trivial complication and revision profile, and you should weigh that before committing.
Common, usually self-limiting:
Swelling, bruising and temporary discomfort.
Visible or palpable implant edges, especially in men with thin skin.
Less common but important:
Infection, reported around 1–3% in published series.
Seroma (a fluid collection), reported across series from around 2% up to ~12% requiring drainage in one recent cohort (Salkowski & Levine, 2024).
Skin erosion, reported up to around 5%.
Implant shifting, asymmetry, or distal protrusion at the head of the penis, among the more frequent reasons men seek revision.
Changes in sensation, which can be temporary or, less often, persistent.
Scarring and the need for revision surgery.
Revision and removal (explant): This is the number competitors hide. Published cohorts of this implant class report explant (removal) rates that can reach around 12%, with the surgical approach influencing the rate (a 2024 series reported notably higher explant rates with an infrapubic approach than a lateral one). Crucially, removal is not a clean reset, after explant, published series describe men developing penile curvature, shortening, sensation changes or, less commonly, erectile dysfunction. In short, deciding to have Himplant is a decision you should treat as difficult to fully reverse.
Seek urgent medical care if after surgery you develop: spreading redness, increasing pain, fever, pus or foul discharge from the wound, the implant appearing to push through the skin, a rapidly enlarging fluid collection, or a sudden loss of blood supply signs (cold, dusky skin). These can signal infection, erosion or haematoma needing prompt treatment.
The single biggest modifiable factor in your risk is surgeon experience with this specific device and careful sterile technique.
How Himplant Compares to Fillers and Fat Transfer
Feature | Himplant (silicone implant) | Hyaluronic-acid filler | Fat transfer |
Mechanism | Soft implant under skin | Injected gel | Patient's own fat injected |
Girth gain | ~1.2–2 in (3–5 cm); ~3.1 cm avg in 2024 series | Modest, variable | Modest, variable |
Durability | Long-lasting (years) | ~12–18 months | Partial reabsorption; unpredictable |
Maintenance | Single procedure | Repeat injections | Often repeat sessions |
Reversibility | Removable, but explant can leave curvature/shortening | High (dissolvable) | Low/variable |
Downtime | ~6 weeks to sex | Minimal | Moderate |
Key risks | Infection, erosion, protrusion, revision/explant | Lumps, asymmetry, migration | Reabsorption, lumps, asymmetry |
Indicative Bangkok cost | ฿350,000–฿650,000 | Lower per session, recurring | Mid-range, may repeat |
If you want a low-commitment, fully reversible option, fillers are worth discussing first. Himplant suits men specifically seeking a durable, one-time result and who accept the surgical risk profile.
How to Choose a Safe Clinic in Bangkok
Bangkok has excellent men's-health surgeons, and, like any medical-tourism hub, some operators you should avoid. Protect yourself:
Verify the surgeon's Thai medical licence and ask specifically about their subcutaneous girth-implant case volume, not general cosmetic experience.
Confirm exactly which device is being implanted. Because the genuine branded Himplant is FDA-cleared US-only and not established as routinely available in Thailand, ask whether you are receiving a genuine Himplant or a comparable subcutaneous silicone implant, and ask to see device documentation. Counterfeit or non-genuine silicone implants are a real risk.
Demand a written, itemised quote showing what is and isn't included (circumcision, revision, garments).
Confirm aftercare: who manages complications, and whether revision is supported locally.
Be wary of red flags: pressure to book same-day, prices far below the market range, no in-person examination, reluctance to discuss complication and explant rates, or "guaranteed" results.
Check facility standards (accreditation, sterile day-surgery environment).
A clinic that openly discusses revision and explant rates with you is showing the kind of honesty you want in a surgeon.
Why Men Choose Bangkok
Surgeons experienced in cosmetic penile procedures and high international patient volumes.
Modern, discreet, private aesthetic facilities.
Cost typically 40–60% below US pricing for comparable care.
Comprehensive, confidential post-operative support.
At Menscape, every consultation begins with examination and sizing, an honest risk discussion, confirmation of exactly which device would be used, and a clear, itemised price, and we will tell you if you are not a good candidate.
This procedure requires a medical consultation and surgical assessment. Book a confidential, no-pressure consultation with a Menscape physician to confirm whether a girth implant is right for you and to receive personalised sizing and pricing. Explore our penis enlargement services or book a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Himplant cost in Bangkok?
Indicatively about 350,000–650,000 THB (roughly USD 9,500–18,000), typically including the implant, surgeon, anaesthesia, facility and standard follow-ups. Adult circumcision (if required) and any future revision are usually billed separately. This is broadly 40–60% less than US pricing of USD 10,500–19,000. Note that the genuine branded Himplant is FDA-cleared in the US only, so confirm at consultation whether a genuine device or a comparable subcutaneous silicone implant is being offered. Figures are indicative; your exact price is confirmed at consultation.
Does Himplant affect erections or sensation?
Erections are usually preserved because the implant sits outside the erectile chambers rather than inside them. However, changes in sensation are a recognised risk, usually temporary, occasionally persistent, so an unqualified guarantee would be misleading. Discuss your individual risk with the surgeon.
How much girth can Himplant add?
Published series report average circumference gains of roughly 1.2–2 inches (about 3–5 cm), depending on implant size, surgical approach and cohort. The most rigorous recent peer-reviewed series (Salkowski & Levine, 2024) reported an average increase of about 3.1 cm (~1.2 in, a 32% change). It is a girth procedure; any length change is modest and visual rather than true lengthening.
Is Himplant permanent or reversible?
It is designed to be long-lasting and is a single procedure, but it can be removed or revised. Removal is not a clean reset: published data describe penile curvature, shortening or sensation changes after explant in some men, so the decision should be treated as difficult to fully reverse.
How often does Himplant need to be revised or removed?
This is the figure many pages omit. Published cohorts of this implant class report explant (removal) rates that can reach around 12%, with infection around 1–3%, and skin erosion up to around 5%. Seroma is reported from around 2% up to ~12% requiring drainage in one 2024 cohort. Surgeon experience and surgical approach materially affect these rates.
When can I return to sex and exercise?
Most surgeons permit a return to sexual activity around six weeks (sometimes six to eight). Desk work often resumes within days; strenuous exercise should wait several weeks. Healing varies between men.
Can Himplant treat erectile dysfunction or curvature?
No. Himplant is a cosmetic girth implant placed outside the erectile chambers. Erectile dysfunction is treated with inflatable or malleable implants placed inside the chambers, and curvature (such as Peyronie's disease) needs different procedures.
Who is not a good candidate for Himplant?
Men with active genital infection, certain Peyronie's disease, uncontrolled diabetes, bleeding or clotting disorders, active nicotine use, or unaddressed body-image conditions (BDD) are generally not suitable. Men whose main goal is treating ED or gaining length are also poor candidates. A surgeon decides candidacy after examination.
Is Himplant available and safe in Bangkok?
The genuine branded Himplant is FDA-cleared in the US only, with limited international availability and no established public evidence of routine availability in Thailand, so confirm at consultation whether you would receive a genuine device or a comparable subcutaneous silicone implant, and ask to see documentation. Where offered, safety depends on the surgeon: verify the Thai medical licence and specific case volume, get an itemised written quote, and confirm who manages complications. Be wary of same-day booking pressure, prices well below market, or any provider unwilling to discuss revision and explant rates.
Will I need to be circumcised for Himplant?
Some men require adult circumcision for clean implant placement; others do not. When needed, it is often an additional cost of roughly 35,000–110,000 THB (about USD 1,000–3,000). Your surgeon will advise at the examination.
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