Reversing Circumcision? Myths and Facts (2026)

Many circumcised men ask themselves: Can circumcision be reversed? The short answer: Yes, partially – but not completely. In this guide, we explain all options, costs, and realistic expectations.

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Why do men want to reverse circumcision?

Most common reasons:

1. Loss of sensitivity (75% of men report this)
2. Aesthetic reasons (dissatisfied with appearance)
3. Psychological reasons (feeling of incompleteness)
4. Sexual problems (premature ejaculation, pain)
5. Cultural/religious reasons (rejection of circumcision)

Study: A survey by Hammond (1999) among 546 circumcised men showed that 84% were dissatisfied with their circumcision and wished for a foreskin.

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Methods for Foreskin Restoration

1. Foreskin Restoration (Stretching)

Principle: Through mechanical stretching of the remaining penile skin, new tissue is formed that covers the glans.

Methods:

Method	Duration	Cost	Success Rate
Manual Stretching	2-5 years	0€	60-70%
DTR (Dual Tension Restorer)	1.5-3 years	150-200€	70-80%
TLC Tugger	1.5-3 years	100-150€	65-75%
Weights (Foreballs)	2-4 years	50-100€	50-60%

Advantages:

• ✅ Non-invasive (no surgery)
• ✅ Inexpensive
• ✅ Reversible

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Very lengthy (1.5-5 years)
• ❌ Requires 8-12 hours of stretching daily
• ❌ Not a true foreskin (only stretched skin)
• ❌ No restoration of nerve endings

2. Surgical Foreskin Reconstruction

Principle: Transplantation of skin (mostly from the scrotum or thigh) to form a new "foreskin."

Procedures:

1. V-Y plasty: Skin flaps from the penile shaft are pulled forward
2. Skin grafting: Skin from other body regions is transplanted
3. Tissue expanders: Skin is stretched over months, then surgically shaped

Cost: 5,000-15,000€ (not covered by health insurance)

Advantages:

• ✅ Faster than stretching (3-6 months)
• ✅ Better aesthetic result

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Very expensive
• ❌ Scarring
• ❌ Risk of infection
• ❌ No restoration of nerve endings
• ❌ Not a true foreskin

What CANNOT be restored?

IMPORTANT: A complete restoration of the foreskin is not possible. The following can not be restored:

1. ❌ Nerve endings: The foreskin contains 10,000-20,000 nerve endings – these are irrevocably lost
2. ❌ Frenulum: The highly sensitive frenulum cannot be reconstructed
3. ❌ Ridged Band: The ridged band at the foreskin edge (particularly sensitive) is gone
4. ❌ Natural gliding function: Reconstructed foreskin does not have the same elasticity
5. ❌ Smegma production: The sebaceous glands of the foreskin are removed

Realistic Expectation: Foreskin reconstruction can improve appearance and glans sensitivity, but not restore full function.

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Sensitivity Improvement through Dekeratinization

Good news: Even without foreskin reconstruction, glans sensitivity can be improved!

Principle: When the glans is permanently covered again (by reconstructed foreskin or artificial coverage), it dekeratinizes – the keratin layer becomes thinner.

Timeline:

• After 3-6 months: First improvements noticeable
• After 12-18 months: Maximum sensitivity achieved

Study: Bronselaer et al. (2013) showed that glans sensitivity increases by 30-40% through dekeratinization.

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Alternative: Apollon Fold (for Uncircumcised)

If you are not yet circumcised, but want the benefits of circumcision (longer stamina, less smegma) without surgery: Apollon Fold is the solution.

Advantages over Circumcision:

• ✅ Reversible (can be undone at any time)
• ✅ Pain-free (no surgery)
• ✅ Free (only €19.99 for Guide)
• ✅ No scars
• ✅ Full control (you decide when and how)

Comparison:

Aspect	Circumcision	Apollon Fold
Reversibility	❌ Irreversible	✅ Reversible at any time
Cost	500-2,000€	19.99€
Pain	Severe (2-4 weeks)	None
Downtime	4-6 weeks	0 days
Keratinization	✅ Yes (permanent)	✅ Yes (reversible)

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Summary

Can a circumcision be reversed?

• ✅ Partially – through Foreskin Restoration or surgery
• ❌ Not completely – nerve endings and frenulum are irretrievably lost

Realistic Options:

1. Foreskin Restoration (1.5-5 years, €0-200, 60-80% success rate)
2. Surgical Reconstruction (3-6 months, €5,000-15,000, better outcome)
3. Dekeratinization (3-18 months, free, 30-40% increase in sensitivity)

For Uncircumcised Individuals: Apollon Fold offers the advantages of circumcision without the disadvantages – and is reversible at any time.

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Apollon Fold is the pain-free, reversible alternative to circumcision. Learn the technique in our detailed guide with a video tutorial.

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References

1. Hammond T. (1999). A preliminary poll of men circumcised in infancy or childhood. BJU International, 83 Suppl 1, 85-92.
2. Bronselaer GA, et al. (2013). Male circumcision decreases penile sensitivity as measured in a large cohort. BJU International, 111(5), 820-827.
3. Bigelow J. (1995). The Joy of Uncircumcising! Hourglass Book Publishing.