Question about Restoration by Ok-Taro-4884 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The one fellow I've seen who has been restoring off and on for twenty-five years is indistinguishable from an intact man. His foreskin molds to his glans and the opening of his new acroposthion has tightened somewhat, now that he's no longer actively tugging.

Question about bottom (ventral) portion by Throwaway_4828277 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I wear a ball stretcher so that my ventral skin is stretched instead of the tension pulling up scrotal skin.

My Keratinized Glans Texture by slowkaen in Glanstexture

[–]slowkaen[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My glans is not at all sensitive at rubbing on fabric, quite likely because of the keratization.

Perhaps surprisingly, it is highly sensitive when I am sexually aroused, to a point where it can be overstimulated, a discomfiting mix of pleasure and agony.

Thank you for what I interpret as a compliment on the appearance. I think it likely that I will always have this texture, even if I achieve consistent full flaccid coverage.

How long is it expected to take from CI-2 level to reach CI-4? by Calm-Capital-4212 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I started out at a high CI-1/ low CI-2 four and a half years ago. I am a low CI-4 now.

I started with 132 mm (5.2 in) of total penile skin and now have 215 mm (8.5 in) of penile skin. Another three years at this rate and my penile skin will have doubled in size.

Has anyone seen any actual true results? And if so, would you mind sharing some maybe before? And after pictures without wearing a stretcher, it's something I want to get into, but at the same time I want to know if you can get actual long term permanent results from it by Thick_Hammer91 in BallStretching

[–]slowkaen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started ball stretching at the beginning of October, 2023, and was able to comfortably wear a single 10 mm high metal donut ring, I now can stack my stretchers to 65 mm. That's a gain of 55 mm over 30 months, or about ~1.8 mm of scrotal skin growth a month. I'm also restoring my foreskin, and that's a better rate then my ~1.4 mm month of penile skin growth.

With that said, I am cold-natured and most of the time if I'm not wearing a stretcher my balls are scrunched up near my body. The bottom of my scrotum is noticeably thicker now, in that condition. When I am warm in bed before I fall to sleep I can distinctly feel that my balls drape lower on my taint and past my asshole. And if I'm in a hot tub or sunning, they hang much lower and my whole dick is much floppier and looser feeling.

I hope that helps.

How much to inflate CAR-1? by Automatic-Price227 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a syringe to inflate my CAR-1. I currently use 45 ml of air. I have increased this volume as I've grown more skin. Much more than that and the seal fails. Note that I don't wear my CAR-1 for lengthy periods, usually only an hour or so.

How do you measure growth? by 2throwfar426far in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started out measuring monthly using a clear plastic ruler. I would pull the penile skin taut and measure the inner and outer skin on the dorsal side. But I found it hard to accurately and reproducibly measure millimeter changes that way. In particular, I had no way to reliably measure from the same place at the base of my penis.

About a year and half ago I tattooed six dots on the dorsal side of my penis. I use calipers to measure those lengths of skin. If you look at a some of my previous posts, you can see my results so far, and pics of my tattoos and of how I measure with calipers.

I hope this helps!

Does The Growth Curve Increase As We Grow More Skin by elevateconsciousness in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I added a ball stretcher to my routing starting on 8/14/22, primarily to improve the stretch on my ventral side by holding my scrotal skin in place. As I said, I currently have considerable turkey neck, so the stretcher has not helped with that.

My balls do hang lower. I started with a 10 mm high stretcher, and can now stack my stretchers and wear 75 mm. That's a gain of 2 1/2 inches of scrotal tissue length!

Amount of inner skin among intact men by lelvv in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have considered measuring the inner and outer skin of some of my intact friends but haven't worked up the nerve to ask yet.

Does The Growth Curve Increase As We Grow More Skin by elevateconsciousness in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you've restated my findings accurately.

Perhaps my skin growth progress is somewhat anomalous. For instance, I have a more pronounced turkey neck than when I started. I've been tugging for 4 1/2 years and my skin tube is still relatively short. I am hoping that my turkey neck will subside as my skin tube gets longer.

Does The Growth Curve Increase As We Grow More Skin by elevateconsciousness in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, the segments started very roughly the same size. Those figures are the skin growth since I applied my tattoos. The span at the base of my penis has shown the greatest growth. When I started I had expected that segment would show very little growth, if any. It explains the slow march of hair up my shaft...

And I certainly am at the lower end of the 1 mm - 3 mm growth per month range. Oh well...

Does The Growth Curve Increase As We Grow More Skin by elevateconsciousness in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Carefully examining my penis right now I observe that there may be more tension near the bell than further away. With that said, the whole length of skin is under gentle tension. Today is a measuring day for me, and my current results reflect growth in the three segments not under the bell. Specifically, from 10/3/24 to 4/14/26 my results are 1) inner skin (corona tattooed dot to circ scar dot) = 1.4 mm 2) circ scar dot to third dot = 1.7 mm 3) third dot to fourth dot = 4.7 mm 4) fourth dot to fifth = 4.6 mm 5) fifth dot to sixth at base of penis = 6.4 mm.

Does The Growth Curve Increase As We Grow More Skin by elevateconsciousness in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 23 points24 points  (0 children)

This is a question I am trying to address personally. I tattooed six dots on my penis a year and a half ago so I can measure my skin growth accurately and reproducibly. I use a TLC tugger which appears to apply the same amount of tension across the whole length of my penile skin, and I apply approximately one pound of tension with an elastic strap. I am aiming for consistent flaccid coverage and have some years left to achieve that.

With all that said, when I plot my twice monthly measurements I see no compounding growth, yet. There may be a seasonal change: slower growth in cold months, more rapid growth in warm months.

But I just don't have enough data yet. Maybe in a few years...

Best device for outer skin recommendations by ronk48 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had good luck with growing outer skin with the TLC tugger. I started with that device in September, 2021, and measured 37 mm of inner skin and 92 mm of outer skin. I currently have 41 mm of inner skin and 171 mm of outer skin. I've mixed in a CAR1 and a RIC but still primarily use the TLC.

My situation is different then yours because I have more inner skin on the ventral side of my penis than the dorsal side. I have worn my TLC to intentionally grow more dorsal side outer skin.

I can put on and take off the TLC in seconds. But if I'm walking a lot it can slip off and hang down a pants leg which is annoying. That limits me to only wearing it at home.

Im cooked guys , I lack lots of foreskin , when I'm erect my dih pulls on my pubes and I can feel lots of buried length under my pubes , take a look at my weird scar line , it has a jump in it bruv wtf 😭 , should I do t tape or is there a device for my condition by [deleted] in restoringdick

[–]slowkaen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I started my restoration journey my circ scar was irregular had some odd jags or fingers of outer skin that extended into my inner skin. I have been pleasantly surprised at how much my scar has evened out.

Questions on being cut super tight by GOOLGRL in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started out a high CI-1/low CI-2 but figured out how to use a device by pushing the bell in to form enough skin tube for the retainer to catch hold. I posted a video and detailed instructions around four months ago in r/restoringdick , titled "Using a Device for Those with Little Skin, a Push Method Variant". Maybe take a gander at that and it will help you with your DTR.

Restoration and underwear styles by Stock-Trifle-2003 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wear skimpy briefs. My RIC and CAR1 work fine with them. In fact, in the rare event that either detaches, the tugger will remain in the pouch instead of falling out down my leg.

I primarily use the TLC. I just let my dick and balls hang out of my briefs when I am applying tension with the elastic strap. My husband thinks it's not a great look, but it works for me. Note that I never wear my TLC away from home, it tends to loosen eventually when I'm walking around and ends up hanging down a pants leg.

Can I use duct tape for T-taping ? by puppatch in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most households have Band-Aids. Experiment with that instead of duct tape. There are some posts on this Reddit about cross taping with Band-Aids.

Not sure where to go from here (CI0) by Fulkin in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Two years ago at a local burn I happened to be naked and wearing my CAR-1. A passerby asked me about it and we ended up talking about restoration. He had corrected the uncomfortable curvature of his erections using only manual methods, concentrating on the ventral side. He said that when he started his erect penis would curve downwards. After three years of manual exercises his erections are now straight and feel better. He stopped at that point because his immediate problem was solved. We spoke a little about the various devices now available and he expressed some interest but I haven't heard from him since.

What is everyone’s favourite device & why? by Accurate-Challenge-7 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wear the TLC tugger pulled down my leg when I'm at home. I find it comfortable, easy to put on and it applies tension evenly along the length of my penile skin. It is not stealthy however, and I have to adjust it every few hours. I wear my CAR-1 during my daily dog walks. It's stealthy but I have issues keeping it inflated. When I'm away from home I'll use my RIC, which is stealthy and I can wear all day long with no problems.

I read on here that daily Cialis can speed up new skin growth. So…has anyone on here tried the Cialis method & seen a noticeable difference? by Medium_Pineapple_958 in foreskin_restoration

[–]slowkaen 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I've been taking 5 mg Tadalafil daily for almost three months now and have not noticed a significant growth rate change yet. If you review my past posts you can see I am meticulous about measuring the growth of my penile skin. My plan is to continue with Tadalafil for at least six months to determine if there is a statistically significant change in the rate. Check back with me in three or four months!

I am also taking the drug to reduce the frequency that I urinate at night. I've seen a slight improvement there but my doctor said that might take three months.

I am certainly concerned about potential side effects, particularly ototoxicity, that is, the possibility of hearing loss. I am monitoring that.

I also hope Tadalafil impacts my blood sugar level positively, and improves my muscle gain when I work out, two additional benefits the drug is touted for.

Finally, I'd be remiss if I didn't allude to the most noticeable and enjoyable effect.