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What is Labiaplasty?
Childbirth, significant weight loss, aging, or injury to the genital structures can lead to changes in female genitalia. Labiaplasty is a procedure that improves the appearance of the female genitalia. Some women seek this opportunity to improve their appearance and ultimately feel satisfied with their body, while some seek changes for physical discomfort or medical reasons. If severe, and medically indicated, it is occasionally covered by insurance.
Vaginal Rejuvenation Benefits
Vaginal rejuvenation offers transformative benefits that enhance both physical comfort and self-confidence. These procedures are designed to address concerns like discomfort during physical activities, changes due to childbirth, and aesthetic preferences. With advancements in techniques, vaginal rejuvenation can improve quality of life and restore a sense of confidence.
Key Benefits
- Enhanced comfort during daily activities and exercise.
- Improved aesthetic appearance of the labia.
- Relief from irritation caused by excess tissue.
- Boosted self-confidence in intimate settings.
- Customizable solutions tailored to individual needs.
Who is a Candidate?
Women who are experiencing lax labia minora (inner labia) structures due to aging, weight loss, or pregnancies can often benefit from a labiaplasty. Lax skin of the labia can cause discomfort when taking part in athletic activities and intercourse, as well as irritation, itching, and self-consciousness.
Understanding Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty is one of the most popular vaginal rejuvenation procedures, focusing on reshaping and resizing the labia minora or labia majora. Surgical techniques remove excess tissue and sculpt a more symmetrical and proportionate appearance. Patients typically seek labiaplasty to alleviate irritation during activities like biking, improve comfort in tight clothing, or enhance intimate confidence.
The Procedure
The labiaplasty procedure reduces the labia minora so that they do not hang below the labia majora. This procedure may also be done to reduce the asymmetry of the labia minora when one is longer than the other. This can reduce the length of the labia so that they no longer tug or twist when wearing certain types of clothing, or fall out of a bathing suit.
During the labiaplasty procedure, excess tissue is removed, and absorbable sutures are placed to enforce the new labial contour.
Preparing for Vaginal Rejuvenation
During your consultation, Dr. Fichadia will provide detailed pre-operative instructions tailored to your needs. General recommendations include:
- Avoid certain medications and supplements that may increase bleeding risk
- Maintain good hygiene
- Arrange for transportation and support on the day of your procedure
Vaginal Rejuvenation Recovery
Recovery from vaginal rejuvenation is typically manageable, with most patients returning to daily activities within one to two weeks. You may experience mild swelling, bruising, or discomfort during the initial days, but these symptoms subside quickly with proper care. Dr. Fichadia will provide post-operative instructions to promote faster healing and optimal results.
Vaginal Rejuvenation Combination Procedures
Vaginal rejuvenation has become a transformative option for women looking to restore comfort, functionality, and confidence. However, many women seeking vaginal rejuvenation also consider additional body contouring procedures for a comprehensive approach to achieving their aesthetic and personal goals:
Liposuction
Post-pregnancy changes or natural aging often leave behind stubborn fat deposits and changes in the vaginal area. Liposuction is an excellent complement to vaginal rejuvenation for women looking to sculpt and refine areas like the abdomen, thighs, or hips. Recovery timelines are often streamlined, and patients enjoy the convenience of achieving multiple improvements in one surgical session.
Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover typically addresses areas impacted by pregnancy and breastfeeding, such as the breasts and abdomen. Adding vaginal rejuvenation to this procedure makes the makeover even more comprehensive. It not only restores pre-baby body contours but also addresses vaginal changes like dryness, tissue thinning, or a loss of elasticity.
Results and Recovery
Most patients take about a week off from work to recover. Swelling is to be expected and can be reduced with cold packs and by elevating the bottom with pillows. While most swelling is gone after six weeks, it can take up to six months for full swelling to subside. Sexual intercourse can usually be resumed after 6-8 weeks. When the labia are fully healed, patients can enjoy a neater labia appearance with reduced discomfort and a boost in self-confidence.
If you are tired of living with the discomfort associated with loose labia minora, a labiaplasty may be able to help. Give our Portland office a call today and schedule your initial consultation with Dr. Fichadia to get started.
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Dr. Fichadia is a double board-certified, comprehensively trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon. She completed general surgical training at St Elizabeth’s Medical Center, an affiliate of Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, and subsequently completed a highly competitive plastic surgery program at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, OR. She has presented research from her time in Boston and Portland at national and international surgical meetings such as Clinical Congress of the American College of Surgeons and annual meeting of American Society of Plastic Surgery.
