- Vaginal rejuvenation is a general term for procedures that change the appearance of your vagina.
- Labiaplasty reduces the size of the labia minora, i.e. the inner lips.
- You can also have a clitoral hood reduction, which exposes the clitoris for more sexual sensation.
Bays are unique and come in all shapes and sizes. However, that doesn’t stop some people from feeling self-conscious about their breasts – whether it’s the appearance, the tightness, or something else. Some people may also have large labia, which can cause irritation or poor hygiene.
Vaginal rejuvenation is a great option for those who want to change their vagina in some way. Here’s what you need to know about various vaginal resuscitation methods and their effectiveness and safety.
What is vaginal resuscitation?
Vaginal rejuvenation is a general term that refers to procedures that may “correct” the appearance or anatomy of the vagina and/or vulva. There are two main groups of people who may benefit:
- People who have lost vaginal firmness due to childbirth, aging or treatments such as radiation therapy or hormone therapy for breast cancer.
- People who are unhappy with their lips, either for aesthetic reasons or because of difficulties with hygiene, exercise or sex.
“Vaginal rejuvenation literally means rebuilding the vagina, removing the effects of time. Remember that the vagina ages like any other part of the body, so when we talk about ‘fixing’, we’re really talking about reversing the effects of time,” she says. Norman Rowe, MDboard certified plastic surgeon at Rowe Plastic Surgery.
Types of vaginal resuscitation
Here’s a breakdown of the different types of vaginal resuscitation procedures:
Lipoplasty: Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes and reduces the size of the labia minora (labia). Research shows that lipoplasty has high satisfaction rates. A small study 2016 showed that 82.8% of participants were moderately to extremely satisfied with the aesthetic results.
Colpoplasty: Colpoplasty is a surgical procedure that tightens the vaginal area. The procedure will tighten the muscles and reduce the diameter of the vaginal canal. A 2019 review says this procedure has a low risk of complications and leads to greater sexual function.
The best candidates for vaginoplasty are people who are very concerned about the laxity (or laxity) of their vagina, especially after childbirth or the natural aging process.
Labia majora (outer lips) operations.: These procedures differ in that they focus on increasing the size of the labia majora by performing fat grafting to change the appearance of the area.
“Many times with aging, the labia majora lose volume and look more wrinkled. A great solution to resolve lost volume is fat grafting to the area that fills out the skin, giving it a youthful appearance,” she says. Luis Macias MDdual plastic surgeon at Aesthetic MdR. Typically, a surgeon will harvest fat through liposuction and inject it back into the labia majora.
Clitoris reduction: This is a surgical procedure that focuses on reducing the size of the clitoral hood, which can expose the clitoris. Research has shown positive sexual results. A small study of 2015 showed that reduction of the clitoral hood did not result in decreased sensitivity and in fact, resulted in increased frequency and strength of orgasm in 35.3% of participants.
Laser treatment: There is also a non-surgical option for vaginal rejuvenation, which is a laser known as ThermiVasays Rowe. She says this option is best for mild cases and can help with vaginal tightness as well as urinary incontinence. A 2016 study showed that ThermiVa laser treatment is effective in tightening the vaginal wall and improving elasticity.
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Vaginal rejuvenation procedures are not medically necessary, but if you are concerned about the appearance of your vulva or the effect your vulva and vagina have on your sex life, you may be a good candidate.
Yes, according to an estimate91.6% of participants were satisfied with the vaginal rejuvenation procedure and also reported greater sexual satisfaction.
“Vaginal rejuvenation surgery offers permanent correction of the vagina and vulva. However, that doesn’t mean they won’t continue to age and change over time,” says Macias.
Be sure to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon or OB-GYN when deciding whether to proceed with vaginal rejuvenation. Rowe says you need to determine what you want to achieve, the best method to achieve the goals, the recovery period and the risks.