You deserve to look and feel your best from head to toe, including the most intimate areas of your body. As women become more confident in taking control of their health and speaking openly about their concerns, the popularity of procedures like vaginal rejuvenation and labiaplasty is on the rise. You’ll even find Hollywood celebrities and reality TV personalities, from Jada Pinkett Smith, to the Kardashians, to several Real Housewives, sharing their stories of feminine rejuvenation and wellness treatments.
Like any part of the body, a woman’s genital tissues can change over time. Aging, childbirth and hormonal changes can take a cosmetic toll as well as a functional one, reducing a woman’s sense of well-being, sexual enjoyment and confidence. For other women, genetics or chronic pelvic health issues can lead to a lifetime of discomfort with the appearance or function of their intimate anatomy. Too many women believe they must live with these painful or embarrassing conditions, but thanks to advancements in plastic surgery, that is not the case.
What Is Vaginal Rejuvenation?
The field of vaginal rejuvenation encompasses both surgical and nonsurgical procedures that restore health and beauty to vulvovaginal tissues. These procedures can achieve a number of different goals, including:
- Reducing the size of large or sagging labia
- Giving the labia a more symmetrical appearance
- Restoring a firmer, more youthful tone to vaginal tissues
- Reducing discomfort when wearing certain clothing or exercising
- Alleviating vaginal dryness and pain during intercourse
- Enhancing sensation during intercourse for the patient and her partner
- Improving the symptoms of stress urinary incontinence
Some feminine rejuvenation procedures address concerns that affect tissue that is external to the vagina, namely the labia minora (the “inner lips”) and the labia majora (the “outer lips”). Other procedures address internal issues that affect the vaginal canal. Dr. Andrews provides two types of feminine rejuvenation in the Coralville area of Iowa: labiaplasty and ThermiVa.
What Is Labial Rejuvenation?
Labia minora vary vastly in shape and size. Asymmetry is common, as are labia minora that extend past the labia majora. Some women feel having large labia minora is aesthetically displeasing and creates an undesirable appearance in clothing such as fitness leggings or swimsuits. Large labia minora can also cause physical problems such as chafing, difficulty maintaining hygiene, chronic urinary tract infections and discomfort or pain during sexual activity. These concerns can be significantly improved with surgical reduction of the labia minora in a procedure called labiaplasty.
How Is Labiaplasty Performed?
Labiaplasty is a relatively simple procedure that can be done in the office under local anesthesia. There are different approaches to improving the size and shape of the labia minora. Dr. Andrews will choose the technique that is best suited to your anatomy and desired outcome.
One of the most common labiaplasty techniques is the edge trim, in which excess tissue is removed along the full length of the labia. This technique works best for women with minimal enlargement of the labia minora. Another option is the wedge technique, in which excess tissue is removed using a V-shaped incision and the remaining sides of tissue are stitched together. This technique can address clitoral hood excess as well as enlarged labia minora.
For some women, bulky labia majora are a source of discomfort or distress. Dr. Andrews can perform a reduction labiaplasty to remove excess tissue from the labia majora. Some patients may benefit from combining this procedure with a related procedure such as a monsplasty, which reduces fatty tissue and/or skin that bulges from the upper part of the vulva. There are also procedures that can add volume to the labia majora if they have deflated due to age or weight loss. Dr. Andrews will help you decide which approach makes the most sense for your needs and will give you the most beautiful, natural-looking results.
What is Nonsurgical Vaginal Rejuvenation?
Women’s intimate health is complex, relying on a combination of vaginal and pelvic muscle function and natural lubrication, as well as mental and emotional factors. As the years pass, many women struggle with vaginal laxity, dryness, discomfort during intercourse, difficulty reaching orgasm or urinary leakage from stress incontinence. Vaginal rejuvenation aims to correct these issues by restoring flexibility, firmness and tone to the vaginal canal. With Emsella, we can restore vaginal health and improve the aesthetic appearance of the labia without surgery or downtime.
How Is an Emsella Rejuvenation Procedure Performed?
Emsella is a non-invasive treatment designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles using high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology. Electromagnetic pulses stimulate thousands of supramaximal muscle contractions in the treatment area to rebuild muscle strength and improve neuromuscular control.
Emsella is a quick and convenient treatment that can be performed in-office with no anesthesia. Patients report feeling a mildly tingling sensation but little to no pain at all during the procedure. When the treatment is complete, patients can return immediately to the rest of their daily activities. Most patients will see improvement after one session, but a series of treatments is usually recommended to achieve optimal results, particularly for conditions such as urinary incontinence or pelvic floor weakness. Patients will gradually see results in the weeks following their treatment, with final results lasting for many months.
Is Labiaplasty or Emsella Right For Me?
Women of all ages and lifestyles should be comfortable and confident in their bodies. If you are looking into options for restoring your feminine health and wellness, your first step is to schedule a consultation with a qualified practitioner. Dr. Kahlil Andrews or our physician assistant, Courtney Albritton, can discuss your options in detail so you know what to expect and help you determine whether you are a good candidate for surgical or nonsurgical treatment, depending on your anatomy and specific needs.
Labiaplasty in Coralville, IA can be an excellent choice for women who want to restore a more youthful appearance to their vaginal area and would prefer a “one and done” procedure with long-lasting results. ThermiVa can be a great option for women who want to address pelvic health concerns caused by more advanced signs of aging.
Schedule a Consultation at Dr. Andrews Plastic Surgery
To learn more about Emsella and labiaplasty in the Cedar Rapids or Coralville, Iowa areas, contact Dr. Andrews Plastic Surgery today at 319-220-4644 to schedule your consultation with our team. Our knowledgeable and welcoming providers who have a commitment to your safety and overall wellness.
