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Female genital surgery
The groin is one area a lot of women are unaware can be effectively treated with surgery. Childbirth can, in particular, change the shape and tone of vaginal tissue which sometimes results in embarrassment and occasionally loss of sexual satisfaction. Surgery can be carried out on a number of areas and recovery times are generally very quick.
Labial reduction (labiaplasty)
Female genitalia are usually more or less hidden, but larger than average labia minora or ‘inner lips’ may protrude well beyond the ‘outer lips’ of the vagina. The most common reason that women generally request this procedure is because the labia are perceived to be too large and aesthetically un-pleasing as well as the fact that they can cause discomfort with rubbing on tight clothing, and cause friction during sport such as cycling or even during sex. Women with exceptionally long or unequal lengths of the inner lips (labia minora) can have them reshaped under local anaesthetic.
Vaginal Tightening/Rejuvenation (vaginoplasty)
The most common cause of an enlarged vagina is childbirth. Vaginal tightening is a standard gynecologic surgical procedure which tightens vaginal muscles and surrounding soft tissues, by reducing excess vaginal mucosa (vaginal lining). The result is an immediate decrease in the size of vaginal muscles. This procedure is performed under general anaesthetic.
Frequently asked questions
Female Genital Surgery – Vaginal Tightening (Posterior Vaginal Repair)
Who will benefit from vaginal tightening?
After childbirth it may take some time for the vaginal muscles to regain their tone and often women are encouraged to do pelvic floor exercises. However in some women the vaginal muscles may have become overstretched so that no amount of exercise will improve tone and in these circumstances surgery is the only way to improve this situation.
Most commonly it is women who have had children who experience an enlarged vagina. However menopausal women also may suffer from the problem. Many patients feel an enlarged or overstretched vagina affects sexual confidence.
How is vaginal tightening performed?
Surgery will address the tone of the vagina by tightening the vagina and supporting tissues and reducing the relaxed vaginal linings. The vagina is narrowed by removing tissue from the back wall of the vagina and tightening the muscles using stitches so they work more effectively.
How long does vaginal tightening take to perform?
Vaginal tightening surgery takes between 1 and 1 ½ hours and is both commonly performed under general and local anaesthetic but generally the patient would most likely be required to stay overnight.
How long is the recovery period from vaginal tightening?
The patients will be sore for two or more weeks and the surgeon would advise patients do not resume penetrative sex for 6 weeks following vaginal tightening surgery and refrain from tampon use for ten days after the procedure.
Can I combine vaginal tightening with other treatments?
If you are concerned generally about the appearance of your vagina, specifically if you feel your labia is too large or asymmetrical then you may be interested in labia reduction surgery.
What can I expect to pay for this procedure?
Prices from £4,000 - £4.250 (regional variations apply)
Labia Reduction (Labiaplasty)
Who will labia reduction surgery benefit?
Labiaplasty is the operation of reducing the size of the inner labia (lips) of the vulva. Some women experience sexual discomfort as a result of enlarged or asymmetrical labia (one side usually more prominent than the other), others experience chafing in the groin area when wearing certain clothing and some simply feel embarrassment when in intimate situations.
How is labia reduction surgery done?
Under a general anaesthetic the labia minora is carefully reduced in size by trimming away a suitably sized piece of tissue with the aim of achieving the most symmetrical result as possible. The surgeon will remove the excess skin from your labia minora, making the labia appear less large.
How long will labia reduction surgery take?
Labia reduction surgery usually takes around 1 hour, so patients are generally only required to stay on a day case basis.
What results can I expect from labia reduction surgery?
Patients who undergo labiaplasty can expect a more symmetrical appearance and smaller labia minora after surgery. They will feel more confident in intimate situations and happier with the way they look.
Q: How long is the recovery period from labia reduction surgery?
Patients are advised not to have penetrative sex for 4-6 weeks after surgery.
What can I expect to pay for this procedure?
Prices from £2,750 - £2950 (regional variations apply)
Can I have both procedures performed together?
Yes, prices from £6,000 - £6250 (regional variations apply).
