Labiaplasty is a surgical method to correct the size and shape of the labia majora and minora. Medical indications for surgery include asymmetry or enlargement of the labia. But often they refer patients not to a plastic surgeon, but to dissatisfaction with the appearance of intimate areas. For this reason, labiaplasty becomes an operation whose purpose is purely aesthetic.
The reason for the increased interest in labiaplasty may be the unrealistic representation of the genitals in animated films, as in adult films. We spoke with Real Clinic’s gynecologist-surgeon and the plastic surgeon of the Semeynaya clinic network and asked them basic questions about intimate plastic surgery.
What specific problems does labiaplasty solve?
“One of the main reasons women go to a plastic surgeon for this operation is dissatisfaction with the appearance of the labia,” says Valentina Ishchenko, a plastic surgeon at the Semeynaya clinic chain Beauty direction. Labiaplasty resolves both aesthetic and physical discomfort problems during sexual intercourse or sports.
– Hypertrophic (enlarged) labia minora and clitoral hood.
– Asymmetry of the lips.
– Age-related changes in the lips.
Are there any contraindications?
Usually these are general contraindications characteristic of any surgical intervention – venereal and oncological diseases, chronic diseases in the acute stage. “But another contraindication category is infectious and inflammatory processes in the vagina,” says Marlen Hovakimyan, PhD, gynecologist-surgeon and oncogynecologist at the Real Clinic clinical center. – But, as a rule, they are treated before surgery. It is also worth highlighting the contraindications associated with anesthesia restrictions: these are, for example, heart problems and diseases, thrombosis.”
What about post-operative restrictions?
The operation is performed under general anesthesia (intravenous anesthesia) and the patient can go home the same day. In rare cases, it may be necessary to stay in the hospital until the next day. Among the main limitations, experts identify the following.
– Sexual peace. Since the labia heals for a long time after the operation, you should avoid sexual intercourse for a month.
– Avoiding sports, especially cycling and stretching. You can return to light physical activity after a week. And heavy – to two.
– Taking a bath, going to the hammam, sauna, swimming pool. You can only go to the shower.
Overall, recovery is pretty easy. You can sit down and go to work in a day or two after surgery. However, you should keep in mind that there may be a slight pain when walking for the first few days.
What are the possible complications?
“Labiaplasty is still a surgical intervention,” says Valentina Ishchenko, a plastic surgeon. – As with any surgery, bleeding and bruising are possible. But the situation is extremely rare and does not affect the outcome of the operation.
Are there alternatives to labiaplasty?
Labiaplasty is not the only method of correcting the shape and size of the labia. There are injection and hardware alternatives for those who are not ready for surgery.
– Introduction of hyaluronic acid-based fillers. It is used to enlarge the big and small lips and G spot.
– Intimate rejuvenation Forma V. It is a hardware correction method used to narrow the vagina in cases such as stress urinary incontinence or vaginal dryness.
Can labiaplasty be performed on girls who have never given birth?
“Yes, it is possible and even necessary if there are indications for this. In the future, this does not affect childbirth. And delivery does not affect the outcome of the operation,” says Valentina Ishchenko.
Source: People Talk
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