What Is Labiaplasty, And When Is It Needed?

Labiaplasty is also called vaginal rejuvenation. It is a surgical procedure performed on the inner (labia minora) and outer (labia majora) lips of the vagina. This procedure aims to decrease the labia minora size so that it is flush with the labia majora. In other words, labiaplasty seeks to reduce the size of the labia minora. There are many reasons for the enlargement of the labia of women. These include factors like birth, aging, sexual activity, and genetics. Because of these problems, which cause both health problems and aesthetic anxiety, women prefer specific surgery. Vaginal rejuvenation operations are the most preferred among them.

When Is Labiaplasty Needed?

Labiaplasty, vaginal rejuvenation, is needed for many different reasons. Among them;

• In case wearing swimsuits, trousers or sports clothes causes problems due to the growth of the inner lip,
• In case sensitivity in activities like cycling, doing sports,
• In case, sexual problems and psychological effects due to enlarged inner lip,
• In case physical appearance discomforts and skin irritation problems are seen labiaplasty procedure is needed.

What are the Benefits of Labiaplasty?

• Eliminate the problems caused by wearing bikinis or tights that negatively affect social life.
• It improves more self-confidence. Therefore, it is stated that it has the effect of increasing concentration during sexual intercourse.
• It allows reducing swollen vagina appearance.
• It is a minimally invasive procedure. For this reason, the wounds recover faster, and no scar is seen after the operation.

Basic Information About Labiaplasty

Labiaplasty is an outpatient procedure. Procedures can be performed with both local and general anesthesia. The operation time varies from 1 and 2 hours on average. After the operation, sexual penetration should be avoided for four weeks. It does not hurt sexual pleasure. It also does not harm the hymen. Therefore, this process can also be performed by virgin women. It also can be performed simultaneously with other aesthetic interventions.

How Is the Recovery After Labiaplasty?

Swelling and other problems after the operation may disappear in about two weeks. In addition, the yarns used for the sutures in the operation area are self-melting. Therefore, there is no need to remove the sutures.

Who Is Labiaplasty Not Recommended?

It is recommended this operation cannot be performed in youth than 18 years old.