In the past, women were reluctant to talk about issues on sex, including their private parts – topics that were long considered taboo. Society has changed. Women, physicians, and the media are beginning to talk about such topics.
Understanding Vaginal Rejuvenation
More and more women are now open to medical procedures aimed to restore their privates, also known as vaginal rejuvenation. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, labiaplasty, or the surgical repair or correction of the female external sex organ, has shown notable gains in 2019 with its 9% increase. Nowadays, the concept of youth is not merely limited to the outside physical appearance; rather it evokes an overall sense of restoration and well-being from deep within.
For women, aging, hormonal changes, and pregnancy can have a tremendous impact on their female genitalia. Changes in the female external sex organ include vaginal laxity, loss of tone of the outer skin or labia majora, lack of lubrication, painful intercourse, urinary incontinence, irritation, burning sensations, a decrease in sexual pleasure, and vaginal discomfort. Without timely intervention, these chronic symptoms may worsen over time and can lead to poor quality of life.
Fortunately, modern medical science now offers several treatments to regain the youth of the female genitalia. There are medical treatments like local estrogen therapy which works by reducing vaginal changes due to hormonal changes. However, this procedure can cause unwanted adverse effects. There are also surgical procedures, such as labiaplasty, aimed to restore and reconstruct the external female genitals. The problem with surgery is that it often requires a few days to fully recover.
A safer alternative is laser vaginal rejuvenation, which is a non-invasive procedure that can bring back youth to the female genitals. This type of plastic surgery is growing in popularity, especially among women who want to restore their vagina.
What is laser vaginal rejuvenation?
Laser vaginal rejuvenation is a minimally-invasive, painless treatment that uses the CO2 fractional laser equipment to treat troublesome changes in the female genitalia. The specialized probe acts on the vaginal walls. It creates almost invisible micro-lesions that stimulate the production of new collagen. These fibrin tissues restore and reorganize the external vaginal structure as well as the mucosa. Tissue regeneration leads to tightening of the skin around the private parts, restoring its youthfulness.
Laser vaginal rejuvenation often requires several sessions (2-3 treatments done every month) to achieve the desired results. However, significant improvements become apparent right after the first session.
According to cosmetic surgeons providing laser vaginal rejuvenation in Boston, this procedure can help improve the effects of menopause, increase sexual function, treat problems with incontinence, and provide an overall sense of well-being.
This cosmetic procedure also restores the lubrication and hydration of vaginal mucosa, tightens the epithelium or outer skin tissues, and improves the skin tone and elasticity. Besides, it can help re-establish the normal vaginal pH level, which ensures the natural protection of your privates and reduces the risk of infection. The effects of the treatment may fade over time, thus requiring repeat procedure (usually once a year).
One thing that vaginal rejuvenation cannot guarantee is increasing sexual pleasure. While the procedure can improve sexual function, sexual arousal and orgasm are complex physiologic responses that entail psychological and emotional aspects. All of the aspects should be met to achieve or heighten the female sexual experience.
Who needs laser vaginal rejuvenation?
As with other plastic surgery procedures, laser vaginal rejuvenation is not for everyone. Ideal candidates for this treatment include:
- Women whose vaginal structures have been stretched or altered due to childbearing, weight loss, menopause, and/or aging.
- Women who have never given birth but still feel that they are abnormally loose or large inside, or whose partner has a smaller penis.
- Women who experience discomfort, pain, or soreness during sexual intercourse.
- Women who experience a reduced sexual sensation as a result of vaginal tissue changes.
- Women who suffer vaginal discomfort, irritation, or mild urinary incontinence caused by structural changes in the genitourinary parts.
- Women who are unresponsive to estrogen or hormone replacement therapy.
- Women who want to improve the look of their private parts.
- Who with moderate vaginal laxity but don’t want to undergo a surgical procedure.
Some women might be recommended to undergo vaginal plastic surgery such as vaginoplasty or labiaplasty. They include women with marked pelvic floor vaginal laxity involving muscular separation and widening.
Usually, these are women who have multiple vaginal deliveries, a history of episiotomy during delivery, and/or a history of vaginal damage or tear. Likewise, women who have prolapsed genitourinary structures or significant urinary incontinence may require surgical treatments.
A qualified and competent plastic surgeon can help determine whether this minimally invasive procedure will work in your case. Better yet, visit your gynecologist to seek out other available options. They can guide in choosing the best treatment options. Who knows, all you need might just be reassurance that all changes happening in your body are normal.
