Vaginal plastic surgery was once a very sensitive issue that was never discussed, but nowadays, vaginal beautification is all the buzz, somore women are choosing to have procedures such as labiaplasty. But there are still many questions surrounding these treatments. In particular,women often want to know how the surgery is done, and what is the recovery time for a labiaplasty.
What is labiaplasty?
Labiaplasty refers to surgery performed on the labia minora, or the inner lips of the vagina. The procedure is done to remodel or reduce the size of the labia minora.
Some women are born withenlarged labia, while others develop it after having children, or as a result of aging. Women that have astretched labia often experience pain and discomfort during certain activities, and also during intercourse. As a result, they choose to undergo labiaplasty to relieve this problem.
The Procedure
Labiaplasty is generally performed under local anesthesia with sedation. During the operation excess skin and tissue is trimmed from the labia, and it is also contoured. Any asymmetry or other irregularity is also corrected.
What is the recovery time for a labiaplasty?
Doctors generally recommend that women get adequate rest,and stay off their feet for at least 2-3 days after labiaplasty. Patients are advised to ice the area, in order to minimize swelling, and reduce any pain.
Most patents are able to return to work within 7 days, and healing should be complete by about 2 weeks. Nevertheless, vigorous activity including sexual intercourse,should be avoided for at least 6 weeks.
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