Improving Quality of Life with Genital Aesthetic Applications such as Vaginoplasty and Labiaplasty
Genital aesthetic concerns are an important issue that directly affects both the physical and psychosocial aspects of women's health. Changes in the anatomical structure of the genital area, asymmetry, sagging, or excessive size can lead to a lack of self-confidence in women, restrictions in sports and clothing choices, and even a lack of communication in partner relationships. Specialist of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Prof. Dr. Osman Kelahmetoğlu aims to provide patients with an aesthetically and functionally comfortable life through surgical and non-surgical procedures performed in this field.
Sources of Genital Area Aesthetic Problems
Changes in the structure of the genital area usually occur depending on the following factors:
Congenital and Genetic Causes: Congenital asymmetry or excessive size in the structure of the labia minora also known as inner lips or labia majora also known as outer lips.
Childbirth Processes: Tears occurring after vaginal delivery, enlargement at the vaginal entrance, and loosening in the pelvic floor muscles.
Aging and Hormonal Changes: Loss of volume and sagging in the labia majora due to collagen loss associated with age.
Most Frequently Applied Procedures in Genital Aesthetics
Within the scope of genital aesthetics or intimate surgery, various surgical or filler applications are carried out according to the person's complaint and needs:
1. Labiaplasty: Inner Lip Aesthetics
This is the most frequently applied procedure in the field of genital aesthetics. In cases where the inner lips are larger than normal or sagging, these tissues are aesthetically reduced and reshaped to improve both appearance and comfort in hygiene and clothing. The operation is performed by preserving the natural layers of the lips and paying maximum attention to anatomical integrity.
2. Vaginoplasty: Vaginal Tightening
This is mostly performed to eliminate the enlargement occurring in the vaginal canal as a result of the weakening of pelvic floor muscles after vaginal delivery. Vaginoplasty can help increase sexual satisfaction and reduce functional problems such as urinary leakage, specifically stress incontinence, which may occur during increased intra-abdominal pressure.
3. Outer Lip Aesthetics and Fillers
Volume Loss: Loss of volume in the labia majora, which are the outer lips, can cause an aged and sagging appearance. Volume is restored by applying fat injection also known as fat filling or hyaluronic acid-based fillers to this area.
Sagging: If there is advanced-level sagging, excess skin can be removed with outer lip lift surgery.
4. Hymenoplasty: Hymen Repair
This is the surgical repair of the hymen, requested for social or cultural reasons.
Operation Process and Recovery
Most genital aesthetic procedures can be performed under local anesthesia and sedation or with general anesthesia depending on patient comfort.
Duration and Discharge: The duration varies according to the type of operation, but most patients can be discharged on the same day.
Recovery: Since self-dissolving sutures are used, there is no need for a suture removal process. Patients can generally return to light daily activities within a few days.
Important Note: For full recovery of the operation area and the safety of the suture line, it is vital to follow the surgeon's advice and avoid sexual intercourse and activities such as pools or saunas for approximately 4 to 6 weeks. The care shown for hygiene during this process directly affects the quality of healing.
Genital aesthetic applications provide significant contributions to women leading a more comfortable, confident, and happy life by supporting not only their physical health but also their mental and sexual health.