According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic surgery, demand for cosmetic and reconstructive vaginal surgery increased by 64% between 2011 and 2012. Also known as labiaplasty or vaginal rejuvenation, this minimally invasive and bloodless procedure is designed to significantly increase sexual pleasure during intercourse for women. While some blame the porn industry for women “mutilating their genitals”, those who seek the surgery often need a supplement to Kegel exercises for sexual fulfillment after childbirth. Women in the Northwest have their best pick for labiaplasty in Chicago, where doctors are dedicated to listening to their wants and needs.

“Designer vaginas” include procedures such as vaginal tightening, revirgination, clitoral unhooding and g-spot amplification. Vaginal tightening procedures enhance sexual pleasure by decreasing the diameter of the vagina. Pleasure for women is increased if the amount of friction experienced during intercourse is increased. Revirgination, also called hymenoplasty repairs the hymen to near its original state before a woman first has sex. Clitoral unhooding removes tissue that normally covers the clitoris for enhanced sensation. G-spot amplification seeks to increase the intensity of the female orgasm by injecting collagen in the front wall of the vagina.

Not all vaginal rejuvenation is cosmetic. The difference between reconstructive and cosmetic surgery depends on its intent. Cosmetic surgery seeks to changes the aesthetics of the body, while reconstructive surgery improves the function of the body. For example, a nose job can either be shaped to appear thinner for appearances, or the nostril shape can be changed to help a patient breathe better, as the case for reconstructive surgery.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend vaginal surgery to alleviate urinary incontinence if efforts such as Kegel exercises prove insufficient. Reconstructive vaginal surgery can also remedy birth defects in the case of naturally short vaginas or those who suffer from vaginal agensis. Such procedures can help with normalizing menstruation, urination and intercourse.

Laser vaginal surgery is considered extremely safe, bloodless and quick to heal from. Many women return to work within 5 to 7 days after their procedure. Some women report resuming sexual intercourse within six weeks and the ability to enjoy oral sex much sooner. Some patients experience some mild discomfort after the anesthesia wears off, but most feel it doesn’t interfere with daily activity. Contact a vaginal rejuvenation specialist to see what procedures would work best for you. A professional would be able to tell you all the benefits and risks in detail in a personal and private consultation.

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