Aging is a natural process that is inevitable. With advancing age, the body undergoes certain irreversible changes. Like all other body parts, a woman’s vagina also changes, partly due to aging and also because of childbirth. The vagina becomes loose and dryness becomes more evident. To overcome these problems, a procedure called vaginal rejuvenation is adopted. At times, it is done for cosmetic reasons. This procedure includes anything that changes or alters the vaginal anatomy, including both internal and external structures. There are surgical and non-surgical ways of carrying out vaginal rejuvenation.
What is vaginal rejuvenation?
A range of minimally invasive or non-invasive procedures are used in vaginal rejuvenation with the goal of enhancing the vaginal area’s appearance and health. These treatments aim to address a variety of problems such as vaginal laxity, postpartum incontinence, decreased sexual pleasure, and aesthetic concerns that may be brought on by childbirth, aging, or other causes. Some of the techniques used in vaginal rejuvenation are the use of lasers, radiofrequency technology, or other minimally invasive surgeries to tighten the vaginal wall, increase blood flow, and stimulate collagen production. Helping women regain confidence, improve their overall wellbeing, and enhance their sexual performance is the ultimate goal of vaginal rejuvenation.
Reasons for undergoing vaginal rejuvenation
Women who have children or have attained menopause, often complain of vaginal looseness, lack of lubrication, and loss of sexual intimacy. With vaginal rejuvenation, the following issues can be minimized to a certain extent:
- Loose skin around the vagina
- Urine leakage (urinary incontinence) when laughing, jumping, or sneezing
- Inability to hold your urine
- Decreased libido or sexual drive
- Excessive dryness
- Painful sex
- Loss of sensation and sexual gratification
- Decreased confidence and low self-esteem
Different kinds of vaginal rejuvenation
Vaginal rejuvenation includes a range of methods, each of which targets particular issues concerning the appearance and health of the vagina. Vaginal rejuvenation treatment procedures affect the vulva (outer part of female genitals) and vaginal canal (area of penetration during sex). The procedures included under vaginal rejuvenation may be surgical or non-surgical.
- Surgical methods: As surgery is involved to carry out these procedures, they involve sedation or anesthesia.
- Labiaplasty: Reshapes the labia or “lips” of your vagina.
- Vaginoplasty: Repairs or tightens the vaginal canal post child birth.
- Monsplasty: Removes the fatty tissue from the pubic bone area.
- Vulvoplasty: Reshapes the vulvar region (external genitalia).
- Perineoplasty: Strengthens the perineum (space between vagina and anus)
- Clitoral hood reduction: Removes extra tissue that covers the clitoris.
- Non-surgical methods: These are non-invasive procedures that require less recovery time. The non-surgical method of vaginal rejuvenation entails heating the top layers of the vaginal tissue.
- CO2 laser treatment: With the help of a laser, the upper layers of the vaginal tissue are heated, resulting in the tissues of the lower layer to make more collagen. As a result, the skin becomes firmer and tighter.
- RF (radio frequency) treatment: This method makes use of electromagnetic waves which heat the vaginal tissue, boosting blood flow and collagen production.
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy: In order to undergo this therapy, the patient must get platelet-rich plasma that was made from their own blood, injected into the vaginal tissue. This has the potential to boost sensitivity, improve blood flow, and promote tissue regeneration. It is frequently used to treat sexual dissatisfaction and urinary incontinence.
It is worth mentioning that the selection of a technique is dependent upon individual requirements, and seeking advice from a healthcare professional is imperative in ascertaining the most suitable course of action for each woman.
Factors to Consider for Vaginal Rejuvenation Treatment
Several factors need to be considered while determining the cost of vaginal rejuvenation treatment, including:
- Type of procedure (surgical or non-surgical)
- How extensive the treatment is
- Whether there is some insurance coverage
- Where you live
The cost for vaginal rejuvenation ranges from INR 50,000 to INR 2,00,000. And this cost varies, depending on the city and clinic opted for undergoing the procedure. Before making an informed choice based on unique individual needs and financial constraints, it is advised to investigate clinics, take reviews into account, and speak with specialists.
Vaginal rejuvenation is a fast growing and much sought-after area of women’s health in the last few years. This procedure aims to address a number of problems related to the health and appearance of the vagina. Owing to this, there is a noticeable rise in the demand for vaginal rejuvenation as women look for treatments for problems such as vaginal laxity, urinary incontinence, and increased sexual satisfaction. In short, this technique has proved to be a boon for many women seeking to improve their vaginal appearance.
NU Fertility @ NU Hospitals has a learned and skillful team of cosmetic gynecologists in Bangalore. These experts not only enlighten you on the latest in the field of cosmetic surgery, particularly related to vaginal rejuvenation, but also perform the procedures that are best suited to meet your individual needs. If you are concerned about your vaginal appearance, consult the best cosmetic gynecologist at NU Fertility without further delay!
- Laser vaginal rejuvenation (LVR). Gynecology Solutions. https://www.gynaecologysolutions.com.au/laser-vaginal-rejuvenation-lvr.html.
- What is vaginal rejuvenation? Health University of Utah. https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2018/08/what-vaginal-rejuvenation.
Author: Dr. Sneha J
