What is labioplasty ?

Labiaplasty also referred to as labioplasty, is a surgical process that will reduce and/or reshape the labia minora - the skin that covers the female clitoris and vaginal opening. In some cases, women with big labia can experience ache during intercourse, or feel discomfort during everyday activities or when wearing tight-fitting clothing. Others may feel unattractive, or wish to enhance their sexual experiences by removing some of the skin that covers the clitoris. The purpose of a labiaplasty is to better define the inner labia. During this process the urethral opening can be redefined, and if necessary improvements to the vagina may be made. The trouble can be caused by genetics, sexual intercourse or difficulties in childbirth

Labia Minora (inner lips) Reduction - Many women dislike the big protuberant appearance of their labia minora. This may cause severe embarrassment with a sexual partner. The overly great labia minora can also result in constant irritation in tight pants. Surgical labial reduction can greatly improve the cosmetic appearance of the abnormally enlarged labis. Some women are born with great labia, others may get this status with childbirth or age.

Labia Majora (outer lips) Reduction - This common anatomical references version may be worsened by childbirth or by weight gain or loss. They may sometimes be improved by liposuction. In more severe cases, surgical reduction is necessary.

Vaginoplasty Surgery

Vaginoplasty, sometimes referred to as rejuvenation of the vagina, is a procedure that can usually correct the problem of stretched vaginal muscles resulting from childbirth(s), and is a direct means of enhancing ones sexual life one time again. The process typically tones vaginal muscle, resulting in greater contraction strength and control, thereby permitting better sensation during sexual experiences.

Vaginal Prolapse

The network of muscles, ligaments, and skin in and around a woman’s vagina acts as a complex support structure that holds pelvic organs, tissues, and structures in place. This support network includes the skin and muscles of the vagina walls (a network of tissues called the fascia). Various parts of this support system may eventually weaken or break, causing a common condition called vaginal prolapse. A vaginal prolapse is a condition in which structures such as the uterus, rectum, bladder, urethra, small bowel, or the vagina itself may begin to prolapse, or fall, out of their normal positions. Without medical treatment or surgery, these structures may eventually prolapse farther and farther into the vagina or even through the vaginal opening if their supports weaken enough. The symptoms that result from vaginal prolapse commonly affect sexual functions and bodily functions such as urination and defecation. Pelvic pressure and discomfort are also common symptoms.

Approximately 30-40% of women develop some presentation of vaginal prolapse in their lifetime, usually following menopause, childbirth, or a hysterectomy. Most women who develop this condition are older than 40 years. Many women who develop symptoms of a vaginal prolapse do not seek medical help because of embarrassment or other reasons. Some women who develop a vaginal prolapse do not experience symptoms.

Procedure may rejuvenate sexuality By Judith Salkin

No matter how sophisticated we think we've been become as a society in terms of sexuality, we're not.

Books tell us that we're responsible for our sexual pleasure, and that healthy, active adults can enjoy sex long into their lives.
But that's not always the case. Our bodies change, and women (especially mothers) often experience vaginal relaxation - a gradual weakening of elasticity in the vaginal muscles - which can lead to a loss of sensation, and therefore satisfaction.
While there have been a number of significant advances for men, from surgical procedures to Viagra, doctors haven't paid nearly as much attention to women.
Until now.
Enter the G-Shot (or G-Spot amplification), an injection of human-engineered collagen into the Grafenburg spot, a small area behind the pubic bone on the anterior wall of the vagina.
"It's a relatively non-invasive way to enhance a woman's sexual pleasure," said Dr. Elliot B. Lander, a urologist with offices in Rancho Mirage, La Quinta and Del Mar.
As a urologist, Lander has performed more than 4,000 pelvic floor reconstruction surgeries and understands the causes of vaginal relaxation.
He was trained in the use of the G-Shot by its developer, Dr. David Matlock of the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute of Los Angeles. Matlock, who has appeared on the E! network's "Dr. 90210," trained in laser vaginal rejuvenation, anterior and posterior repair and vaginoplasty surgery.
"Years ago it was taboo to talk about these things," said Matlock. "Women were told that it was just a normal part of the aging process."
But with women living longer and expecting more out of life, "There were definitely questions that needed to be addressed."
The G-Shot does that, according to Lander and Matlock, in a relatively non-invasive and non-permanent way.
With the exception of the numbing shot and the 28-gauge needle (the same gauge needle used for daily insulin shots) used to inject the collagen, there are no other disturbances to the patient's body.
While the collagen itself is FDA approved and comes from a qualified medical supply company, the G-Shot is patent pending.
The shots, according to Matlock are $1,850 for a single shot and $2,500 for a double.
"Some feel they need more or want it to last a bit longer (than the normal four-month period of a single shot)."
Enhancing sensation
Tara is a tall, pretty woman who works in the Wright Building on the Eisenhower Medical Center campus where Lander also has his office.
"I heard about it and I was curious," she says. In her early 30s, Tara decided to try it and evaluate it "for the future."
Following instructions on how to manually locate the G-spot with her finger, "because it's a little different for every woman," and showing Lander where it was, "the whole thing took about a half hour from start to finish."
Once a woman's G-spot has been located, the measurements are noted in her chart and do not need to be repeated on subsequent visits.
A local anesthetic then numbed the area before Lander injected the collagen.
"I really noticed a difference," Tara said. "The feeling was much more intense, much more pleasurable. I'll definitely do it again."