Laser Surgical Labiaplasty with CO2RE® Intima
INTRODUCTION
Labiaplasty
Undergoing Laser Labiaplasty Surgery can be one of the most personal and private decisions a woman can make. Yet, within the many procedures that The Women’s Clinic do to help women live better quality lives for themselves, some are even more private than others.
Women who are self-conscious and unhappy with the length or shape of their labia minora – the inner lips around the vaginal opening – may feel as if they have no one to talk to because the subject is so personal and private. They may keep their thoughts about their bodies to themselves, even while it makes them self-conscious in the bedroom and uncomfortable during many different physical activities such as bike riding and exercise, and even wearing tighter clothing.
Yet, Labial Reduction, also known as Labiaplasty, is a routine non-gynecological procedure – thousands of women get it done every year and the results are really amazing. It treats large labia as well as asymmetrical labia – most do not match and are frequently discoloured. It is an outpatient clinic treatment that requires no overnight hospital stay, no general anaesthetic and heals quickly with often life-changing results.
Historically most women who discussed labial reduction with their GP found the treatment was unavailable from the NHS and so they suffered in silence. But greater awareness of the procedure and wider availability from private cosmetic clinics have made Labiaplasty a highly popular and transformative treatment for women. And now, as one of only a few UK clinics trained to use the advanced CO2RE® Intima Laser Medical Laser, The Women’s Clinic is able to perform Labial reductions and reshaping with great precision and under local anaesthetic.
TREATMENT
Surgical Laser Labiaplasty
Symptoms
- Larger than normal inner lips
- Labia extending lower than outer Labia
- Discomfort or pain during Intercourse
- Discomfort cycling or exercise
- Discomfort and pain wearing underwear
- Discomfort wearing tighter clothing
- Sensitivity and discomfort constantly
- Embarrassment of the visual look of Labia
- Discoloured Labia
- Overly Large Labia
- Constant Adjustment
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£2,995
The Benefits of Labial Reductions
About Labial Reduction Surgery
The Laser surgery is usually performed on an out-patient basis using local anaesthetic. Neither the clitoris nor the urethra is affected when the labia is made smaller. This is not a gynaecological procedure and does not affect childbirth. The labia will be trimmed to sit comfortably inside the Labia Majora (outer lips) and have a natural shape along with all normal sensation is paramount. Sutures (stitches) are dissolvable and will not require removal, a post-op check up will be booked for six week after your Laser surgery.
About Laser Labial Reduction Surgery
The addition of the CO2RE® Intima Laser to the labial reduction surgery decreases swelling, bruising, pain and therefore speeds up the recovery. Our Practitioners are extensively trained in laser technology and in using a laser to remove the excessive tissue, this is called Labia Trimming. Because the laser seals the blood vessels as it cuts, the amount of bleeding is very minimal and therefore, the bruising, pain, infection and swelling are also decreased.
Risks and Complications
All surgeries come with some level of risk, such as inflammation and infection, however, this is minimised with CO2RE® Intima Laser as there is little to no blood loss, swelling is minimised and the healing process is easier to manage. A full homecare kit is supplied.
A Time to Heal
After the surgery you may feel a little sore for a couple of days, but both the swelling and discomfort will diminish within the first week. Also compression can help to relieve swelling or bruising. You will need to wear an absorbent pad for the first week as well and keep to easy activities. You should wait to resume sexual activity and strenuous activity for six weeks. The body will continue to heal itself in the months to come and you will notice improvements throughout the first few months, scarring is almost invisible by 6 months.
Post Care
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Questions you may have about Laser Labiaplasty
What can I expect after Laser Labiaplasty
You will experience swelling and discomfort in the area shortly after the treatment for a few weeks.
You will be given a Home Care kit with sterile dressings, pain relief and full instructions, and a special sensitive antiseptic spray to apply to the area when required plus full post treatment advice before you leave the clinic.
You will be comfortable to leave the clinic, although we suggest you do not drive for a few days. You will also be able to pass urine without any problem.
When will I see the effects
You should see an immediate and permanent effect, as soon as the swelling goes down. However initially there will be distortion and sensitivity during the healing process as the process of tissue contraction will take 6 weeks up to 6 months. The sutures to the area are dissolvable so will become invisible within a few weeks, we require you to visit for a post operative checkup at six weeks.
Recovery time
The recovery time after Laser Surgery is much faster and the risk of problems or complications significantly lower in comparison with a standard general anaesthetic surgical procedure.
You should feel more or less back to normal within 2-4 weeks and can resume sexual intercourse and exercise after 6 weeks. A moderate degree of pain and swelling normally lasts for the first week and is significantly reduced before the end of the first week.
Here is what can you expect following the Laser Surgical procedure:
Surgical Laser Labiaplasty
- Some pain, discomfort & swelling for up to 6 weeks
- Initially pain on passing urine (rarely)
- Bruising for up to 1 week
- Sutures (dissolvable)
- Not uncommonly wounds oozing fluid
- Restricted activities for up to 6 weeks
- Slight risk of infection and wound opening
- Some itching and irritation from stitches
- Abstinence from sexual intercourse for 6 weeks
- Time off work needed (depends on each individual)
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Contraindications
Contraindictions (i.e. where the CO2RE Intima surgical laser is unadvisable) are pregnancy, active inflammation of the vagina and vulva, infection, skin diseases of this area and cancer, where a much more extensive consultation is required for all surgical treatments. To adhere to all elective surgical procedure guidelines a time delay of more than two weeks must be allotted between consultation and surgical procedure.
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Labiaplasty
We are one of few UK clinics operating the advanced CO2RE Intima Laser Medical Laser, allowing our expert clinical team to perform labial reductions and reshaping with great precision and under local anaesthetic.
Our delicate laser can remove excess skin around the labia majora, reshape protruding or asymmetrical labia minora, and remove discoloured areas.
Intima for Vaginal Health
We use the revolutionary CO2RE Intima laser to treat painful vulva and vaginal opening or vulvodynia, a common condition around the perimenopause or menopause. Using a single-use hygienic wand on the vulva tissue, CO2RE is proven to reduce pain, with almost 70% of patients reporting a significant improvement.
We also treat itchy vulva, episiotomy scars and vulval and groin lesions using the CO2RE Intima laser combined with a local anaesthetic.
Urinary Issues
Urinary Incontinence is a physical issue that affects millions of women worldwide, with effects which can include worries about getting to the toilet in time, wearing incontinence garments every day, limiting fluid intake and interrupted sleep.
However, these issues can be a thing of the past with the revolutionary new treatment, Urolon. This clinic-based treatment is quick, painless and a very long-lasting solution to any woman’s incontinence issues.
Skin Treatments
We offer a wide range of skin anti-aging treatments to rejuvenate your appearance alongside skin tag removal and specialist fractional laser resurfacing to eliminate the signs of aging (such as lines, wrinkles, volume loss, aging neck), and stretchmarks and treat acne scarring, sun damage and conditions like Seborrheic hyperplasia (enlarged sebaceous glands). We are one of few clinics in the UK operating the advanced and effective CO2RE Intima system for fractional laser skin resurfacing.
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