Labiaplasty & Vaginal Rejuvenation Blog

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Recently moved to Austin?

Austin was named one of the fastest growing cities in 2015 by Forbes Magazine, with a projected population growth rate of 2.51%. With this influx of people moving to Austin for the universities, versatile jobs and our great culture, there […]

04/22/2015 | Read More...

 

What is Labia Majora Reduction?

The labia majora is the outer portion of the vagina as seen below. The labia majora is made of skin covering fat and blood vessels. Reduction of the labia majora can be done for different reasons. Some women may notice […]

03/17/2015 | Read More...

 

Superficial Skin Separation Following Labiaplasty

The labiaplasty procedure is done to remove excess labial tissue. Dissolvable sutures are used to close the edges of the labia after labial reduction is performed. Patients are advised vaginal rest (avoiding intercourse) for a few weeks following surgery to […]

01/16/2015 | Read More...

 

Traveling to Austin for Labiaplasty: Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi

In addition to providing labiaplasty services to women in Austin and its surrounding suburbs, we see many patients who come from out of town for their procedure. It is common for women to travel from cities around Texas and even […]

12/23/2014 | Read More...

 

Clitoral Sensation after Clitoral Hood Reduction

When the labia minora tissue is enlarged (check out our recent blogs about vagina shape and “innie vs outie vaginas“), it is very common to also have enlargement of the clitoral hood or clitoral prepuce. The clitoral hood is the […]

12/23/2014 | Read More...

 

Suture Used in Labiaplasty

Labiaplasty surgery is done to remove excess or hypertrophic labial tissue. At Austin Labiaplasty and Vaginal Rejuvenation, the excess labial tissue is removed by electrocauterization, often as an in office procedure. With electrocauterization, a small bladeless instrument is used to […]

12/08/2014 | Read More...

 

What are anal skin tags? Can I have anal skin tags removed during my labiaplasty?

Can anal skin tags be removed at the time of labiaplasty? Anal skin tags are non-painful growths of skin near the anus. Some patients with anal skin tags complain that the skin tags are a nuisance when cleaning the area. […]

10/06/2014 | Read More...

 

What is a Physician Assistant (PA)?

Physician assistants are trained in schools of medicine and provide medical care in collaboration with a supervising physician.  Their role in a medical practice varies from practice to practice based on the needs of that practice. For more information regarding […]

05/19/2014 | Read More...

 

When do Patients with Enlarged Labia Seek Treatment?

Enlarged labia can be symptomatic as early as the pubertal years and as late as the menopausal years. Common complaints include discomfort with tight clothing, bathing suits, intercourse or during exercise. Patients usually seek treatment once symptoms become so bothersome […]

04/21/2014 | Read More...

 

Why blog about your ALVR experience?

A blog is simply an informal post or journal written by an individual and posted on the internet. At Austin Labiaplasty and Vaginal Rejuvenation, we ask all of our patients to take a few minutes to blog or review their […]

04/09/2014 | Read More...

 

Is Labia Minora Reduction A Vaginal Surgery?

While this may seem like a trick question, it is a common question for women researching vaginal reconstructive options. Labiaplasty (also referred to as “barbie vagina” or an “innie vagina“) typically refers to reduction of the labia minora, which are actually […]

01/22/2014 | Read More...

 

When is Vaginal Rejuvenation indicated?

Vaginal Rejuvenation is indicated in patients with an increased caliber (diameter) of the vaginal canal with no evidence of prolapse.  Symptoms of increased vaginal caliber may include decreased sensation during intercourse or a sense of vaginal “looseness.” Perineorrhaphy (reconstruction of the perineal body) is […]

01/10/2014 | Read More...

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