Vaginal Rejuvenation: Treatment, Purpose & Procedures

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“Vaginal rejuvenation” is a broad term for procedures that address the look or feel of your vagina. Be sure to talk to a trusted healthcare provider before getting one of these procedures. They may not fix the underlying cause of your concern. And they carry certain risks.

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“Vaginal rejuvenation” is a broad term for cosmetic procedures that involve your vulva and/or vagina. They can be surgical or nonsurgical.

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Vaginal rejuvenation addresses the look or feel of your genitalia. It isn’t a way to fix an underlying cause of medical problems, like those related to birth injuries or pelvic floor issues.

It’s important to talk to a trusted medical professional before getting procedures that claim to fix your vagina. They can help you understand the risks and the other options you have.

Keep in mind that there’s no one way a vagina or vulva can look “normal” — each one is different.

Vaginal rejuvenation often claims to tighten your vagina. But it helps to understand how your vagina works.

Your vagina is designed to stretch when needed and then return to its usual size. It’s true that your vagina may change over time due to childbirth, aging and menopause. But if your vagina feels loose, it’s usually because of weak pelvic floor muscles — not the vagina itself. These muscles support your vagina and nearby organs.

Some vaginal rejuvenation procedures aim to make your vaginal walls feel firmer by boosting collagen. But they don’t fix the root cause if weak muscles are the issue.

Vaginal looseness (laxity) may also be an early symptom of pelvic organ prolapse. This is when one of your pelvic organs falls out of place. Prolapse needs medical care.

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Vaginal rejuvenation procedures can be surgical or nonsurgical.

A gynecologic or plastic surgeon does these surgeries. They usually require anesthesia. Common types include:

• Labiaplasty: Reshapes your labia or the “lips” of your vagina
• Vaginoplasty: Tightens or loosens your vaginal canal
• Clitoral hood reduction: Removes extra tissue that covers your clitoris
• Monsplasty: Removes hanging or fatty tissue from your pubic bone area
• Perineoplasty: Strengthens the area between your vagina and anus

Nonsurgical options don’t require cuts or stitches. Types include:

• CO2 laser: The laser heats the upper layers of the tissue in your vagina, causing the tissue in the lower layers to make more collagen. This may make your skin firmer and tighter.
• RF (radio frequency): RF waves heat the vaginal tissue, encouraging blood flow and collagen production.
• The Orgasm Shot® (O-Shot®): This is an experimental type of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection. It involves taking PRP from your own blood. A provider then injects it into your clitoris and vagina. It claims to enhance orgasms.

Results vary from person to person. Vaginal rejuvenation procedures claim to offer benefits like:

• Improving the tightness of your vagina
• Helping with incontinence (leaking pee)
• Increasing lubrication and moisture
• Increasing vaginal sensitivity
• Making intercourse less painful
• Enhancing the appearance of your vulva
• Enhancing orgasms

Some vaginal rejuvenation procedures are questionable and lack scientific proof. It’s also important to know that medical treatments can help with many of these issues. For example, estrogen-based prescription medications can help with vaginal dryness.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) warns that “vaginal rejuvenation” is a marketing term, not a medical term. The ACOG recommends you talk with a gynecologist first. Understanding the risks and complications before you get one of these procedures is key.

It depends. Laser and RF treatments often need repeat sessions. The results aren’t permanent. Surgical procedures may last longer. But there’s no guarantee that the results will last forever.

Not all vaginal rejuvenation procedures have been proven safe or effective. There are several risks associated with them, like:

• Pain
• Bleeding
• Infection
• Scarring or adhesions
• Painful sex
• Numbness or unusual sensations
• Needing another procedure

Vaginal rejuvenation might seem like a quick fix, but it may not solve the issue you’re dealing with. Be honest with your provider about what’s bothering you — whether it’s physical or emotional. These topics can feel awkward, but your provider is there to support you, not judge you. You deserve care that’s safe and effective.

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