Vaginal tightening
Reshaping (Vaginoplasty)
Your vaginal muscles may have lost tone as part of the ageing process, which can cause
embarrassment and discomfort. The loss of sensitivity can affect sexual satisfaction for both yourself
and your partner
During natural childbirth the vaginal muscles expand to form the birth canal for your baby. After
several children, or sometimes after having a large baby or a difficult delivery, your vaginal muscles
can be left loose and weak and surrounding tissues stretched and torn. Even after exercise, the
condition of your vaginal muscles and pelvic floor may not improve.
What is ‘Vaginoplasty’?
This is a surgical procedure which improves the way your vagina looks, feels and functions . It is
relatively straight forward, yet it can have dramatic results in restoring a woman’s confidence and
self-esteem.
Vaginoplasty can be performed with other procedures such as a labiaplasty (surgery conducted on
the inner or outer lips of the vagina).
What the procedure involves?
The procedure takes around an hour and is performed under general anaesthetic.
It is a routine gynaecological procedure in which your surgeon will take the stretched muscle at the
back of the vagina and will join this together. Any unwanted skin is trimmed. This joining will tighten
and tone these muscles and soft tissues as well as reducing any excess lining of the vagina. Any
scarring will be inside the vagina.
Recovery
You will be sore and possibly a little swollen after surgery. After surgery, you are usually able to walk
comfortably within a few days and may return to sexual activities within 4-6 weeks. You will need
follow-up checks to ensure that everything is healing properly.
Recovery is quite quick a week after surgery you should be able to return to work. The final result
will be seen in around 5-6 weeks following your surgery