Created: 16/11/2020
Edited: 05/07/2023
Written by: Aoife Maguire
What is aesthetic gynaecology?
Aesthetic gynaecology is quite a new branch of medicine that allows women to alter their intimate body parts, whether it is for sexual function or appearance. Procedures may be surgical or non-surgical.
Why might someone have an aesthetic gynaecological procedure?
A woman may want to rejuvenate their body and reproductive system to improve appearance and their sex lives, due to various causes. These can include:
- Age
- Genetics
- Childbirth
- Chronic pelvic conditions
What procedures come under the aesthetic gynaecology umbrella?
There are various aesthetic gynaecology procedures, which include:
- Labiaplasty
- Perineum and pelvic floor repair
- Vaginal rejuvenation
- Vaginal tightening (Vaginoplasty)
There is a new minimally-invasive treatments available like FemiLift that can be performed in an outpatient setting for various conditions such as:
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI)
- Vaginal tightening
- Post menopause indications
- Post delivery rehabilitation
- Vaginal dryness
- Recurring infections
Which specialists perform aesthetic gynecological procedures?
Both obstetric and gynaecology, and cosmetic surgeons with a gynaecological specialty are specialists that can perform aesthetic gynaecological procedures.