What is Vaginoplasty?

Vaginal tightening surgeries are known as “vaginoplasty” in the medical world. Vaginoplasty surgeries are not as commonly chosen as labiaplasty surgeries, which are performed for genital aesthetic purposes.

Why is Vaginoplasty Done?

Vaginoplasty is mostly performed to increase sexual pleasure by narrowing stretched and insensitive vaginas. It provides both aesthetic and functional benefits. It is also performed to create a vaginal canal for people who do not have a vagina in order to be able to experience sexual intercourse.

Why does the vagina widen?

The vagina may widen due to aging, vaginal childbirth, pregnancy, and other factors that cause the ligaments and muscle tissue to weaken. Vaginal childbirth is the most common reason for vaginoplasty. In particular, difficult childbirth can cause permanent widening of the vagina.
Although vaginal widening is often caused by childbirth, some women may be genetically prone to vaginal widening, even if they have never given birth or even been pregnant.

How is Vaginoplasty Performed?

Vaginoplasty is a reconstructive (rebuilding) surgery, rather than an aesthetic surgery, and is performed in hospitals or clinical settings under appropriate conditions. The aim is to restore vaginal tightness and narrowing. It usually takes 1-1.5 hours.

How much can the vagina be narrowed with Vaginoplasty?

n patients with excessive vaginal widening, narrowing can be performed to enclose the penis in an ideal shape. While the length of the vagina does not decrease during vaginoplasty, the canal is completely narrowed. The entrance of the vagina is measured with a finger before vaginoplasty. The entry of 1 and 2 fingers is normal, the entry of 3 fingers is moderate, and the entry of 4 or more fingers indicates advanced widening.

In general, the aim of vaginoplasty is to bring the width to a range of 1-2 finger levels.

How Does Vaginal Tightening Affect Sexual Pleasure?

Sexuality is one of the important basic needs in life. Studies have shown that vaginoplasty surgeries increase sexual pleasure and satisfaction in patients who have undergone the procedure. In addition to increasing the pleasure of sexual intercourse, vaginoplasty also provides benefits such as increasing the sensitivity of the vagina, tightening the muscles, and improving urinary incontinence.

How is the Social Life After Vaginoplasty?

You can return to social life 3-4 days after the vaginoplasty operation. It is recommended to avoid heavy sports for 1 month and sexual intercourse for 1.5 months. It is important to take the prescribed medications regularly after the operation and to make the dressings regularly.