Surgical vaginal rejuvenation, also known as vaginal tightening, is a surgical procedure specifically designed to reconstruct and enhance the firmness of the vaginal canal. This surgery brings separated vaginal muscles together in layers with strong stiches and removes any extra vaginal tissue ultimately leading to a tighter vaginal canal.
The most common reason for vaginal tightening surgery is to reverse the widening of the vaginal canal, often resulting from childbirth or the natural aging process. This widening can lead to various issues, including challenges with tampon retention, discomfort during sexual intercourse, urinary incontinence (leakage), unexpected noises during intercourse, and difficulties with bowel movements.
Vaginal tightening surgery, often referred to in medical terms as Anterior/Posterior Colporrhaphy, is a surgical procedure aimed at tightening the vaginal canal’s muscles. It is typically conducted in an outpatient facility with the patient under general anesthesia. Once anesthetized, our surgeons make incisions within your vaginal area and its surrounding tissues and muscles. The exact location of these incisions depends on the specific type of surgery being performed. Afterward, the incisions are closed using dissolvable stitches.
Following vaginal tightening surgery, the recovery period is usually two weeks before you can return to most activities. The timeframe for the resumption of sexual intercourse, use of tampons, vigorous exercise, use of bathtubs/swimming pools varies depending on the healing process, typically six to eight weeks after surgery.
You may also be interested in vaginal rejuvenation, a non-surgical procedure for vaginal tightening.
The ideal candidate for vaginal tightening surgery, or A/P colporrhaphy, is a woman who is not currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant. This is because childbirth has the potential to undo the surgical alterations by stretching the vaginal muscles.
Have you previously undergone a vaginal tightening procedure, such as A/P colporrhaphy, by a different surgeon, but found that it didn’t yield lasting results? There can be various reasons for the ineffectiveness of your previous vaginal tightening surgery. If you’re considering a second procedure because the first one may have been incomplete, it’s possible that your initial vaginal tightening addressed only the external aspects of your vagina (addressing the symptoms) without targeting the root causes of your concerns, which pertain to the internal vaginal canal.
A comprehensive vaginal tightening surgery should encompass not only the external vaginal opening but also the entire internal vaginal canal. Our surgeons at Advanced Women’s Health and Surgery perform vaginal tightening that addresses both the internal and external structures simultaneously, resulting in enhanced comfort and pleasure.
Before undergoing vaginal tightening surgery, there are several preparatory steps to consider. To confirm if you are a good candidate for this procedure, it is advisable to arrange a consultation to assess the condition of your vaginal and pelvic floor muscles to determine whether surgical vaginal tightening is necessary. In some cases, you might be better suited for a vaginal rejuvenation procedure.
If you are experiencing a sensation of reduced vaginal tightness and diminished pleasure during intercourse, vaginal tightening surgery could be beneficial for you. To assess if you’re a candidate for vaginal tightening in Cleveland, we recommend scheduling a consultation with one of our skilled gynecologists for a comprehensive assessment at our conveniently located offices in Westlake, Beachwood or Middlefield
When a woman receives a vaginoplasty in Cleveland, she opens herself up to a world of potentially greater sexual satisfaction as well as other significant benefits. While many women decide to go through with this procedure due to the effects of childbirth, women who have not given birth may decide to receive this surgery as well. If you are interested in receiving vaginal canal surgery, reach out to our Ob/Gyn and make an appointment at one of our offices in Beachwood, Westlake, or Middlefield.