Lots of girls contact me online about labiaplasty surgery and each week I answer questions about the procedure on online forums such as Real Self.
So many times I hear “This is embarrasing”. Don’t be! There is no “normal” when it comes to vaginas – they come in all shapes and sizes.
Labiaplasty isn’t Embarrassing!
The ideal candidate for labiaplasty surgery is someone who is unhappy with the appearance of their vagina or who experiences discomfort during normal activities due to the shape and size of their vagina.
The most common complaint I hear is that women don’t like the appearance of large, protruding labia minor. This can be uncomfortable and lead to discomfort when exercising or during sex.
Labiaplasty can address these annoying symptoms be “trimming” the labia minor. The innder edge of the labia hides the sutures. The sutures are dissolvable. The procedure takes around an hour and it can sometimes be performed in my office based operating suite. Naturally the area is very sensitive so its not surprisingly that you will experience some discomfort after surgery. Resting, ice packs and pain relief help manage discomfort.
After the healing phase, women are happy with their results and feel more comfortable and confident. The procedure may attract a Medicare and private health fund rebate so a referral from your GP is essential if you wish to claim rebates. Call Deana on 1800 180 777 if you would like to chat about this procedure or Contact Us today, and don’t be embarrassed!
Meet Our Plastic Surgeon
"The best choice a patient
can make is one that leads
to their own happiness"
MBBS, BSc(Med), FRACS
(AHPRA MED 0001073756)
Dr. Robert Drielsma
MBBS (Hons), BSc(Med), FRACS (AHPRA MED 0001073756)
Dr Drielsma is an Australian trained fully qualified Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon specialising in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts and body.
His medical degree, (M.B.B.S Hons) was completed with honours at the University of Sydney in 1982. During this time he also completed a Bachelor of Science degree. Dr Drielsma then completed specialist training in both general surgery and plastic surgery in Sydney attaining fellowship of the Royal Australian College of of Surgery (FRACS) in both disciplines. Further training and experience was then attained internationally in London, England and Toronto Canada.
Dr Drielsma commenced his private practice in Canberra and Sydney Australia in 1997. His practice is now based in Bondi Junction, Sydney and incorporates Camden in Sydney’s west, Wagga Wagga and Canberra.
Dr Drielsma is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS), member of the Australasian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and member of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS). Dr Drielsma is also board Certified by the Australian and New Zealand Board of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery.
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