Vaginal Rejuvenation

Vaginal Rejuvenation

It’s a sensitive subject that you don’t really want to talk about, but you know that vaginal issues are negatively affecting your life. No matter what you do on your own to try to find relief, you can’t seem to shake the unpleasant sensations that you have been experiencing in your intimate area. It’s important to keep in mind that there’s nothing to be embarrassed about. Vaginal issues are far more common than you may have thought, and there are solutions available. Consider vaginal rejuvenation to turn your situation around.

At Northstate Plastic Surgery in Chico, CA, has helped countless women improve their sexual health and overall quality of life through rejuvenation. It all starts with having an open and honest conversation, during which she maintains an unmatched level of compassion and professionalism. If you are ready to explore your options regarding vaginal rejuvenation, contact us today to set up a consultation!

Women and Vaginal Issues

You should be aware that more and more women are starting to get real about their vaginal problems. There are so many factors that can lead to issues in this sensitive area, and it’s nice to know that you are not alone in your struggles. Changes after childbirth or menopause, as well as the natural aging process, can bring about various unpleasant sensations, including:

• Urinary incontinence
• Laxity
• Problems with sexual satisfaction
• Air chafing

The good news is vaginal rejuvenation with Northstate Plastic Surgery could turn your situation around.

What Is Vaginal Rejuvenation?

Vaginal rejuvenation is a broad term for treatments that restore firmness and comfort to vaginal tissues that have stretched or weakened. Some approaches are surgical, while others are nonsurgical and promote tightening and healing through energy devices. The right choice depends on your symptoms and their extent, as well as what you hope to change.

Vaginal childbirth directly affects the tissue by stretching it, while hormone changes that come with menopause and the aging process gradually reduce the collagen that kept the area firm and responsive before. Vaginal laxity and other issues like pain with intercourse and reduced sensation can also occur with the changes brought on by childbirth and menopause. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Keven D. Myers will review your history and goals before recommending any specific treatment or surgery.

What Can Vaginal Rejuvenation Do for You?

Vaginal rejuvenation is oftentimes referred to as female genital plastic surgery, aesthetic vaginal surgery, or labiaplasty. The exact details of each procedure vary, but the procedure may involve tightening the vagina and/or reshaping certain structures in order to improve both aesthetics and functionality. This is a great option for many women after childbirth, massive weight loss, aging, or injury to the sensitive structures of the vagina. Results vary from patient to patient, but most women enjoy improved sexual health after viveve vaginal rejuvenation.

Surgical Vaginal Rejuvenation

What Types of Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery Are Available? 

• Vaginoplasty: This surgery tightens the vaginal canal by bringing together the stretched muscles and repairing the tissue at the back of the canal. It restores firmness lost after vaginal childbirth. 
• Labiaplasty: Labiaplasty is not a surgery of the vaginal canal, but rather the outer tissue called the labia. The inner and outer labia are the folds of skin around the vaginal opening. A larger size is normal but may cause irritation during exercise or discomfort during intercourse. 
• Clitoral Hood Reduction: This surgery trims the extra skin covering the clitoris and is often combined with labiaplasty to make the surrounding tissue look more even. 
• Monsplasty: Monsplasty removes excess fat and loose skin from the mound of tissue above the pubic bone to flatten excess volume that can remain after pregnancy or major weight loss. 

The Benefits of Surgical Vaginal Rejuvenation

Surgery directly changes the structure of the tissue, so the tightening and reshaping are visible right away and last longer than the results of nonsurgical treatments, with greater changes for laxity and excess skin. A single operation can improve how the area functions and how it looks. Another benefit is the high satisfaction rate of these procedures. A review of 46 studies encompassing results from more than 3,800 women found a satisfaction rate of 99 percent after labiaplasty. 

How to Prepare for Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery

Before your surgery, Dr. Myers reviews all of your medications and your health history and may ask you to pause blood thinners beforehand. You will also stop all nicotine products to improve healing after surgery. Be sure to arrange a ride home and set aside recovery time based on the procedures in your plan.  

What to Expect During Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery

Most vaginal rejuvenation surgery is performed on an outpatient basis under general or local anesthesia. You will be able to return home the same day. Vaginal rejuvenation procedures take one to two hours, but this varies based on how many areas are treated. Incisions are closed with dissolvable stitches in most cases, so you don’t have to come back for removal. 

Recovering From Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery

Swelling and soreness are normal and expected during the first week or two. They can be managed with prescribed medication and cold compresses. You will need to take about a week away from work and wait about six weeks before returning to sexual activity or your normal exercise routine. 

Nonsurgical Vaginal Rejuvenation

What Is Geneveve by Viveve?

At Northstate Plastic Surgery, the nonsurgical vagina rejuvenation treatment we offer is Geneveve, made by the medical device company Viveve. Geneveve uses radiofrequency energy to firm and rebuild tissue near the vaginal opening. No incisions or anesthesia are needed. The treatment is a single visit that takes about 30 minutes in our office in Chico. 

Geneveve protects your tissue while it works. It cools the surface with pulses of cryogen while it heats the tissue deep down. The sensitive outer lining stays comfortable and protected while the energy reaches the layers that need rebuilding. Geneveve is made for women with vaginal laxity and loss of sensation, plus the dryness or mild urinary leakage that often come with it. Geneveve does not affect your ability to have children or surgery later.   

How Does Geneveve Work? 

Cryogen-cooled monopolar radiofrequency is the basis behind the results. During the treatment, a small wand about the size of a thumb is placed just inside the vaginal opening and slowly rotated around it. The wand sends radiofrequency energy into the tissue while releasing bursts of coolant. The heat reaches roughly three to five millimeters below the surface, where the supportive collagen and muscle are. 

When the tissue is warmed to the right temperature, your body takes it as a signal to repair. Over the following weeks, it produces fresh collagen and renews the existing collagen, which thickens and tightens the area from the inside. This is your own tissue rebuilding. In the VIVEVE I trial, researchers saw measured improvements in tissue laxity and sexual function after just one session, with reported side effects being mild. 

Benefits of Geneveve Vaginal Rejuvenation

The biggest appeal of Geneveve is the results that it offers without the recovery of surgery. The improvements come gradually and feel natural as it works alongside your body. Some benefits of choosing Geneveve at Northstate Plastic Surgery include: 

• A firmer, tighter feeling in the vaginal canal and opening
• Better sensation and satisfaction during sexual activity
• More natural lubrication and less dryness
• Reduced dribbling of urine during coughing, sneezing or exercise
• No incisions, no scarring and no general anesthesia
• A single 30-minute appointment rather than a series of visits
• Little to no downtime, so you can return to work the same day

Geneveve is a good option for women who want changes but aren’t able to step away from work or family for a surgical recovery.

Who is a Good Candidate for Vaginal Rejuvenation?

Just like any elective procedure, the best candidates for vaginal rejuvenation surgery are healthy overall and are looking for a real solution to their issues. Good candidates also have realistic expectations regarding the procedure, the recovery, and the results. The best way to determine your candidacy for vaginal rejuvenation is to come in for a consultation at Northstate Plastic Surgery in Chico, CA. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and get started. We look forward to hearing from you!

Surgical Vaginal Rejuvenation Results

Surgical results are visible once the swelling settles and the shape of the tissues becomes more defined, a process that takes several weeks. The results of this reshaping can last for years, though normal aging will continue afterward. Dr. Myers will explain what your specific combination of procedures can achieve based on your situation during your consultation. 

Nonsurgical Vaginal Rejuvenation Results

With nonsurgical rejuvenation, you can resume most daily activities right away. Dr. Myers generally advises waiting a couple of days before starting sexual activities or using tampons again to give the treated tissue time to settle and heal.

For urinary leakage, a twelve-month study of radiofrequency treatments showed improvements that lasted for a full year after a single session. Many women maintain their results for a year or longer, and repeat treatments can be an option for refreshing the effect if it fades. You will go through all of these expectations with Dr. Myers during your consultation so you understand the timeline.

Geneveve vs. Surgical Vaginal Rejuvenation

Surgery requires anesthesia, incisions, stitches and a recovery period of several weeks, but it is sometimes the better option for those with more severe complaints. Geneveve has more gradual and subtle results and is better suited to those with mild to moderate laxity and no major structural concerns. This treatment does not reshape the labia. The right option will depend most on your goals and anatomy, along with the amount of recovery you can accommodate.  Dr. Myers performs both surgical procedures and nonsurgical vaginal rejuvenation. 

Safety and Side Effects of Vaginal Rejuvenation

Surgical vaginal rejuvenation carries the general risks that come with any operation, mainly bleeding and infection, both of which are uncommon in healthy women. Being treated by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Myers lowers these risks because of the training required to work with the delicate structures in this area.

Geneveve has a good safety record in clinical use because of the cooling technology. The side effects of this treatment are mild and short-lived, the most common of which are temporary redness, mild swelling, light discharge and a brief tingling sensation. Serious complications are rare.

Vaginal Rejuvenation After Childbirth

Childbirth is one of the most common reasons women in Chico consider vaginal rejuvenation. Delivery stretches the tissue and can leave lasting laxity, reduced sensation or mild leakage that doesn’t fully resolve on its own. Many new mothers want to know when it’s safe to move forward. We generally recommend waiting until you have fully healed from delivery and, if you’re breastfeeding, until your hormones have settled, since these changes can affect your results. For some women, vaginal rejuvenation pairs well with other procedures as part of a broader postpartum plan. Dr. Myers will help you find the right timing during your consultation.

Understanding Stress Urinary Incontinence

Stress urinary incontinence is the leaking of urine that happens when you cough, sneeze, laugh or exercise. It occurs when the tissue and muscle that support the bladder weaken, often after childbirth or with age. It’s incredibly common, and it’s nothing to feel embarrassed about. Many women notice fewer of these leaks after treatment. If stress incontinence is affecting your confidence or daily life, it’s worth discussing whether this procedure can help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Vaginal Rejuvenation

Does the Geneveve treatment hurt?

Most women describe the Geneveve session as warm with a light vibrating sensation that is not painful because the surface is cooled while the energy works. No numbing medication is needed, and you can drive yourself home right after the 30-minute appointment.

Will insurance cover vaginal rejuvenation?

Vaginal rejuvenation is considered elective, so insurance generally does not cover it. Our office goes over the full cost with you before you commit and can talk through payment options during your consultation.

How is vaginal rejuvenation different from Kegel exercises?

Kegel exercises strengthen the pelvic floor muscles but cannot rebuild the collagen in the vaginal wall or reshape tissue that has stretched. Geneveve and surgery work on the tissue itself, which is why they help women who have not seen enough change from exercises alone.

Is there an age requirement for vaginal rejuvenation?

There is no strict age limit for vaginal rejuvenation. Candidacy depends on your overall health and goals, and Dr. Myers confirms whether the timing is right during your evaluation.

Why Choose Northstate Plastic Surgery?

Northstate Plastic Surgery is led by Dr. Kevin D. Myers, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has cared for patients in the Chico community for years, providing breast, body and reconstructive procedures.

Our practice is compassionate and professional, and we always listen to our patients before moving forward with a treatment. We handle every consultation with privacy in a judgment-free environment to make difficult conversations easy.

Schedule Your Consultation in Chico, CA

The only way to know whether Geneveve is right for you is a personal evaluation. During your consultation at Northstate Plastic Surgery in Chico, Dr. Myers reviews your symptoms, examines the area and explains which treatment path suits your goals. You will get clear and direct answers about results and cost before deciding anything. To book your appointment, call our office at 530-345-5900 or reach us through our contact page.

For more information, feel free to visit the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.