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FAQ's
In the following section we will address some of the
most frequently asked questions The Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Center
of The Desert receives either by E-mail or patient/physician telephone
conversations. We also offer and encourage you to have a complimentary
telephone conversation with our laser surgeon to address your issues
and discuss our procedures. You can arrange a telephone conversation
by scheduling one with our receptionist by calling (760) 346-4299
or you can make a request via E-mail. Simply provide your telephone
number and the best time to contact you. Our policy is to return
your call or E-mail the day it is received. We also have an exceptional
self help group of women who have had surgical procedures with our
center who would be more than happy to share there experience with
you. Our receptionist can arrange this upon request. We are continuously
updating our web site in order to provide you with a comprehensive
and user friendly site that educates, describes, and explains our
patient services. Our goal is to provide women with knowledge, choice,
and alternatives.
- Q: I am interested in having the procedure, can you explain
more about it.
- A: Because we offer numerous services it is hard to respond
to a general question such as this. We have made every attempt
to have a comprehensive, descriptive site with visual aids to assist
you in identifying and determining your concerns and interest.
- Q: I have had a child or a number of children and since,
things just aren't the same vaginally. My vagina isn't like it
was before I had children. Sex just isn't as gratifying as before.
For me, having children resulted in vaginal enlargement, with loose,
weak, vaginal muscles. My vaginal muscle tone is poor and the support
outside the vagina at the bottom is poor also. I performed Kegals
until I was blue in the face and they didn't help me at all. I
didn't know about this procedure. But I am happy to know that something
can be done. Please explain to me how Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® can
correct my problems and enhance sexual gratification.
- A: Many women have your exact same problem, share your
self conscious concerns, and desire to enhance sexual gratification.
Women are very concerned about their sexual health, sexual gratification,
and procedures to enhance sexual gratification.
Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® for the enhancement of sexual gratification
is a modification of a standard gynecologic surgical procedure. The
laser is used to perform, precise, aesthetic surgical incisions.
The techniques that we have developed result in a relatively bloodless
procedure performed on an outpatient basis. In brief we will tighten
the vaginal muscles and support tissues, as well as reduce redundant
vaginal mucosa (relaxed vaginal lining). The procedure will enhance
vaginal muscle, tone, strength, and control. It will effectively
decrease the internal and outer (introitus) vaginal diameters, as
well as build up the perineal body (the area immediately outside
the vaginal and above the anus. According to Masters and Johnson,
sexual gratification for the female is directly related to the amount
of frictional forces generated. We can accomplish this. The procedure
can also provide an aesthetic enhancement of the external vaginal
structures, resulting in a more youthful look. As with all of our
surgical procedures you are an integral part of the team and we listen
to you and abide by your wishes. In this procedure the woman determines
how tight she wants to be. In our survey: Guess what 100% of the
women said!
- Q: I have had several children. I have vaginal relaxation
and I also lose urine when I laugh, cough, sneeze, or exercise.
This problem has really impacted on my life, it is socially embarrassing
and hygienically unacceptable. Can I correct my urinary problem
and enhance sexual gratification all at once?
- A: Your urinary problem is called stress urinary incontinence.
It is caused by the vaginal relaxation of the top part of the vaginal
wall. Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® can correct your problem
with stress urinary incontinence and enhance sexual gratification
all at the same time.
- Q: How long does Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® take?
- A: The surgical time depends on the extent of the procedure.
In general the procedure takes about one hour.
- Q: Where is the procedure performed?
- A: All procedures are performed at our state of the art
5,000 square foot surgical center which is State Licensed.
- Q: I have vaginal relaxation of the bottom floor of the
vaginal and the perineal body. Can I have laser vaginal rejuvenation?
- A: In this case we only need to repair the lower floor
of the vagina and the perineal body (area immediately outside of
the vagina). Usually in this case vaginal relaxation is less extensive.
Laser vaginal rejuvenation will also enhance sexual gratification.
- Q: I haven't had any children but I have some vaginal
relaxation and I would like to enhance vaginal muscle tone and
strength as well as decrease the vaginal diameter. Can I have the
procedure?
- A: Depending on your circumstances you can be a candidate
for the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation®. Such procedures primarily
involve the bottom part of the vagina and the perineal body.
- Q: What types of anesthesia are available?
- A: You can be provided with your choice of anesthesia
by our anesthesiologist. (local, nerve block, epidural, spinal,
IV sedation, general). Some types of anesthesia are procedure dependent.
- Q: When can I resume sex after laser vaginal rejuvenation?
- A: We ask that you abstain from sexual intercourse for
6 weeks. Oral sex may be resumed much earlier.
- Q: When can I return to work after laser vaginal rejuvenation?
- A: In general returning to work is dependent on the type
of work you do. Most patients can return within 5 to 7 days.
- Q: I am from out of town. How long do I have to remain
in the area after laser vaginal rejuvenation?
- A: You can return home in 4 days.
- Q: How much discomfort will I have after laser vaginal
rejuvenation?
- A: With our technique of submucosal tumescence, pudendal
block with long acting local anesthetic, you will be pain free
for the first 18 to 24 hours. After this, patients report mild
to moderate discomfort which can be controlled by analgesics and
cold packs to the area.
- Q: How much does Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® cost?
- A: Fees are all inclusive of the surgical center, anesthesiologist,
surgical assistant, surgeon, and follow-up. The initial consult
is complimentary. The fees depend on the type of the procedure
and the extent. A fee range can be provided once we know your particular
needs.
- Q: What are the surgical risks for laser vaginal rejuvenation?
- A: Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® is a safe procedure
with low risk. To put the risk in perspective, pregnancy is associated
with far more risk than any of these procedures. Like any surgery
the risks are hemorrhage and infection. These are less than 1%.
If one requires work on both the upper and lower vagina then there
is risk of injury to the bladder and the rectum. This is exceptionally
rare and in many years of our surgical experience we have not encountered
any of these complications. With any surgery one can encounter
scarring. Over correction can potentially result in painful sex.
Although rare there are anesthetic risks also depending on the
type of anesthesia.
- Q: Can Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® be combined with
designer laser vaginoplasty?
- A: Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® can be combined with
designer laser vaginoplasty such as laser reduction labioplasty.
- Q: Can Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® or designer laser
vaginoplasty be combined with other cosmetic surgical procedures?
- A: Yes, our team of board certified genitourinary and
plastic and reconstructive surgeons can combine Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® or
designer laser vaginoplasty with most cosmetic surgical procedures
such as breast, nose, eye, or tummy tuck surgery.
- Q: My inner vaginal lips (labia minora) are too long.
Can I have them reduced?
- A: The labia minora can be aesthetically sculptured to
your specifications with laser reduction labioplasty.
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