Why You Should Choose a Specialist for your Labiaplasty

Female wellness has become increasingly more open, and stigmas of the past are slowly dissipating. This is a fantastic step forward in public perception of women’s rights for their bodies, including their right to enhance or alter their bodies for better comfort and self-confidence.

One of the most popular female wellness procedures is labiaplasty, which reduces the size and protrusion and creates symmetry of the labia minora (inner lips). As this procedure becomes more popular, however, many physicians not well versed in its nuances are performing it, much to the detriment of their patients. Below, we will discuss why it’s crucial to research and choose a labiaplasty specialist for your results and peace of mind.

What Is Labiaplasty?

Labiaplasty is a cosmetic surgery that aims to create symmetry or increase the aesthetic of a woman’s labia minora. Many women are unhappy with the size or shape of their labia. This can be a congenital issue (something they’ve had since birth), or the labia can change due to childbirth, hormonal changes, weight fluctuations, or age.

Why is this a problem? Well, for some women, enlarged labia minora can cause physical discomfort during exercise, sexual intercourse, or simply in their day-to-day activities. It can make it difficult for women to wear certain clothing, as the labia may create an unsightly bulge or become uncomfortable.. Or, some women may feel so insecure about their labia that it makes it difficult for them to feel comfortable being seen naked or engaging in sexual intimacy.

Labiaplasty allows women to feel confident in their bodies and empowered to do anything they want. A successful labiaplasty can be a life-changing event in a woman’s life, but an unsuccessful labiaplasty can be devastating. It is a very nuanced and delicate procedure and should only be performed by an experienced plastic surgeon.

How to Choose a Labiaplasty Specialist

One of the pitfalls of a cosmetic procedure becoming popular is that untrained physicians start to offer it, even if they have no idea what they’re doing. In some cases, women who have unsuccessful labiaplasties receive the procedure from their gynecologist or an inexperienced plastic surgeon or urologist.

Labiaplasty is an exact procedure that can very easily go wrong if your surgeon is inexperienced. One of the most common issues with undesirable labiaplasty results is the surgeon’s poor suturing of the inner lips. Not only does this leave an unsightly appearance, but it can also leave very painful scars that take a long time to heal, sometimes creating a scalloped edge that looks unnatural.

A botched labiaplasty can leave women feeling even worse than they felt before the procedure and cause emotional trauma. This is why you must choose a labiaplasty specialist (not just any plastic surgeon or gynecologist) for your labiaplasty procedure.

Dr. Gary Alter: The Labiaplasty Expert

The first step when you choose your labiaplasty surgeon is to find someone who specializes in the procedure. You must consider their techniques, experience with the process, and patient testimonials.

Dr. Gary J. Alter is the preeminent authority on labiaplasty and female genital cosmetic procedures. He is double board certified in both plastic surgery and urology, giving him a unique understanding of both the techniques of plastic surgery as well as the precise anatomical structures of the genitalia. This dual certification sets him apart as a rarely qualified labiaplasty surgeon–and on top of that, he has dedicated his career to the betterment of the procedure and its technique. Not only is Dr. Alter qualified to perform labiaplasty, but he had developed and improved techniques and has taught other surgeons for over 20 years how to perform them better.

In the mid-nineties, Dr. Alter invented a revolutionary labiaplasty technique that restructured how this surgery was performed. The central wedge or “V” labiaplasty technique preserves the natural contour, color, and anatomy of the labia minora edge. Rather than trimming the labia, Dr. Alter removes tissue in a wedge formation, allowing him to suture more precisely and avoid unsightly and painful scalloped edges.

Since then, Dr. Alter has continued to educate others on the technique, publishing his findings in prominent medical publications, lecturing at conferences, and providing natural-looking, excellent results to his patients.

If you are interested in labiaplasty, look no further than Dr. Alter for his unparalleled experience, bedside manner, and stunning surgical results.

Interested in Labiaplasty in Beverly Hills, CA?

Dr. Alter offers a wide range of female genital plastic surgery procedures, including labiaplasty, clitoral hood reduction, and labiaplasty revision. If you are ready to transform your self-confidence and desire the best in the business, call us today to get started. Dr. Alter has a bi-coastal practice that offers virtual consultations for his out-of-state patients. Fill out our online contact form to get started, or call our Beverly Hills or New York offices.

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