VAGINAL REJUVENATION

What is it and how can it help women during and after the menopause?

So i've mentioned in my previous posts that i'm a nurse and that I work in medical aesthetics. One thing i'm passionate about is woman's health and this is a huge part of my day to day role. I find if women have the knowledge and understanding about whatever issue is bothering them then they can tackle it head on, knowing all the facts making this an easier process for them.

Vaginal rejuvenation is a relatively new form of treatments that encompass three different approaches to feminine health. The treatments can be done individually to treat a specific problem or as one combined treatment. The procedures are designed to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of the vagina. This may involve High-intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for tissue tightening, Labial Augmentation with dermal fillers for shaping and rejuvenating the labia, the O - shot (orgasm shot) for improved sexual function, through Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and PRP itself for overall tissue revitalisation.

These techniques aim to address concerns related to laxity, appearance, stress or urge incontinence and sexual satisfaction. All this providing a comprehensive approach to intimate wellness through non-surgical and minimally invasive methods.

All this may sound radical but believe me these treatments can be life changing to the women who have them. I have women traveling a few hours to have this treatment with me, as its not something thats can be done by just anyone and this is very important, you have to have very specialist training to provide this treatment.

During the menopause we all know that our skin gets thinner and we start to lose collagen at a faster rate. According to the American Academy Of Dermatology "women's skin loses about 30% of its collagen during the first five years of the menopause". This collagen loss also happens in and around the vagina, this can lead to dryness occurring resulting in painful sex, this then can have a knock on affect on your relationship. The dryness can also lead to small dry patches appearing that can split and become very uncomfortable day to day.

Don't let it affect your relationship there is a solution

So did you know that you can have PRP injected into your clitoris? well, yes you can.... and the results so far are exciting. PRP or Platelet Rich Plasma is obtained from a simple blood test, then spun in a machine to separate from the rest of the blood. The Plasma that contains the growth factors that stimulates the growth of new cells, is then injected back into the areas of the vulva and vagina that need a little TLC. This treatment is great if you are suffering with vaginal dryness, any soreness in the vulva, painful sex and if reaching an orgasm is a little slow....

When PRP is injected in and around the clitoris it can make the area more sensitive to touch, so ladies reaching a certain age doesn't mean things need to stop! this could be the answer you are looking for.

PRP is by no means new, women all over the world have been having it on their face for years. It's also widely used by Orthopaedic Doctors in joint and tendon injuries with great results. So its certainly worth a try if you are looking for a natural treatment with such beneficial results.

Next we move on to Labial augmentation with filler, What?..... I hear you ask? You can have filler in your labia? The answer is yes, we really can fill your labia majora with dermal fillers to "puff " it out.

There are many reasons that woman have this procedure and they don't have to be going through the menopause, but it can help address many issues like:-

• Asymmetry.

• Restore volume loss.

• Improve wrinkling of the labia, due to childbirth and ageing.

• Enhance the overall appearance.

Hyaluronic Acid based filler is injected in to the outer lips of the labia, hyaluronic acid is known for its hydrating properties, immediately improves the appearance by adding volume, correcting any asymmetry and giving a younger appearance. Not only this but it can give you back lost padding that can make general day to day life more comfortable for you. The procedure takes less than an hour and the results can last about 12 months.

Lastly and maybe the part that can have the biggest impact, is vaginal HIFU. This isn't a new exercise craze or Martial Art this is a real medical treatment. It stands for High Intensity Focused Ultrasound.

We all want tighter skin on out faces right? well now we can tighten the skin in our vaginas as well thanks to this revolutionary treatment.

There are many reasons why women are choosing HIFU to tighten their vagina's and here's why:-

• Long lasting results

• Improved muscle tone

• Increased blood circulation

• Tissue tightening

• non-invasive and painless

The treatment strengthens your pelvic floor muscles to act like scaffolding to hold everything in place, So ladies if you pee a little when you least expect, then this is the treatment for you!

Don't stop exercising or laughing with friends when there is a solution to help!

HIFU works by targeting the muscles of the vagina at depths of 4mm and 3.5mm the HIFU wand causes micro trauma by thermal heating (that is painless), this heat then stimulates the production of elastin and collagen. This process results in the improvement of muscle tone and tissue tightness, and takes about 30-45 minutes in total.

So there's lots of information there to take in, but i hope that it's been helpful for you. There are treatments available that can help that don't involve surgery and can be so effective and have a huge impact on your quality of life. But one bit of advice is do your research, make sure that you go to a suitably qualified practitioner as these treatments involve in-depth understanding. But most of all know that there is something that can be done to help.