Dr David Gerber: Why is Labiaplasty Rising in Popularity?

 

Intimate beautification: Is labiaplasty for you?

Vaginal labia can be found in a variety of shapes and sizes. In particular, the inner labia can vary from being near-invisible to overflowing and bountiful. A procedure known as labiaplasty can reduce the size of the inner lips for those who would prefer them smaller.

Recently, labiaplasty surgery has seen a spike in demand with more and more women of all ages seeking the procedure. Dr David Gerber, a world-renowned specialist in labaiplasty, has seen a steady growth in his practice with each passing year. It is well known that cosmetic surgery trends often follow fashion trends. However, Dr. Gerber attributes this to other factors, such as changes in norms, attitudes, and self-esteem.  

 

What is labiaplasty?

Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure usually done to reduce the size the labia minora — skin folds that surround your urethra and vagina. The surgery is done to improve the appearance of your labia, to reduce physical discomfort or as part of gender-affirming surgery.

The discomfort and irritation caused by enlarged or long labia may cause women to avoid certain underwear, tight clothing, or certain activities. Many young and active women opt to undergo this procedure so they can wear yoga pants, workout style casual clothes, and even adopt some of the latest underwear styles.  As a leading labiaplasty surgeon based inToronto, Canada, Dr David Gerber has found that most women prefer neater, trimmer labia rather than large labia.  Having given birth to even one child may also result in unwanted stretching of the labia.  The labia of women approaching menopause may also begin to droop uncontrollably as well as become large.

 

What are the reasons for the surge of labiaplasty?

Women's health leaders have for years attributed women's desire for intimate cosmetic surgery to social media pressure, websites featuring women with slimmer labia, and changing grooming trends.  

Celebrities have become increasingly interested in having designer vaginas.  Celebrities like the Kardashians have spoken out publicly about cosmetic vaginal surgery. Having pretty lips on the mouth isn't enough for these famous faces, they also need pretty lips on their labia.  The importance of vaginal care and beauty is just as important as the importance of self-care in today's world.  A woman's beauty is defined on the outside as well as on the inside and in the most intimate way.  

Dr. David Gerber, a world renowned expert in labiaplasty surgery and a recognized leader in women's vulvovaginal health, believes women aren't prone to peer pressure when it comes to aesthetic vaginal surgery. As a matter of fact, it is quite the opposite-expressing a desire to improve a part of oneself and taking action towards that better version of oneself is an act of courage, self-empowerment, and strength.

 

Why labiaplasty is so much more than a cosmetic procedure?

David Gerber believes in the power of transformation, and from this point of view, the female body does not exclude female femininity.  Oftentimes, we don't pay as much attention to the part of our bodies that defines us as female. Beginning with our early years, we menstruate monthly. We express and share ourselves sexually through this and for many women, we give birth to our children through it.  Despite this...how many of us think to highlight this feminine part of the body's natural beauty and youthfulness?  This can be achieved through vaginal rejuvenation treatments such as labiaplasty.  

There is more to lipoplasty surgery than just cosmetics. Canadian gynecologist Dr. Gerber has seen how this surgery impacts women's overall confidence.   Many women report living in silence, shame or embarrassment for years as a result of scars from delivery, aging, or just being born with a look that makes them feel self-conscious. When these women express an interest or intention for genital cosmetic surgery, they are afraid of being judged by other women or family members.  Choosing vaginal beautification surgery is a woman's choice to improve herself and her experience in her own body.    

Dr David Gerber and his team will work with you every step of the way to ensure you feel comfortable, are supported, understand and are prepared for your labiaplasty surgery.