Female genital surgery covers procedures that repair or reshape the vaginal and vulval area: vaginal tightening (vaginoplasty) for laxity after childbirth or ageing, labiaplasty to reduce or reshape the labia, and hymenoplasty to repair a torn hymen. They are usually short day-care procedures offered after a private, confidential consultation.
- AnaesthesiaLocal or general anaesthesia
- DurationAbout 1 to 2 hours
- Hospital stayUsually day care
- Back to routineUsually a few days to 1 week
About Female Genital Surgery
Changes after childbirth and with age can affect comfort, intimacy and confidence. Vaginal tightening repairs stretched vaginal muscles and tissues to narrow the vagina. Labiaplasty reduces long or uneven labia that cause chafing, irritation or discomfort with exercise, clothing or intercourse.
Hymenoplasty repairs the torn edges of the hymen with fine, layered stitches. Women choose it for personal, cultural or emotional reasons, including recovery after sexual assault.
These procedures are performed by Dr. N. Jithendran, a plastic and aesthetic surgeon in Bengaluru, under local or general anaesthesia, usually as day care. Consultations and treatment are confidential.
Procedures in female genital surgery
Vaginal Tightening (Vaginoplasty)
Vaginal tightening, also called vaginoplasty or vaginal rejuvenation surgery, tightens the vaginal muscles, perineum and surrounding tissues that…
Read more →Labiaplasty (Labia Reduction)
Labiaplasty is surgery to reduce or reshape the labia minora or majora, the skin folds around the vaginal opening. It helps women whose labia are…
Read more →Hymenoplasty (Hymen Repair)
Hymenoplasty, also called hymen repair or hymenorrhaphy, is a minor day-care procedure that stitches the torn edges of the hymen, the thin membrane…
Read more →Who can benefit?
- Women with vaginal laxity after childbirth or with age
- Women whose labia cause discomfort, irritation or self-consciousness
- Women wishing to have a torn hymen repaired for personal reasons
- Healthy adults with realistic expectations
How Dr. Jithendran approaches treatment
- Private consultation and examination
- Medical evaluation; stop smoking and alcohol and avoid blood-thinning medicines as advised
- Local or general anaesthesia
- Procedures usually take about 1 to 2 hours with dissolvable stitches
- Day care, with occasional overnight stay
What is recovery like?
- Most women return to work within a few days to a week
- Use pads for light bleeding and follow hygiene instructions
- Avoid tight underwear, tampons and intercourse for about 4 to 6 weeks or as advised
- Avoid strenuous exercise for several weeks
- Attend follow-up visits
What are the risks?
- Swelling, bruising and discomfort
- Bleeding or infection
- Scarring or asymmetry
- Changes in sensation or discomfort during intercourse
- Anaesthesia-related risks
Why choose Dr. Jithendran?
- Dual training in orthopaedics (MS) and plastic surgery (MCh, DNB), with hand and microsurgery experience from Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore
- Consults at five hospitals across Bengaluru, with 24×7 availability for emergencies
- Clear explanations in English, Tamil, Hindi and Telugu, and time to answer every question
- Strict sterilisation and patient-privacy standards
Frequently asked questions
Are consultations confidential?
Yes. Consultations, examinations and treatment are private between you and your medical team, and nothing is shared without your consent. You can discuss your concerns openly, including any questions about recovery, intimacy or expectations.
What is the difference between vaginal tightening and labiaplasty?
Vaginal tightening repairs the internal muscles and tissues to narrow the vagina, usually after childbirth. Labiaplasty reduces or reshapes the labia, the outer skin folds. The two can be combined if both concerns are present.
How long is the recovery?
Most women return to work within a few days to a week. Intercourse, tampons and tight underwear are usually avoided for about 4 to 6 weeks, and strenuous exercise for several weeks, depending on the procedure.
Are these procedures done under general anaesthesia?
They can be done under local or general anaesthesia, depending on the procedure and your preference. Most are day-care procedures, although general anaesthesia for vaginal tightening may involve an overnight stay.
Should I wait until after having children?
For vaginal tightening it is generally advisable, because a later vaginal delivery can stretch the tissues again. Discuss your family plans with your surgeon so that the timing of surgery can be decided together.
