Dr. Elliot Lander has been specially trained in cosmetic and pelvic floor reconstruction and can completely re-sculpt and rejuvenate the vagina with a 1 hour outpatient laser procedure.

Dr. Lander on female genital cosmetic surgery:

“We hear about so many different types of cosmetic procedures. Few are as compelling and controversial as the vaginal cosmetic procedures. Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® describes the first procedure ever designed to enhance sexual gratification. Designed to improve vaginal muscle tone, strength, and control, the procedure is a modification of the traditional vaginal anterior- posterior repair and effectively decreases the internal and external vaginal canal diameter. The improved contact makes for better friction and pleasure for both partners. The procedure is a hybrid of gynecologic and cosmetic techniques and is performed with a diode laser if done properly. The original innovators of these surgical techniques specifically trained only gynecologists and urologists to do these procedures and rarely taught them to plastic surgeons since experience with pelvic floor reconstruction is essential.

The demand for vaginal cosmetic surgeries nationally has steadily increased over the past decade. Most of the women I have seen for these surgeries have had issues with vaginal laxity related to complicated childbirth, including, large babies, prolonged labor, or rapidly repaired episiotomies. They later reported that it just doesn’t “feel the same anymore.” Although vaginal rejuvenation is the most famous procedure, about half of the patients I have seen have come to talk to me about labial cosmetic issues. The Designer Laser Vaginoplasty® is offered to most of these patients who want to improve the appearance of their labia with the most common complaint being that the labia minora are too long or asymmetric. This can interfere with intercourse and many women today shave all genital hair and are more tuned in to their physical appearance. Some are athletic or wear tight clothes and are self-conscious about any unsightly bulges. Some of these women are models but most are just people who have always hated the way their labia looked but were embarrassed to ask doctors about the problem. The internet has given these women an anonymous chance to learn about what is out there in terms of treatment and many were relieved to have an opportunity to talk with me frankly about issues that had bothered them silently for years.

Whether its vaginal canal tightening or external labial aesthetic improvement, it is important for women to do their homework and determine if their surgeon has done special training in these procedures. As a Board Certified Urologist, I have performed over 4000 reconstructive pelvic floor procedures. This has given me a special understanding of the unique anatomic needs of the highly specialized genital cosmetic procedures. One important consideration is to make sure the vaginal canal is not over-tightened which can result in painful intercourse. Choosing an experienced surgeon who can provide evidence of special training in Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation® is vital to avoid such problems. My practice participates in the Laser Vaginal Institute of America, a worldwide network of over 200 physicians who have identical training and techniques to guarantee best outcomes.”