Can I have a Labiaplasty at the Same Time as Prolapse Repair?
September 24, 2019
The answer is yes! We frequently perform robotic prolapse repairs or vaginal prolapse repairs in conjunction with a labiaplasty procedure. This does not typically change recovery time for the patient. With both procedures, the labiaplasty and the prolapse repair, the patient is advised vaginal rest for 6 weeks following surgery. So, if the procedures are performed at the same time, […]
Estrogen Matters: Postoperative Healing
September 15, 2019
So you’ve just had surgery and your doctor is recommending you take estrogen. You’ve never needed hormone therapy before and you are wondering why you need to now. Let’s break it down for you! As women age, their estrogen production begins to decrease, especially in those who are post-menopausal or who have had surgical removal of their ovaries. There are […]
What is that bulge down there?! Prolapse explained.
September 10, 2019
Pressure, heaviness, and a bulging sensation in your lady area – is this normal? Why are you feeling this? Well ladies, continue to read along and see if a consult for prolapse is right for you. What is prolapse? Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) can mean several things. One possibility is that your bladder is dropping. Or your uterus or even […]
When can I swim after labiaplasty?
July 2, 2019
Many women are bothered by protruding labia that are especially noticeable when wearing a bathing suit or other tight clothing such as yoga pants or tights. That’s why we started Austin Labiaplasty and Vaginal Rejuvenation––to provide these procedures on top of our essential urogynecological duties. But it’s July already, so, what do you do when summer is already here and […]
When the Going Gets Tough: Urinary Urgency & Frequency
June 21, 2019
Urinary urgency and urinary frequency tend to fall in line together, almost like a couple of (wicked) sisters. Most women experience both, with one, the other follows. Well, ladies, let’s go a little further into detail about these diagnoses. To start, we have urinary urgency: the urgent desire to urinate. Have you ever been in the grocery store line checking […]
Why Don’t We Talk?
June 6, 2019
I can’t tell you how many women we talk to on a daily basis that have noticed changes vaginally, whether it’s a vaginal bulge or leakage when they cough or sneeze, but have never spoken to anyone about it. Often times they’re scared when they come in for their initial consult because they’re unsure of exactly what’s going on. They […]
Vagin-huh? The Ridiculous Ways People Spell Vagina
November 26, 2018
Expert Take on Names for Vaginas Vajayjay, hooha, lady bits, flower. Over the years we’ve referred to our lady parts by several names, every one more endearing than the one before it. We can attribute these variations in names to changes in culture and definitely our maturity. Next to naming rights, another easily changeable characteristic of your vagina is what […]
Real Girl Talk
November 14, 2018
So you and your friends are hanging out over a glass of wine and talking about beach vacations and what bathing suits you’re going to buy. You spot a really cute one you think your friend would look great in and she says –
Maybe you’ve had these conversations or maybe you’ve been too embarrassed to bring it up. Either way, we at ALVR are here to help get you into that bathing suit and help you feel confident with your body. Because your fashion sense shouldn’t be dictated by your body. It should be dictated by your unique style and choice. Labiaplasty Labiaplasty […]
Don’t Live in Austin? Don’t Worry
October 24, 2018
“I live in Waco and need a labiaplasty, do I have to drive all the way to Austin?” The simple answer is yes, and it will be worth it! We have patients travel from surrounding areas such as Waco, Killeen, Dallas, San Antonio and even Houston for labiaplasty or vaginoplasty surgery. We even offer remote consults for patients in other […]
Things Are Just… Different
September 27, 2018
We hear this phrase commonly when women come in for an evaluation. Whether it’s regarding discomfort with exercising, being uncomfortable in swimsuits, or decreased sensation with intercourse, we at Austin Urogynecology are here to address your most personal and sometimes embarrassing concerns. So if things are different, and you’re wondering where to start, the most important step is coming in […]