The restorative and reconstructive procedures performed to improve the cosmetic appearance, attractiveness and sexual function of female reproductive organs is the focus of aesthetic gynaecology.
It is a dynamic and developing subspecialty within aesthetic medicine and I have noticed the popularity increase in recent years. This may be largely attributed to several factors, in particular, the prevalence of women’s body awareness, particularly crossing the barrier of shame when discussing gynaecological problems, and better access to suitably qualified healthcare professionals with the ability to address vaginal aesthetic concerns.1,2
The appearance of the genital area can be affected by traumatic childbirth, previous surgery, frequent body weight changes, intensive physical exercise and age. The postmenopausal period has a significant effect on the female genital area through the plummeting oestrogen levels. However, the look can be improved through surgical and non-surgical treatments. Like in any other surgical subspecialty, the invasive procedures are often abandoned in favour…
