How Does Labia Puffing with Fillers Work?
February 1, 2024
If the appearance of your labia makes you uncomfortable, it can hold you back from enjoying intimate activities and affect your confidence. Labia puffing with fillers is a safe, non-surgical way to add fullness, correcting a problem that may have had a negative effect on your relationships as well as your self-esteem. If this is something you have been thinking about, you may be surprised to learn how easy it is to correct your concerns and feel rejuvenated with this feminine plumping treatment.
What is Labia Puffing?
The labia majora and labia minora are two folds of skin on either side of the vaginal opening. While these folds can look very different depending on your anatomy, some women feel self-conscious about their appearance. Pregnancy, aging, and other biological changes can cause your labia to lose volume, an effect you may wish to correct.
Labia puffing is a way to restore or enhance the fullness of the labia using dermal fillers or fat transfer. Depending on your goals, both of these options can provide excellent results when performed by a licensed and experienced medical provider.
How Does Labia Puffing with Fillers Work?
You have a couple options for labia puffing and it’s important to consider which option will give you the results you are hoping for. At the Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery, we focus on providing a range of choices so we can best achieve your goals.
Labia Puffing With Dermal Fillers
An injection specialist can enhance your labia non-surgically with dermal fillers. The best fillers for this purpose are usually those made of hyaluronic acid. This widely used filler material is found naturally in your skin, making it safe for injection into any area of the body.
When injected into the labia, dermal fillers provide an immediate volume increase. These fillers are temporary, with an average lifespan of about a year. They are widely used to add or restore facial volume and volume to other areas of the body. When used for the labia majora, they can provide a more youthful look and can even make the labia minora (inner lips) look smaller by comparison.
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Labia Puffing With Fat Transfer
If you prefer a longer-lasting option, fat transfer to your labia may be an excellent option. During this procedure, fat is collected from another area of your body (referred to as a “donor area”) using liposuction. Common donor areas include the abdomen, hips, or thighs. This fat is then purified and injected into your labia. The fat contains stem cells that help it become established in your labia and remain there for a lifetime.
Along with being longer-lasting, labia puffing with fat transfer has almost no risk of a reaction since it uses fat from your own body. Only a consultation can determine which option will work better for you. Both have advantages to consider, so we can discuss which option is more in line with your goals and lifestyle. We offer both virtual and in-person consultations in Newport Beach for labia puffing.
Am I a Candidate for Labia Puffing With Fillers?
These treatments are safe and effective for almost anyone. Good candidates are healthy adults who want to change the appearance of their labia by adding volume. Candidates for fat transfer must have enough fat in a donor area to use for the labia. Fortunately, only a small amount is needed. On the other hand, most people are candidates for labia puffling with dermal fillers. During a consultation, we will review your medical history to determine if you are a good candidate. You should not have either of these treatments if you have certain medical conditions or if you are pregnant.
What is Recovery Like After Labia Puffing?
Labia puffing with fillers requires little to no recovery time. You may have some mild swelling for a day or two, but this should not limit normal activities.
Recovery after fat transfer labia puffing takes a bit longer because it uses liposuction. The recovery time after liposuction differs by area and the amount of fat removed, but it is usually a few days. Your labia may feel swollen for a few days after treatment.
Can I Have Labia Puffing With Vaginal Rejuvenation?
If you have been pregnant or undergone hormonal changes, you may notice that your labia and vagina have changed. Vaginal rejuvenation restores healthy vaginal function and rejuvenates the vaginal walls. Labia puffing can be combined with vaginal rejuvenation to provide aesthetic and functional improvements. Discuss all your concerns during your consultation so we can develop a customized treatment plan for your needs and goals.
My consultation with Dr. Nichter was exceptional. He was professional, kind, thoughtful and explained multiple procedures in detail. He took time and answered all of my questions. His background is remarkable, and I felt as though I will be in extremely competent hands.
Jan M.
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As soon as you step into our Newport Beach office, our welcoming staff will carefully listen to your concerns and guide you through your treatment journey. To learn more about labia puffing with fillers and the innovative treatments offered at Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach, CA, contact our office by calling (949) 720-3888 or by filling out the consultation request form below.
