In many religions and cultures it is very important that women are virgins when they marry. The common symbol of virginity, the hymen (a thin membrane located at the entry of the vagina), by tradition should break on intercourse causing the new bride pain and bleeding. Blood on the sheets in some countries and traditions is then shown the family to reaffirm that the bride was a virgin and now she consumated her … [Read more...]
Intercourse after giving birth
For many couples, having a baby is both rewarding and stressful. During delivery there could be tearing of the vaginal mucosa which is quite painful. That is the physical pain. However, some women continue to have emotional pain after the delivery. That emotional stress and pain may occur from a decrease in the quality of their sex lives and their own diminished libido. Some women are very upset about the change … [Read more...]
Female Sexuality
Why is everyone concerned now about labiaplasty? I think it has to do with all the laser hair removal, bikini and brazilian waxing fad and of course the more revealing clothing. The talk shows and reality shows also bring forth attention to the female genitalia. For a long time the male genitalia was the buzz. Length, width, erection problems, impotence esp due to diabites, or low blood supply. No one bothered with … [Read more...]
Mons Pubis Reduction
A 30 year old woman comes in complaining of bulging of the mons especially when she wears pants. She gained a lot of weight at one time and now she lost it everywhere except around the mons pubis. What can be done? Well in her case, since she is young with elastic skin, suction of the mons pubis will be quite successful. Of course, if she waits, till she is older, and the skin stretches more and loses its elasticity, … [Read more...]
Role of Estrogen and Progesterone
While estrogen is produced by the ovaries, it mainly acts on the vagina, uterus, breasts, bone, skin and the female distribution of fatty deposits in the body. After menses cease, around age 51 or 52, in what we call the menopause, there are subtle changes that gradually become more pronounced. Without estrogen replacement the vagina begins to shrink and the normal rippled contour of the vaginal wall becomes thinner, … [Read more...]
Feeling Sexy At Any Age
For women that feel less than confident in the bedroom because they don’t feel sexy, or feel like they look weird “down there,” labiaplasty may be just the answer they have been looking for to cure their problems. Whether a woman is in her early 20’s or her late 50’s labiaplasty can help women finally achieve the look they have always wished their genitalia would possess. … [Read more...]
Selecting a Doctor for your Labiaplasty or Vaginaplasty Surgery
While some people trivialize a procedure such as labiaplasty or vaginaplasty, it is a major event in your life and should be approached seriously and with sobriety. You must, for instance, be sure to research a surgeon's qualifications before you select him or her to perform this procedure. What does "research" mean? … [Read more...]
Labiaplasty Might Get You Back to Exercising
Have you quit exercising? Are you tired of hurting after exercising? Are you uncomfortable at the gym in your tight workout clothes? Are you afraid to be carefree and go “commando”? For many, the solution is a visit away from an experienced plastic surgeon. LabiaPlasty can cure your problem of extreme pain and irritation caused during exercise from your clothes rubbing against enlarged labia. Bicycle riding and … [Read more...]
Labiaplasty Patient today
Today I saw a young lady with very large labia minora. She felt that she cannot wear pants or bathing suit because of the abnormal fullness that appears in the area. She would like a reduction of the labia minora and would also like to remove the pigment present and just have a pink coloration. She will have it done under sedation with a local anesthetic and will have a full recovery within a week. Sexual activity … [Read more...]
Dr. Kari Colen
Kari L. Colen, M.D. completed Plastic Surgery training at the prestigious New York University Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. During her training she spent time at NYU, Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat hospital, and Bellevue Hospital where she gained special knowledge and skills in the newest and most advanced techniques in Plastic Surgery. Because of her superior training in the top program in the country, … [Read more...]
