Is Vaginoplasty Painful?

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Vaginoplasty surgery is most commonly carried out under a general anaesthetic at our Baker Street clinic. Having vaginal tightening under a general anaesthetic means you will not experience any pain or discomfort during the procedure, and any symptoms you experience in the post-operative period should be very mild. Your surgeon will prescribe a course of prescription painkillers for you to take regularly for the first few days to remain as comfortable as possible during your vaginoplasty recovery.

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Any discomfort and swelling at the procedure site will subside completely after approximately two weeks. Your surgeon only uses absorbable sutures during the procedure, so there is no need to have them removed at your post-operative one-week appointment with one of our wound care nurses. The vast majority of patients can resume work after 7 to 10 days, but in pelvic floor repair cases, you may require a full two weeks off work. For the first six weeks after vaginoplasty, you should avoid any strenuous exercise and sexual activity until your surgeon has reviewed you at your six-week review appointment.

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Centre for Surgery is home to specialist cosmetic gynaecologists, and they regularly perform vaginoplasty surgery with excellent outcomes and have never used vaginal mesh during vaginal tightening surgery, as the post-operative outcomes with vaginal mesh have a greater risk of complications occurring.

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Is vaginoplasty recovery painful?

Vaginal tightening surgery, also known as vaginoplasty, OmniClear – Congestion/Acne is a well-tolerated procedure and is most commonly carried out under general anaesthetic or IV sedation. Our anaesthetists are experts in total intravenous anaesthesia, which is considered safer and more effective than traditional general anaesthetic techniques used in hospitals. The recovery following total intravenous anaesthesia is much quicker, which allows people to recover in the comfort of their own homes on the same day after vaginoplasty surgery.

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It is not uncommon to experience mild discomfort during the early vaginoplasty recovery period. The area operated on may be tender to the touch and may appear bruised and swollen for the first two weeks after the procedure. Full recovery after vaginoplasty surgery typically occurs in six weeks. It is essential to comply with the surgeon’s post-operative instructions to minimise the risk of complications arising.

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Our dedicated post-operative nursing team are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you have any questions or concerns about your vaginoplasty recovery, you can access them on the dedicated telephone number provided on your discharge summary.

What is the average vaginoplasty healing time?

After vaginoplasty surgery, it is normal to experience bruising and swelling at the operated site, and a mild degree of soreness may be experienced during the first few days. These symptoms can be easily controlled with the prescription painkillers provided to you by your surgeon.