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Labiaplasty can feel like a very intimate procedure. When it comes to medical treatments for a woman’s genital area, many women feel much more at ease choosing a medical specialist who is also female. In fact, a study on preferences for the gender of OB/GYN doctors found this very conclusion—the majority of women preferred a female OB/GYN. This applies to other medical treatments too. Some women are more comfortable with a female plastic surgeon performing certain plastic surgeries, such as labiaplasty.
So, what are the benefits of having a woman plastic surgeon perform certain procedures?
What Are the Benefits of a Female Labiaplasty Surgeon?
Personal Experience
Women plastic surgeons understand the female body from personal experience. They can relate to some of your fears, concerns, or previous experiences and walk you through them from a place of understanding. And, they understand the level of vulnerability that happens with this type of procedure.
Comfort Level
You are likely seeking labiaplasty because you have something you want to fix. Some of the reasons why women choose to get a labiaplasty procedure are:
- Women don’t like the appearance of their labia, which results in self-esteem issues and insecurities during sexual activity. Additionally, these women may avoid wearing swimsuits or tight clothing in public, which can be disruptive to their quality of life.
- “Extra” labia tissue makes wearing tight clothes, such as workout pants, uncomfortable. This can also make performing certain activities, such as biking, more painful.
Explaining your problem and what brought you in for a labiaplasty consultation is much more comfortable with a female doctor. You will likely feel comfortable telling another woman what the problem is and how you’d like it fixed.
Conversely, discussing how you don’t like the appearance of your labia may be more challenging with a man.
Less Paternalistic
You have your reasons for getting a labiaplasty, and whatever those reasons are, they are valid. Of course, some people in your life may judge you and tell you otherwise, but it is simply not their place to do so. A 2013 study found that women perceive female doctors to be less paternalistic.
This comes in handy particularly well when a woman chooses an elective or cosmetic procedure, as there may be less judgment from the doctor about the decision.
Interested in Learning More?
Ultimately, you want to feel safe and comfortable when you go for a labiaplasty consultation. Dr. Jennifer Boll is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience. She will help you feel relaxed as you discuss your desired outcomes for this procedure.
Schedule your appointment today by calling 480-833-5200 or fill out this form.