COSMETIC FEMALE GENITAL SURGERY          A number of operations are currently available to successfully improve the appearance of the female genital region. Correction of a specific genital deformity can result in improvement of a patient’s self esteem and more confidence in the intimate relationship. In many cases improvement in sexual function is achieved. The procedure chosen depends upon the complaint of the patient and the specific deformity. Excessive labia minora (hanging wattle-like inner lips) which are subject to chafing and can be painful on intercourse. Excessive labia majora (outer lips which are too large, hanging and loose, or allow the vaginal opening to stay open). Small labia majora (atrophic wrinkled or under filled outer lips giving an aged appearance) Drooping of the vulva (ptosis – hanging down of the entire genital region) Ptosis of the clitoris (clitoris hanging down into vagina) Excessive clitoral hooding (clitoris is excessively covered by an overhang of skin)          Operations are designed to correct these specific conditions and variations encountered with the female genitalia. In such instances they can be successful and gratifying to the individual patients, by fulfilling their desired needs. The surgical procedures to treat any one of these deformities will be explained to you at the time of your initial consultation. Your surgeons at Fairbanks Plastic Surgery are experienced in the correction of female genital deformities. If you need more information on cosmetic female genital surgery call the Fairbanks Plastic Surgery Center (801) 268-8838 and come in for a consultation.