Vaginal Fillers: Here’s What You Don’t Know About It

As you get older your body produces less collagen . In addition,  the collagen in your body starts to breakdown and will not be replaced.

The evidence of this  happening can be seen in your sagging skin. But what is not evident is the laxity that occurs in your vagina.

So what is collagen?

It is a glue like protein that keeps your connective tissue connected and found mainly in your skin, tendons and ligaments.

With the loss of this protein, the structures that is supports becomes loose.

As women age, we experience tissue volume loss in many places. Some of these changes can be seen mostly on our face, however there are not obvious places the changes are not seen like our vagina.

Loss of collagen in the tissue and skin that supports our vagina causes changes in the way it looks and function. Specifically, it affects the outermost folds of the skin that surrounds the vagina. This part is called the labia majora.

Apart from that, the said tissue volume loss also increases the chances of developing stress urinary incontinence where urine leaks.

Any women with this condition may find it embarrassing, particularly when they are being intimate with their partners.

Vaginal fillers are marketed to be a solution to those issues. They have been getting more and more attention lately for the potential benefits they have to offer.

But should you get it?

Before you say yes, here’s everything you need to know about the procedure.

What Are Vaginal Fillers?

Vaginal fillers are somewhat similar to facial fillers. They help plump up the vaginal lips, tighten the skin in the area, and increase the sensitivity there.

As a result, you’ll get better control of your urethra and urinary flow. You’ll also experience vaginal tightening and better G-spot stimulation.

The procedure usually involves the injection of hyaluronic acid into the tissues of the vagina. This substance naturally occurs in the body and it’s responsible for keeping the skin plump and tight. However, as we age, the amount of hyaluronic acid we have in our body diminishes.

Knowing Your Options

Hyaluronic injections aren’t your only option when it comes to making your vagina tighter and your vaginal lips plumper. You can also have your own fat injected to the site or your doctor can use platelet-rich plasma.

What to Expect From the Procedure

Getting vaginal fillers doesn’t take a long time. In fact, it can be done in as little as 20 or 30 minutes. You can get it done during your lunch hour.

Before the procedure, your surgeon will apply a local anesthetic to the target areas. This is done to ensure that you’ll feel comfortable during the procedure.

Take note, however, that even though it’s an anesthetic, you may still feel some discomfort during injection because it’s done in a sensitive area.

After the procedure, you can resume your regular activities. You won’t have to miss work or refrain from doing what you do on a daily basis, except engaging in sexual intercourse. 

Because of the swelling and mild discomfort due to the injections, you may be advised to avoid sexual intercourse for a minimum of 5 days. Taking a break from sex gives the injected solution enough time to settle. It’s also helpful in preventing infections.

When it comes to the results, you can expect them to last from 4 months to a year. As days go by, your body will start absorbing the fillers made from natural substances. Because of that, you may need additional treatments to keep your vaginal lips looking and feeling great. You can get vaginal fillers every 9 to 16 months.

The Dangers of Vaginal Fillers

The majority of doctors aren’t really in favor of performing the procedure. Its complications, such as altered sensation, scarring, infection, and disfigurement can affect your sexual function.

Also, you should be concerned about the person performing the procedure.

The use of fillers is considered as a non-surgical procedure. This means that there’s very little regulation about who can administer them. An average person with no medical training can perform it and it’s what happens in the black market. 

There are women who receive vaginal fillers in an unsterile environment. After a few days, the swelling subsided and serious infections set in. There are also women who receive vaginal fillers made of silicone oil and it’s not supposed to be used for such purpose.

Your Safer Options

While vaginal fillers work, they aren’t your only choice. In fact, there are better and safer options out there.

For example, if you are going through menopause, you can ask your doctor if you can be prescribed with vaginal estrogen. You can get it in different forms, such as creams, pessaries, and vaginal rings.

If urinary incontinence and weak pelvic floor muscles are your issues, you can do pelvic floor exercises. Going through psycho-sexual counseling can help, too.

If you really need to get vaginal fillers, make sure that you consult a licensed, trained, and skilled doctor or health professional. If you aren’t seeing a doctor, then make sure that the person has been trained properly.

Don’t forget to ask about your options for the fillers. If you are confused about something, ask before you sign the consent form. Before you proceed with the procedure, make sure you have clear understanding of the benefits and risks.

Lastly, there is no guarantee that this procedure will give you the results you want therefore you should be weary of anyone selling you false claims .