Cosmetic GYN procedures, such as labiaplasty (labia majora reduction), are becoming increasingly popular among women in their 20s, 30s and 40s. In this interview from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Christine Hamori discusses the influences behind the growing trend, the risks and benefits of cosmetic GYN procedures, and how to find the most qualified doctor. She also explains how procedures such as labiaplasty are performed, and the recovery time involved. Read the full story

Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of the female labia, the inner and/or outer vaginal lips, usually to repair damage caused by injury, disease, or childbirth. Women with large labia can experience discomfort during intercourse, or during everyday activities or while wearing tight-fitting clothes or undergarments. Labiaplasty can be done in combination with other female genital cosmetic surgery procedures such as Vaginoplasty, or vagina rejuvenation. Read the full story