Lipofilling of the labia majora: with age, the perineum also shows signs of aging. The labia majora will show a melting of fatty tissue and tissue ptosis. Atrophy of the labia majora by fat melting can also be observed during the practice of violent sports for the perineum.: with age, the perineum also shows signs of aging. The labia majora will show a melting of fatty tissue and tissue ptosis. Atrophy of the labia majora by fat melting can also be observed during the practice of violent sports for the perineum. The melting of the fatty tissue of the perineum causes aesthetic but also functional discomfort because the labia majora can no longer play their role as a protective cushion for the labia minora.
This fat melting will then be treated by lipofilling to reshape the perineal area and protect and cover the labia minora. The intervention takes place on an outpatient basis (in and out the same day), in a surgical environment. Light sedation is usually performed in addition to local anesthesia, but the procedure can also be performed under general anesthesia.
Fat gain usually takes place on the knees or on the inner thighs. There is no visible scar. Activities of daily living can be resumed immediately. Showers are recommended from the first postoperative day. On the other hand, baths should be avoided for a fortnight. Sports activities can be resumed after about 3 weeks.
After the intervention, the treated area will present an edema (swelling) which increases the result. It takes between 3 to 6 months to obtain the final result. In the event of very significant atrophy, a second session of lipofilling may then possibly be necessary.