Surgical tightening of the vaginal muscles, most often after childbirth or the changes that come with age. This is about comfort as much as anything else.
5,000+
procedures in our own suites
Since 1999
serving South Louisiana
Overview
If things have felt different down there since childbirth, you are not imagining it, and you are not the first woman to want to talk about it. The stretching that happens during delivery can leave the vaginal muscles looser than they were, and that change does not always come back on its own. A vaginoplasty addresses it surgically. At Acadia Women’s Health in Crowley, this procedure is performed by Dr. Owens, who has been doing them for many years.
A vaginoplasty tightens the vaginal muscles and surrounding tissue. For most women who ask about it, the motivation is not cosmetic. It is comfort, sensation, and feeling like themselves again. Some women notice discomfort during exercise or intimacy, some notice reduced sensation, and some simply feel that something changed and want it addressed.
Here is the honest version. Kegels and pelvic floor exercises strengthen muscle, and for some women that is genuinely enough. What they cannot do is restore tissue that has been structurally stretched. If you have been doing the exercises and nothing has changed, that is the distinction worth understanding, and it is exactly what a consultation sorts out. You do not have to be ready to book surgery to come ask.
AT A GLANCE
Procedure
Vaginoplasty
Performed at
Our accredited Crowley suites
Performed by
Dr. Owens
Consultation
Always free
or call (337) 455 7575
The benefits
A vaginoplasty tightens the vaginal muscles, which for many women means restored comfort during everyday activity and intimacy, improved sensation, and relief from the feeling of looseness that followed childbirth. Some women also find it helps with mild bladder leakage, though that depends on the cause and is something to discuss at your consultation.
We would rather be straight with you than oversell it. Results differ from woman to woman, and we will talk honestly about what is realistic for your body before you decide anything.
What to know
These three get confused with each other, so here is the plain version. A vaginoplasty is surgical and addresses internal muscle tightness. A labiaplasty is also surgical but addresses the labia, meaning the external tissue, for comfort or appearance. ThermiVa is non-surgical and uses radiofrequency energy to tighten tissue gradually, with no downtime. They solve different problems, and some women combine them.
One more thing worth saying plainly: a vaginoplasty is surgery, so it involves real recovery, and it is generally recommended once you have finished having children, since a future delivery can undo the repair. We will talk through timing openly if that is a question for you.
Kegels and pelvic floor exercises strengthen muscle, and for some women that is enough on its own. What they cannot do is restore tissue that has been structurally stretched. Knowing which situation you are in is what the consultation is for.
Your consultation is private, unhurried, and there is nothing you can bring up that we have not heard before. We will talk about what you are experiencing, your health history, recovery, cost, and whether a vaginoplasty is actually the right answer for you.
If you move forward, we will walk you through what the surgery involves and what recovery looks like. There is real downtime with a vaginoplasty, including a period of restricted activity, and we will be specific with you about it rather than vague.
These procedures are very safe when performed by a qualified surgeon, and we will go over what to expect before, during, and after so nothing catches you off guard.
Recovery looks different for everyone. We will walk you through a realistic timeline rather than making blanket promises, and we are available if questions come up afterward.
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Private consultation
A thorough, unhurried assessment to work out whether a vaginoplasty is the right answer.
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Your procedure
Performed by Dr. Owens in Crowley, with everything explained in advance.
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Early recovery
A period of restricted activity, with a specific timeline based on your situation.
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Follow-up visits
We check your healing and answer whatever comes up along the way.
Recovery looks different for everyone. We will give you a realistic timeline based on your health and your procedure rather than a blanket promise.
Every woman is different, so the real answer comes from a consultation. If your concern turns out to be external rather than internal, or milder than a surgical fix calls for, we will point you toward a labiaplasty or ThermiVa instead. We would rather match you to what actually fits.
A lot of women carry this quietly for years, unsure whether it is something they are allowed to bring up. You are. As a women’s health practice, this is ordinary conversation for us. You do not have to check every box below to come in and ask.
You may be a good candidate if
You have mild to moderate sagging along the cheeks, jawline, or brow
You are not ready for a surgical facelift, or your concern does not call for one
You would rather have minimal downtime than a longer surgical recovery
You are interested in stimulating your own collagen, not just masking the issue
You are in good general health with realistic expectations
Vaginoplasty is one of several feminine rejuvenation options we offer, and some women combine it with a labiaplasty. It is also sometimes included as part of a Mommy Makeover.
Real results
Crowley may be a small town, but the women we care for come from all over Acadiana and beyond. Many women travel to us specifically because this is a women’s health practice, where this kind of conversation is routine rather than awkward.
Dr. Owens has been performing these procedures for many years, and takes the time to explain your options in plain language. The kind of care we give is the kind we would want for our own family. No pressure, no rushing, just real answers.
Real results
We offer great, affordable financing options for our patients who are seeking to achieve the body of their dreams.
Your consultation is always free. Tell us your goals and we will walk you through your options, your timeline, and what your results could look like. No pressure, no obligation.
527 Odd Fellows Road STE B, Crowley, LA 70526
Phone: (337) 455 7575
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