Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery Laguna Beach California Vaginal Rejuvenation.
The Laguna Institute for Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery
Dr. Red M. Alinsod, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ACGE
Vaginal Surgeon - Urogynecologist
We offer highly specialized surgery to restore and enhance the appearance of the vaginal area. These procedures frequently referred to as “Vaginal Rejuvenation,” “Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery,” “Cosmetic Vaginal Surgery,” or “vaginoplasty,” resurfaces and tightens the tissues to reclaim the youthful appearance and function of the vulvar and vaginal area. In ordinary terms, the procedure is essentially a “face lift” for the vulva and vagina. Dr. Alinsod has developed and pioneered many innovative techniques in this newly evolving field of cosmetic surgery and is happy to offer these services to his patients.
Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery - Vaginal Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Vaginal Surgery or vaginoplasty.
Due to the effects of childbirth, aging, trauma, and/or genetics, the vaginal tissue and surrounding muscles can become stretched and lose their strength and tone. The loose and unsatisfying feeling that many women feel can also be felt by their male partner during intercourse. Labial enlargement, unevenness, or traumatic tears from childbirth can also affect the labia to make it look unappealing. This can result in discomfort with intimate contact, chronic rubbing, a pulling sensation, vulvar pain, and an inability to wear certain types of clothes such as tight jeans or swimsuits. Most women simply live with these symptoms but now help is available. Femininity can be restored.
Vaginal Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Vaginal Surgery or vaginoplasty - Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery - labiaplasty
These surgical procedures can increase friction during intercourse and can enhance intimacy. Furthermore, labial contouring, commonly referred to “labiaplasty,” can be performed in the office in an outpatient setting. Many patients have flown in to Southern California and have received the highest of care, personalized service, and outstanding results.
Cosmetic Vaginal Surgery or vaginoplasty - Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery - labiaplasty - Vaginal Rejuvenation
Dr. Alinsod has the distinct advantage and experience as a reconstructive pelvic surgeon enabling him to tackle even the most difficult of cosmetic vaginal/vulvar cases. Unlike a plastic surgeon, who typically has no training in the art of reconstructive pelvic surgery, or a general gynecologist, who has little to no training in aesthetic vaginal/vulvar procedures, Dr. Alinsod is able to treat the whole woman in terms of her aesthetic, gynecologic, and urologic health by addressing any incontinence and pelvic prolapse that may be present at the time of the cosmetic procedure. This broad base of knowledge and experience combined with a sharp focus on aesthetics makes Dr. Alinsod the surgeon of choice. He welcomes your inquiries.
Red M. Alinsod, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ACGE
Urogynecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Red Alinsod was one of the very first surgeons in the United States to perform the innovative, safe, and efficacious “trans-obturator tape” incontinence sling and Posterior IVS vaginal suspension. He has also pioneered techniques in aesthetic vaginal surgeries that are both functional and cosmetic in nature.
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Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery - Vaginal Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Vaginal Surgery or vaginoplasty - labiaplasty.
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Dr. Alinsod graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1986 and completed his OB/GYN residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center in 1990. His focus in those early years was pelvic surgery. He was the first Rutledge Fellow at MD Anderson Cancer and Tumor Institute and was also selected as a Galloway Fellow at Memorial Sloan Kettering Medical Center.
Red was accepted to Yale’s Gynecologic Oncology fellowship but was unable to attend due to a military commitment with the US Air Force during this time of global strife. His career took a 180 degree turn as he headed the Gynecologic Services at George Air Force Base, CA, and Nellis Air Force Base, NV, as he concentrated on benign gynecology, urogynecology, and pelvic surgery. He was affectionately called a “Combat Gynecologist” by his colleagues. He was the first one to achieve the Accreditation Council of Gynecologic Endoscopy in Nevada. He left the Air Force as a Major in 1994 and joined Facey Medical Group in Southern California.
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Vaginal Rejuvenation, Cosmetic Vaginal Surgery or vaginoplasty. Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery - Vaginal Surgeon.
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Red is very active in presenting talks locally and nationally and in teaching physicians the art and science of incontinence/pelvic reconstructive surgery. Red’s focus on pelvic surgery to improve patient lives has led to innovations and inventions that will have a major impact on how pelvic reconstructive surgery is performed worldwide.
Vaginal Surgery, Aesthetic Vaginal Surgeon
Dr. Alinsod’s focus is on providing the highest quality of care to his patients in a compassionate and trustworthy manner. He is absolutely thrilled to be part of the South Coast family. He welcomes your correspondence and inquiries.
Dr. Red M. Alinsod, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ACGE
Vaginal Surgeon- Urogynecologist. Professional Affiliations
Dr. Red Alinsod realizes the importance of membership in organizations whose knowledge of current and up-to-date information help him provide the highest quality of services to his patients, and insures he can provide the highest level of womens health care. Association with specific groups is essential for progress in an ever-changing health care environment.
Labiaplasty, Vaginoplasty, Vaginal rejuvenation
Dr. Red M. Alinsod is a member of, and actively participates in the following organizations:
· ACOG (American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology), Fellow
· ABOG (American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology), Diplomate
· ACGE (Accreditation Council for Gynecologic Endoscopy), Fellow
· ACS (American College of Surgeons), Fellow
· AUGS (American Urogynecologic Society)
· IUGA (International Urogynecological Association)
· ICS (International Continence Society)
· AAGL (The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists)
· SLS (The Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons)
· CMA (California Medical Association)
· LACMA (Los Angeles County Medical Association)
· NAMS (North American Menopause Society)
· ACS (American College of Surgeons)
Procedures of Aesthetic Vaginal Surgery
by Dr. Red M. Alinsod, Vaginal Surgeon- Urogynecologist
Vaginoplasty is a surgical procedure that makes the vagina tighter by removing excess vaginal lining and tightening the surrounding soft tissues. Due to childbirth and even aging, the vagina can become stretched and the surrounding muscles lose their strength and tone. The loose feeling that many women feel is noticed even more by their male partner during sexual intercourse. Vaginoplasty decreases the diameter of the vagina, which results in increased friction during intercourse, making intercourse a much more pleasurable experience for the patient and her partner.
Labiaplasty - Some women feel uncomfortable with their enlarged labia minora (lips), which can lead to discomfort with wearing certain clothing, exercising, or having sex. The enlarged labia minora can have an abnormal appearance that can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. We have developed and refined a special reconstructive plastic surgical technique for labia reduction surgery to reduce uneven or large labia minora to a more comfortable, and more appealing size and shape.
Additional Procedures:
· Hymenoplasty
· Perineoplasty/ Perineorrhapy
· Laser Resurfacing
· Cystocele Repair
· Urethrocele Repair
· Urethrocele Repair
· Rectocele Repair
· Enterocele Repair
· Vaginal Vault Suspension
· Incontinence Sling
Click Here for a description of each procedure
What is Vaginal Rejuvenation?
By Dr. Red M. Alinsod, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ACGE, Vaginal Surgeon - Urogynecologist
One of the fastest growing segments of cosmetic surgery is female genital surgery. Many phrases are used to describe what is surgically done and the catch-all phrase lay people have seen with increasing regularity is “vaginal rejuvenation.” The branded name “Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation” has even gained national attention in print and television. In reality, vaginal rejuvenation is a marketing term referring to vaginoplasty, or the surgical tightening of the vaginal canal. Birth trauma, tissue stretching, and improper surgical healing are the usual reasons for requesting vaginal rejuvenation. Surgery usually entails a modification of a standard gynecologic procedure called “posterior repair” along with rebuilding of the perineum (the space between the vagina and rectum). This procedure was traditionally performed for a fallen or prolapsed rectum, or rectocele. A rectocele is a bulge of rectum going into the vagina. A similar appearing vaginal bulge is an enterocele. It is a bulge of small bowel going into the vagina. Gynecologists and urogynecologists have the most training performing these types of surgery. Lasers, scissors, cautery units, knives are used in surgery. Excellent results have been achieved by all these methods.
Urogynecologist are usually the specialists with the most advanced training in these types of advanced repairs. Vaginal rejuvenation typically takes about 60 minutes to complete depending whether or not a rectocele or enterocele has to be repaired and if mesh or tissues are used to repair the vaginal hernias.
In recent years reconstructive pelvic surgeons and urogynecologist, with specific training in pelvic and vaginal surgery, have popularized these aesthetic genital procedures and have helped provide it legitimacy. It was only several years ago when cosmetic vaginal surgery was attacked vigorously by many medical practitioners as barbaric, unnecessary, and frivolous. However, baby boomers drove the acceptance of these procedures and fueled the growth of this subspecialty. Women did not want to live with unflattering, sagging, and large labias, nor did they want to live with gaping open vaginas and lack of sensation when having sexual relations. Both young women wanting a sleeker appearance of their genitals and older women wanting to repair the ravages of childbirth and time are in the forefront of demand to look and feel young again. Southern California became the birthplace of this movement.
There is great controversy whether or not vaginal rejuvenation can improve the pleasure of intercourse or increase sexual desire. There are no randomized controlled studies showing that narrowing the vaginal canal improves orgasms or dramatically alters a woman’s sex life. Reports of improved sexual sensation from increased friction are by anecdotal experience and less scientific surveys. However, many couples do report more satisfying lovemaking, more tightness, and a belief that surgery has helped their sex lives.
There are only a handful of surgeons who perform these surgeries in adequate volumes to be proficient and adept. Technical skill is of paramount importance but having an artist’s eye is of equal value. The cost of a vaginal rejuvenation is approximately $6,000. Insurance companies do not typically cover vaginal rejuvenation. However, repair of cystocele, rectocele, enterocele, fallen uterus, and slings for incontinence are usually covered by medical insurance. Vaginal rejuvenation can be combined with pelvic prolapse repair at the same time. Some women even have their tummy tucks and breast augmentations done concomitantly as part of their “extreme makeover.”
Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
by Dr. Red M. Alinsod, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ACGE, Vaginal Surgeon - Urogynecologist
We have some of the most extensive and successful experience on the use of tissue and mesh in vaginal pelvic reconstruction. The use of recently developed devices has enabled a vaginal approach to even the most difficult of pelvic organ prolapse thereby eliminating almost all abdominal incisions. These recent innovations have made surgeries shorter, faster, outpatient, with fewer complication rates and higher success rates. Renowned surgeons from all areas of the country have flown in to observe Dr. Alinsod perform surgery. He has also taught numerous gynecologists and urologists nationwide in his techniques of repair. Less than 1% of all gynecologists are trained in these advanced procedures. Dr. Alinsod's efforts are focused at increasing these numbers.
FAQs Answers by Dr. Red M. Alinsod, M.D., FACOG, FACS, ACGE, Vaginal Surgeon - Urogynecologist
Laguna Institute de Cirugía Estética Vaginal
Cirugía Estética Vaginal
Ofrecemos servicios de cirugía altamente especializados para la rehabilitación y realce del aspecto de la zona vaginal. Estos procedimientos, generalmente llamados “rejuvenecimiento vaginal”, “cirugía estética vaginal”, “cirugía cosmética vaginal”, o “vaginoplastía”, reconstruyen la superficie y afirman los tejidos para recuperar la función y el aspecto joven de la zona vaginal y vulvar. Para expresarlo en términos más simples, el procedimiento es esencialmente un “lifting” de la vulva y la vagina. El Dr. Alinsod ha sido pionero en el desarrollo de muchas de las técnicas innovadoras en este novedoso campo de la cirugía cosmética y está complacido en ofrecer este servicio a sus pacientes.
Debido a los efectos que traen en el cuerpo el parto, envejecimiento, traumas o factores genéticos, se produce un estiramiento en el tejido vaginal y los músculos alrededor de esta zona que causa la pérdida de tonicidad y solidez. La sensación de flacidez e insatisfacción que experimentan muchas mujeres también la pueden sentir sus parejas durante las relaciones sexuales. El ensanchamiento labial, las irregularidades o rasgaduras traumáticas que se producen por el parto, también pueden hacer que los labios se vean poco atractivos. Esto puede traer incomodidades en la intimidad, irritaciones crónicas, una sensación de tirantez, dolor vulvar y no permitir usar determinados tipos de ropa como trajes de baño o jeans ajustados. La mayoría de las mujeres simplemente debe vivir con estos síntomas, pero ahora hay una solución. La feminidad se puede recuperar.
Estos procedimientos quirúrgicos pueden aumentar la fricción durante las relaciones sexuales y mejorar la intimidad. Además, el contorno labial, comúnmente llamado “labioplastía”, se puede realizar en el consultorio y sin necesidad de internación. Muchas pacientes han viajado hasta California del sur y recibieron la mejor atención, un servicio personalizado y resultados excepcionales.
El Dr. Alinsod se destaca por su vasta experiencia como cirujano de reconstrucción pélvica que le permite lidiar con los casos de cosmetología vaginal y vulvar más difíciles. A diferencia de los cirujanos plásticos, que habitualmente no cuentan con la práctica en el arte de la cirugía pélvica, o un ginecólogo general, que tampoco sabe acerca de los procedimientos de estética vaginal o vulvar, el Dr. Alinsod trata a la mujer íntegramente en términos de salud estética, ginecológica y urológica, buscando soluciones para cualquier prolapso pélvico o de incontinencia que pueda aparecer durante el procedimiento cosmético. Por sus sólidos conocimientos y amplia experiencia combinados con un enfoque claro en la estética, el Dr. Alinsod es el cirujano con quien se debe acudir. Además, estará encantado de responder a todas sus preguntas.
Red M. Alinsod, Doctor en Medicina, miembro del Colegio Americano de Tocología y Ginecología, miembro del Colegio Americano de Cirujanos y acreditado por el Consejo de Endoscopia Ginecológica
Uroginecología y cirugía reconstructiva pélvica
El Dr. Red Alinsod fue uno de los primeros cirujanos en EE.UU. que puso en práctica el novedoso, seguro y eficiente soporte para incontinencia de tipo “cinta trans-obturadora” y la suspensión vaginal mediante "IVS Posterior" (soporte intravaginal posterior). Asimismo, ha sido pionero en técnicas de cirugía estética vaginal de naturaleza tanto práctica como estética.
El Dr. Alinsod se graduó en la Escuela Universitaria de Medicina de Loma Linda en 1986 y completó su residencia en ginecología y obstetricia en el Centro Médico Universitario de Loma Linda en 1990. Su principal interés durante aquellos primeros años fue la cirugía pélvica. Fue el primero en recibir el patrocinio de la Rutledge Fellowship en el MD Anderson Cancer and Tumor Institute y también fue seleccionado como Fellow de la Galloway Fellowship en el Memorial Sloan Kettering Medical Center.
Red también fue aceptado en la Asociación de oncología ginecológica de Yale, pero no pudo asistir debido a compromisos militares con las Fuerzas Aéreas de EE.UU. durante esta época de conflictos mundiales. Su carrera dio un giro de 180 grados cuando se trasladó a los servicios ginecológicos de la Base Aérea George (California) y de la Base Aérea Nellis (Nevada) y comenzó a centrarse en la ginecología benigna, la uroginecología y la cirugía pélvica. Sus colegas le llamaban, de forma cariñosa, el “ginecólogo de combate”. Fue uno de los primeros en conseguir la acreditación del Consejo de Endoscopia Ginecológica de Nevada. Dejó las Fuerzas Aéreas como comandante en 1994 e ingresó en el Grupo Médico Facey del sur de California.
Red dedica buena parte de su tiempo a realizar charlas locales y nacionales, así como a la enseñanza del arte y la ciencia de la cirugía pélvica reconstructiva y para el tratamiento de la incontinencia. Los estudios de Red en cuanto a cirugía pélvica para mejorar la calidad de vida de los pacientes han dado como resultado innovaciones e invenciones que tendrán una gran influencia en la realización de la cirugía reconstructiva pélvica en todo el mundo.
El Dr. Alinsod se centra ahora en proporcionar atención médica de la más alta calidad sus pacientes, de forma comprensiva y digna de confianza. Está encantado de pertenecer a la familia de la Costa Sur. Además, estará encantado de responder por correo electrónico todas sus preguntas.
Cirugía de reconstrucción pélvica
Tenemos la experiencia más extensa y exitosa en el uso de tejido y malla para la reconstrucción pélvica vaginal. El uso de dispositivos recientemente desarrollados ha permitido acceder a los casos más difíciles de prolapso del órgano pélvico eliminando casi totalmente la necesidad de realizar incisiones en la zona abdominal. Gracias a estas modernas innovaciones las cirugías se pueden realizar ahora en menos tiempo, sin necesidad de internación, reduciendo los índices de complicaciones y aumentando el éxito de las operaciones. Cirujanos reconocidos de todas partes del país han visitado al Dr. Alinsod para observar su procedimiento quirúrgico. También ha enseñado sus técnicas de reparación a numerosos ginecólogos y urólogos del país. Menos del 1% de los ginecólogos poseen capacitación en estos procedimientos avanzados. Los esfuerzos del Dr. Alinsod están dirigidos a aumentar estas cifras.
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