28. Labiaplasty and Female Rejuvenation Explained

For many women, the first question about labiaplasty comes from a very practical place: clothing feels uncomfortable, workouts feel distracting, bathing suits feel hard to shop for, or anatomy has changed after pregnancy or weight loss. In this episode, Dr. Bill Kortesis and Dr. Gaurav Bharti talk with Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville by H/K/B partners Dr. Mindy Haws and Dr. Mary Gingrass about candidacy, consultation conversations, recovery, technique, anatomy, and the reasons this procedure can bring so much relief for the right patient.Dr. Mary Gingrass is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Nashville with more than 25 years of experience and a practice focused on cosmetic breast surgery and body contouring. A third-generation plastic surgeon, she is known for her patient education, revisionary breast implant surgery expertise, and national work teaching body contouring techniques.Connect with Dr. Gingrass:Mary Gingrass, M.D. at Plastic Surgery Center of NashvilleDr. Melinda Haws is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Nashville who focuses on breast enhancement, body contouring, and helping patients address changes after pregnancy, weight loss, or aging. She brings a thoughtful, women-centered perspective to aesthetic surgery, with an emphasis on clear education and individualized care.Connect with Dr. Haws:Melinda Haws M.D. at Plastic Surgery Center of NashvilleResources mentioned:Petals Hardcover by Nick Karras 5 Things Women Should Know About Labiaplasty:Discomfort is one of the most common reasons women ask about labiaplasty.A consult should include a clear conversation about anatomy, goals, and what can safely be changed.Recovery is usually measured in days for daily activity, with longer restrictions for exercise, sex, biking, and anything that creates friction.Symmetry can improve, but natural anatomy still guides the final result.The happiest patients tend to be informed, realistic, and clear on what they want to feel better about.Welcome to HKB Uncut: the Health, Knowledge, and Beauty Podcast. On this show, Dr. Bill Kortesis & Dr. Gaurav Bharti unpack the newest techniques and trends in cosmetic surgery, how to tune out the social media noise to make empowered decisions about your appearance, and what you need to know before you book a procedure. Dr. Bill Kortesis and Dr. Gaurav Bharti are board certified plastic surgeons and Co-Founders of HKB Cosmetic Surgery, an award-winning practice with ten locations across five states. Connect with HKB: WebsiteYouTubeInstagramBefore & After GalleryBlogTikTok