Thank you for sharing your concerns; these are very common experiences during menopause and after starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Changes in the appearance and feel of the vaginal area can be linked to reduced estrogen levels, which affect the elasticity, tissue thickness, and hydration of the vaginal and vulvar tissues. Here’s some insight into your question: Vaginal Tightening Surgery Vaginal tightening surgery, often referred to as vaginoplasty, is designed to tighten the vaginal canal and surrounding muscles. The goal is to restore firmness and improve tone, which can enhance sexual satisfaction for some people. However: Internal Changes: If your primary concern is how things feel inside during sex, vaginoplasty may help if looseness is due to overstretched muscles, often related to childbirth. However, it may not significantly improve sensation if the issue stems from diminished lubrication, tissue thinning, or nerve changes. External Appearance: To address the external appearance (e.g., shrinking or loose labia), a separate procedure called labiaplasty can reshape the labia. Combining this with vaginoplasty may improve both appearance and some sensations. Limitations: Surgery can’t completely reverse hormonal tissue changes. If reviews mention no difference in sensation during sex, it may be because factors like lubrication, arousal, and nerve function (which surgery doesn’t directly address) also play key roles. Alternative or Complementary Approaches Before committing to surgery, it might be worth considering other options to address both functional and aesthetic concerns: Pelvic Floor Therapy: Physical therapy for the pelvic floor muscles can improve tone and sensation without surgery. A pelvic floor therapist can evaluate your specific needs. Non-Surgical Treatments: Laser or Radiofrequency Devices: Treatments like CO₂ laser therapy or radiofrequency energy can stimulate collagen production, improve elasticity, and help with vaginal tightness and external appearance. PRP Injections: Platelet-rich plasma therapy, sometimes called the "O-Shot," may enhance sensation and tissue health. HRT Adjustment: Since you’re on pellet therapy, it might be worth discussing with your doctor whether optimizing your hormone levels, including localized vaginal estrogen or DHEA, could further improve tissue quality and elasticity. If you need help and are local, or are willing to fly, to California. I am an expert in HRT. I am an expert in this field. I can not waive the fees just as you are aware, or the procedure costs. My office phone number is 310.772.0072 I am in Los Angeles California and would like to help you with BHRT aka pellets, if you need vaginal rejuvenation, I also can provide that. I have been doing this for over 20 years. Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) protocols are designed to restore and maintain hormonal balance, relieve symptoms, and prevent the common conditions and diseases associated with hormonal imbalance and declining estrogen and testosterone levels. These include but are not limited to Alzheimer’s Disease, Cognitive Decline with Aging, Osteoporosis, Colon Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Breast Cancer, Urinary Incontinence, Auto-immune disease, and more. Sexual Health & Wellness: Individualized treatment options for low libido, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, sexual arousal, and orgasmic disorder that are safe, effective, and minimally invasive that help women regain their confidence and enhance intimacy. Pelvic Floor & Urinary Tract Health: FDA-approved treatments for urinary incontinence, urinary frequency and urgency, recurrent UTI, vulvodynia, vaginismus, PSAD, pelvic pain, and pelvic floor prolapse. Dr. Berman’s treatments focus on helping women regain control, get relief from symptoms, and restore pelvic floor health.