Question 1

Who is a candidate for labiaplasty?

Accepted Answer

Labiaplasty may be suitable for women aged 18 or over who experience physical discomfort, irritation during exercise or daily activities, chafing from clothing, difficulty with hygiene, or functional concerns related to the size, shape, or symmetry of the labia. A GP referral is required for the first consultation, not before booking it at Dr Georgina Konrat's Bondi Junction practice in Sydney. Two consultations are then required, with at least one in person. During these, Dr Konrat (MBBS, FACCSM) takes a detailed medical history, discusses individual concerns, and performs a clinical assessment to determine whether the procedure is appropriate. The initial consultation fee is $165. Labiaplasty is not suitable for everyone, and Dr Konrat will be honest if the procedure is unlikely to address the concerns raised. After the two consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 2

What is the DOVE Surgery Technique for labiaplasty?

Accepted Answer

Dr Georgina Konrat invented and developed the DOVE Surgery Technique for labiaplasty (Double Offset V-Plasty with Extended De-epithelialisation), officially published in the Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine in 2012. It uses superficial dissection within outer tissue layers and places the closure within the body of the labia rather than at the visible edge. These are operative design features and do not demonstrate preservation of deeper structures or predict scarring, sensation, healing or another individual outcome. Each procedure is planned after individual clinical assessment.

Question 3

How long does the procedure take?

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The surgical component is often planned for about 60 to 90 minutes, but the time varies with the individual procedure. The full visit also includes preparation and monitored recovery. Dr Konrat provides an individual estimate during the consultation process and confirms the facility and discharge plan. A GP referral is required for the first consultation but is not required to book it. After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 4

What type of anaesthesia is used?

Accepted Answer

Labiaplasty may be performed under local anaesthetic with oral sedation or under general anaesthesia. Local anaesthetic is intended to numb the treatment area, but pressure, movement or discomfort may still be noticed and should be reported. General anaesthesia has different risks, monitoring and recovery requirements. Dr Konrat assesses the options using the proposed procedure, medical history, other clinical factors and patient preferences. Both approaches carry risks.

Question 5

How much does labiaplasty cost?

Accepted Answer

The cost depends on the individual procedure plan, anaesthesia and facility. A personalised written quote is provided during the consultation process and itemises the relevant fee components. The initial consultation fee is $165 and the surgical fee is separate. Medicare and private health insurance rebates do not apply to treatment at this practice. A GP referral is required for the first consultation but is not required to book it. After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 6

Is labiaplasty covered by Medicare?

Accepted Answer

Medicare and private health insurance rebates do not apply to procedures performed at this practice. MBS item 35533 may apply through a different practitioner pathway when the documented clinical circumstances meet the relevant criteria. Dr Georgina Konrat (MBBS, FACCSM) provides procedures through her Bondi Junction practice on a private fee basis. The initial consultation fee is $165, two consultations are required (with at least one in person), patients must be 18 or over, and after the two consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 7

How long is the recovery period?

Accepted Answer

Recovery varies between patients. Swelling, bruising and discomfort may occur, and the time needed away from work depends on the individual procedure, work and healing. Patients receive written instructions about wound care, symptom management and when activities may resume. Dissolvable sutures are used, but the time they take to dissolve varies. The practice commonly schedules follow-up at about one week and six weeks. Healing and appearance continue to change over time.

Question 8

When can I return to work?

Accepted Answer

The amount of leave required varies with the procedure, work duties and healing. A desk-based role and a physically demanding role may require different plans. Dr Konrat provides individual advice before surgery, and patients should not assume a return-to-work date from another patient's experience.

Question 9

When can I exercise after labiaplasty?

Accepted Answer

Exercise instructions are individual. Running, cycling, swimming, horse riding, gym exercise and contact sports may be restricted while the area heals. Resume each activity only when the treating team confirms it is appropriate. Returning earlier than instructed may affect the wound and recovery.

Question 10

When can I resume sexual intercourse?

Accepted Answer

Sexual activity is restricted during recovery because it can affect the wound and cause discomfort. The required period varies with the procedure and healing. Resume only when Dr Konrat confirms it is appropriate for the individual recovery.

Question 11

Will there be visible scarring?

Accepted Answer

All surgery causes scarring. The DOVE Surgery Technique places the closure within the body of the labia rather than at the visible edge, but this design does not establish that a scar will be inconspicuous or establish a finer scar than another technique. Scar location, appearance and change over time vary between patients. Dr Konrat discusses the expected scar location and the risk of noticeable or raised scarring during consultation.

Question 12

Will I lose sensation after labiaplasty?

Accepted Answer

Altered sensation, including temporary or permanent change, is a recognised risk of labiaplasty. The DOVE Surgery Technique uses superficial dissection as a feature of its operative design, but this does not establish that sensation will be unchanged or establish a lower rate of sensation change than another technique. Dr Konrat discusses this risk during consultation.

Question 13

What is the 7-day cooling-off period?

Accepted Answer

After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before cosmetic surgery can be booked or a deposit paid at Dr Georgina Konrat's Bondi Junction practice in Sydney. This is an Australian regulatory requirement under the Medical Board of Australia's guidelines for cosmetic surgery. The purpose is to provide time to consider the proposed procedure, risks and complications, costs, recovery and alternatives without pressure. After the cooling-off period, the patient can contact the practice to schedule the procedure if they wish to proceed. Patients must also be 18 or over and have a GP referral. Dr Konrat (MBBS, FACCSM) treats this as part of the informed-consent process.

Question 14

Can labiaplasty be combined with other procedures?

Accepted Answer

Labiaplasty can sometimes be performed alongside another procedure at Dr Georgina Konrat's Bondi Junction practice in Sydney. One possible combination is labiaplasty with mons pubis liposuction, which addresses fatty tissue in the mons pubis area using the tumescent technique under local anaesthetic. Whether a combined approach is appropriate depends on individual anatomy, clinical needs and the procedures being considered. Combining procedures changes the operating time and recovery plan. Dr Konrat (MBBS, FACCSM) assesses each case individually and discusses whether a combined approach is suitable across the two required consultations. A GP referral is required for your appointment rather than before booking, the initial consultation fee is $165, and after the two consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 15

What should I expect at my consultation?

Accepted Answer

At least two pre-operative consultations are required, including at least one in person with the doctor who would perform the surgery. A GP referral is required for the first consultation but is not required to book it. The first consultation covers medical history, concerns, clinical assessment, procedure options, risks and alternatives. Consent is not requested at the first consultation. The later consultation and consent process can include the individual procedure plan and written fee estimate. After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 16

Is the consultation with Dr Konrat herself?

Accepted Answer

The practice states that both required consultations are directly with Dr Georgina Konrat (MBBS, FACCSM), who also performs the procedure. The practice states that its current clinical team is all female; current staffing and the people involved in an individual procedure can be confirmed during consultation. The initial consultation fee is $165. A GP referral is required for the first consultation but is not required to book it.

Question 17

What qualifications does Dr Konrat hold?

Accepted Answer

Dr Georgina Konrat is a cosmetic doctor who holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Sydney and is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine (FACCSM). She has practised medicine since 1997 and holds AHPRA General Registration number MED0001407863. Dr Konrat invented and developed the DOVE Surgery Technique for labiaplasty, officially published in the Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine in 2012.

Question 18

What if I need a revision procedure?

Accepted Answer

Dr Georgina Konrat assesses revision labiaplasty for patients who have had a previous procedure. The current anatomy, previous technique, scarring and individual concerns affect what may be possible, and revision is not appropriate in every case. A GP referral is required for the first consultation but is not required to book it. After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 19

Where is the procedure performed?

Accepted Answer

The practice is located at Suite 402, Level 4, 59-75 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction NSW 2022. The individual procedure, anaesthetic, facility, monitoring, discharge and support-person arrangements are confirmed during the consultation process. Patients must be 18 or over. A GP referral is required for the first consultation but is not required to book it. After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

Question 20

How do I book a consultation?

Accepted Answer

Consultations can be booked online or by calling 02 9188 1949 during business hours. A GP referral is required for the first consultation and may be brought or supplied at the appointment; it is not required before booking, but the consultation cannot proceed without it. At least two pre-operative consultations are required, including at least one in person with the doctor who would perform the surgery. The initial consultation fee is $165. After the two required consultations and informed consent, a minimum seven-day cooling-off period applies before surgery can be booked or a deposit paid.

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