Vaginal Atrophy and Dryness

As we age, biological factors contribute to the loss of fat and supportive structures in the face. Similarly, this may occur in other parts of the body, particularly our intimate areas. The combined effects of hormone fluctuations along with changes in the body’s connective tissues may result in vaginal atrophy and produce symptoms that include vaginal dryness, thinning skin, laxity of the vaginal lips and wall, urinary incontinence and decreased sensation. Together, these symptoms may cause profound psychological stress, decrease libido and have a negative effect on your sex life.

Treatment

Feminine Intimate Wellness and Aesthetic Gynaecology is a revolutionary branch of medicine focussed on addressing these concerns.

Non-surgical options include FemiLift Laser Rejuvenation for tightening and plumping of the vaginal walls, and to address involuntary urinary leakage. Platelet Rich Plasma Treatments (O-shot™) to rejuvenate tissues, restore libido, improve sensation and overall skin quality. Labia Majora Augmentation to restore volume loss, reshape contours and rehydrate the skin.

Surgical options include Labiaplasty to improve the external appearance of the labia majora and minora.

Dr. Leon Ehlers

Aesthetic Medicine & Aesthetic Gynecology

Dr. Leon Ehlers graduated from the University of Pretoria with the degree MBChB in 1982. After his time in the South African National Defence Force, he started his own medical practice in 1985 in Sunnyridge on the East Rand of Johannesburg. Over the subsequent 19 years he built up a large and successful medical suite where his scope of practice involved general medicine, obstetrics & gynaecology and general surgery including mammoplasty, ENT as well as abdominal surgery.

In 1995 he was considered a pioneer in the field of Sexology and co-ordinated in the Institute of Sexology in Pretoria Hospital’s Urology Department.

In 2004 Dr. Leon sought after a change in pace and a different quality of life and made the decision to move to Umhlanga Rocks. It was considered a massive endeavour to pack up and start up a new practice in a different province after having established such a large medical suite. However, he rose to the challenge and carried out his vision to create a family practice that placed particular emphasis on male and female executive health, and to incorporate general and gynaecological aesthetics as well as anti-aging medicine to provide holistic patient wellness.

In late 2017 he was also involved with establishing The Institute of Aesthetic Options where he currently acts as a consultant, educator and trainer for facial aesthetics and sexual health.

Dr. Leon has over 20 years of experience with aesthetic & anti-aging medicine and frequently hosts educational and training seminars at Aesthetic Options where some of South Africa’s most recognisable and accomplished aesthetic practioners have come together to share knowledge and skills in order to provide our clients with highest quality, science-based aesthetic medicine practices.

Training & Accomplishments:

MBChB (Pretoria)
Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine (American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine)
Certification in Invasive & Non-Invasive Aesthetic Gynaecology
Certifications in Functional, Integrative & Anti-aging Medicine
Master Class in Facial Anatomy
Master Class in Sexology
Master Class in Neurotoxins (Botox® and Dysport®)
Master Class in Facial & Body Fillers
Master Class in Facial & Body Thread Lifting

Professional Memberships:

South African Medical Association (SAMA)
American Academy of Aesthetic & Anti-aging Medicine
South African Aesthetic & Anti-aging Medicine
European Society of Aesthetic Gynaecology
South African Occupational Health Society