About MonaLisa Touch

Restore Confidence

MonaLisa Touch is a painless and minimally invasive CO2 laser treatment for women experiencing changes in vaginal health after menopause. MonaLisa Touch laser therapy promotes the restoration of collagen and improves functionality of the treated area. The recommended treatment is three sessions spaced over twelve weeks, but some women report noticeable changes after only one treatment. This is an in-office procedure with no anesthesia or downtime required.

No Downtime

MonaLisa Touch delivers gentle laser energy to restore overall vaginal health and improve functionality in a fast, pain free and nonsurgical manner with no anesthesia or downtime required.

Restore Natural Function

MonaLisa Touch rejuvenates the vaginal wall quickly and painlessly with a gentle laser therapy treatment. Rather than masking the changes in vaginal health experienced after menopause, it works to restore natural function to the treated area with long-lasting results and a quick recovery time. Improve your confidence and sexual well-being by consulting Dr. Johnson about the MonaLisa Touch treatment today.

How it Works

The MonaLisa Touch is a minimally invasive procedure that uses C02 fractional laser technology to reverse vaginal atrophy and laxity, often caused by hormonal changes in pre- and post-menopausal women. The laser is inserted into the vagina and laser pulses stimulate new collagen production in the vaginal wall. MonaLisa Touch laser treatments naturally increase blood flow and lubrication to help improve the natural function of the vagina.

What to Expect During the Procedure

Laser vaginal revitalization is an outpatient procedure that lasts less than 10 minutes. Three sessions over a 12 week period are recommended to achieve the best results. MonaLisa Touch laser treatments are not painful. Patients should abstain from sexual activity for two days following the procedure, but can otherwise resume their normal routines.

Are You a Candidate?

Hormonal changes are a natural part of life. When women enter menopause, either naturally or because of cancer treatments or surgical procedures, estrogen production declines. The lack of estrogen can cause symptoms like vaginal dryness, itching, urinary incontinence and pain during intercourse which can profoundly impact your life. The MonaLisa Touch™ treatment can help relieve your symptoms by encouraging new collagen growth to restore vaginal health and functionality.

What Is Vaginal Atrophy?

Vaginal Atrophy is the thinning, drying, and inflammation of vaginal walls experienced by many women due to a reduction in estrogen. Also called genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), these symptoms are strictly due to menopausal changes. The MonaLisa Touch laser treatment works to promote collagen growth and treats these symptoms rather than masking them to restore vaginal health and functionality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MonaLisa Touch?

The MonaLisa Touch is an innovative laser designed to treat vaginal atrophy, or genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) and symptoms like vaginal dryness, itching and burning that are caused by hormonal changes. The MonaLisa Touch uses minimally invasive laser technology to rehydrate the vaginal walls and restore their natural function. The MonaLisa Touch safely stimulates new collagen production to help restore vaginal health and alleviate discomfort caused by hormonal changes.

What conditions does the MonaLisa Touch treat?

Hormonal changes are a natural part of life. When estrogen deficiencies occur because of menopause, breastfeeding, hysterectomies, or cancer treatments, many women experience uncomfortable side effects. The minimally invasive MonaLisa Touch procedure can effectively stimulate new collagen production and alleviate symptoms like vaginal dryness, itching, irritation and pain during intercourse to improve the quality of your life.

Am I a suitable candidate for MonaLisa Touch?

If you are a woman with vaginal atrophy or laxity caused by hormonal changes, and are experiencing symptoms like vaginal dryness, itching or pain, especially during intercourse, the MonaLisa Touch can help. The MonaLisa Touch procedure is an ideal treatment for women who don’t want to undergo risky hormone replacement therapy or major surgery, but want relief from their symptoms. The MonaLisa Touch procedure is minimally invasive and can greatly enhance your quality of life and sexual wellbeing without dangerous side effects. Remember, no one can advise you better about MonaLisa Touch and your treatment options than your doctor.

How does the MonaLisa Touch treatment work?

The MonaLisa Touch treatment is performed using a special CO2 fractional laser, specifically designed for this type of application. The procedure is carried out in a doctor's office and usually does not require anesthesia. The laser application itself lasts less than five minutes! Typically, three treatments are needed over the course of 12 weeks to deliver the best results.

Is anesthesia required?

No, the procedure does not require anesthetic.

What are the benefits of this treatment?

The MonaLisa Touch helps alleviate symptoms related to estrogen deficiencies and genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), a widespread problem among pre- and post-menopausal women. By stimulating collagen production in the vaginal walls, the treatment can restore the vagina’s function and eliminate vaginal dryness, troublesome itching, irritation and pain, which often become particularly acute during intercourse. As a result, patients feel more comfortable and their intimate relationships are enhanced.

What is the recovery like?

Since laser vaginal revitalization is minimally invasive, patients can return home to recover following the procedure. Patients should refrain from sexual activity for two days following treatment, but can otherwise resume their normal routines. Your doctor will give you specific recommendations to ensure a speedy recovery.

What type of results can I expect?

Most patients report a reduction in symptoms such as dryness, burning, itching and pain during intercourse, which substantially improves their quality of life. Though three sessions are recommended, patients will start to notice results after the first treatment.