My OBGYN Specialists clinic is one of the places which offer the MonaLisa Touch treatment that has made many patients in the past very satisfied and content. The name of this procedure probably sounds quite silly, especially when you find out that it is a vaginal rejuvenation nonsurgical treatment for women. 

The MonaLisa Touch vaginal rejuvenation procedure is recommended for women who are suffering from different issues, such as pain during sexual intercourse, sexual dysfunction, vaginal burning or dryness, urinary problems, etc. To offer long-term relief and elevate the discomfort and pain caused by these conditions, these types of treatments are very often recommended for patients everywhere. 

Women’s issues at a certain point in their adult lives are often caused by the decline in estrogen levels, which potentially sometimes leads to changes in our reproductive health, or in this case, it leads to vaginal changes. Menopause, perimenopause, or the period after giving birth can be very challenging for some women. Hence, experts decided to try and create a treatment that would be efficient for these particular conditions. 

Many women have tried different therapies, including hormonal therapy or estrogen products such as creams. Still, unfortunately, they did not do much, and the results were quite disappointing, so the discomfort and pain kept occurring. 

What Exactly Does the MonaLisa Touch Treatment Do?

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Although the treatment itself sounds very classy and sophisticated, in reality, it is a straightforward nonsurgical treatment for vaginal rejuvenation that gives relief very effectively and gives some life-changing experiences to women who decide to undergo this treatment. It is performed by a laser, and it has been proven through multiple studies that it helps with the dryness of the vagina, vaginal laxity, and mild forms of urinary incontinence. 

Here is a list of conditions and symptoms which might be occurring in your everyday life that can be treated with the Mona Lisa procedure: 

  • Penetration is painful 
  • Sexual intercourse is uncomfortable and painful 
  • Vaginal bleeding 
  • Urinary tract infections (frequent or chronic)
  • Vaginal discomfort 
  • Urinary incontinence, i.e., leaking urine during laughing or coughing 
  • A skin condition called lichen sclerosus
  • Vaginal laxity (stretched vaginal tissue, loss of sensation during intercourse)
  • Loss of sexual desire 
  • Decrease in sexual satisfaction 

In addition to the positives mentioned above, it can help your sex life and health. After a couple of treatments, many patients see improvements in their symptoms, which often include burning, dryness, laxity, and itching. Pain during intercourse decreases, and you get to enjoy your intimate time much more. 

The Procedure 101

Due to the fact that the name of the treatment does not tell you a single thing, here are some exciting details and facts which might help you prepare for your scheduled MonaLisa Touch treatment. 

The procedure itself is performed in your chosen medical provider’s office, and anesthesia is not used. The patient lies on the examination table and spreads their legs so the doctor can approach their intimate area. 

As with a transvaginal ultrasound, the doctor uses a wand (in this case, a metal one), which is inserted into the vagina (where you insert your tampon) and turned clockwise and in reverse to target the vaginal tissue being treated. The carbon dioxide laser used during the procedure is very gentle, stimulating the healing of the vaginal canal. 

Besides being safe, the MonaLisa Touch treatment is also painless, and it takes around five minutes to finish the procedure. The patients rarely experience pain or side effects, but be aware that you might experience some discomfort when the tip of the laser is inserted, especially if you suffer from vaginal atrophy or dryness. 

All women are different, so if your pain tolerance is low, you can take some over-the-counter painkillers, which might help you ease the pain. But even if you are sensitive, the treatment is very short, so you will likely be able to handle it.

Am I Wasting My Money?

Even though the results from the MonaLisa Touch vaginal rejuvenation treatment come quite fast, people often wonder whether the treatment works, how long the effects last, and if they are wasting their money on something that will not resolve their issues on a more long-term basis.

This article is here to answer these types of questions as well, so continue reading. The treatment works on a straightforward principle: the laser energy gets delivered towards the vaginal tissue, and it stimulates collagen production, which helps improve the functional features of the areas being treated and reverses vaginal atrophy into a proper trophic balance. This helps with the healing process. 

The laser also makes your vagina form more blood vessels and produce elastin, which alongside collagen, is one of the two proteins that keep your vaginal elasticity and strength intact. 

Regarding the long-term effects of the vaginal rejuvenation treatment, firstly, it is essential to emphasize that one might need up to three procedures over 18 weeks. Very often, women see changes after the first out of the three treatments, which is always a motivating factor. 

After the first treatments are done, most often, only one follow-up treatment per year is necessary to maintain the balance. Most women combine this treatment together with their annual gynecological check-ups. 

When it comes to wasting money, this treatment is not one of those you will regret. For example, for cases of vaginal atrophy, it does not only relieve symptoms; it addresses the causes of the atrophy to cure it. 

Another advantage of a MonaLisa Touch procedure is that the downtime is almost non-existent, except that the patients should avoid sexual relations at least five days after the treatment for everything to heal. 

Side Effects and Risks 

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As mentioned at the beginning of the article, this procedure is nonsurgical, minimally invasive, and pain-free. This said, many women tolerate pain well, but some others cannot tolerate pain well at all. In these cases, the treatment can be deemed uncomfortable, and it might carry some side effects such as mild vaginal bleeding, discharge from the vagina after the procedure, itching, burning, or vaginal tenderness. 

In any case, all of these side effects are short-term, very temporary, and should be gone in a day or two. Of course, if they continue, intensify, or you start experiencing severe pains and fever, call your chosen doctor immediately. 

Schedule Your Mona Lisa Now!

The expert team working in our clinic on the MonaLisa Touch treatment is one of the best in the country, so make sure you use this opportunity and schedule a treatment as soon as possible. Your reproductive health can be approached from many different angles, and there is a wide variety of treatments that can help you deal with a particular condition. 

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