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how long is monalisa touch treatment

by Prof. Nat Turner Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago
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The treatment requires no anesthesia, typically taking 3 procedures of 5 minutes each over 18 weeks. The therapy is designed to improve symptoms, often after just a single treatment. And more than 84% of women report significant, lasting improvement.Jun 24, 2021

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Where can I get a Monalisa touch® treatment?

There are MonaLisa Touch® clinics all over the world. Send an e-mail to [email protected] with the name of the city where you’d like to do the treatment, and we will get right back to you. There are various intravaginal laser therapies, how will I recognize the original MonaLisa Touch?

How does the Monalisa procedure work?

The MonaLisa procedure works by delivering laser energy and gently acting on the tissues of the vagina. The laser stimulates the production of collagen, improving functionality of the treated area and restoring the proper trophic balance. This, in turn, can stimulate a healing response.

What are the benefits of the Mona Lisa touch?

The Mona Lisa Touch can also improve your sexual health. After just a few treatments, many women experience an improvement in symptoms including dryness, burning, itching, and laxity.

How long will the results of the 3-session treatment last?

After the 3-session treatment the results can last for one year at least, depending on the severity of the atrophy, the patient’s age and life style (diet, smoking and so on). After one year your gynecologist can suggest you how many sessions should be performed again. Are there any contraindications?

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How long does a Mona Lisa treatment take?

How long does a treatment take? The actual treatment is brief, only 5 minutes. However, since treating the exterior is as important as treating the interior of the vagina for maximum results, a numbing cream is applied to these more sensitive nerve endings, which adds 20 minutes to the appointment time.

How long does MonaLisa Touch take to work?

Results from using the MonaLisa Touch Laser System are usually noticeable after 1 – 2 sessions. The timeframe for results will depend on the condition(s) being treated and what the patient's desired goals are.

How many treatments are there for the MonaLisa Touch?

What Is the Mona Lisa Touch® Laser Treatment Process? A series of three to four laser sessions is required. The sessions, which are scheduled about six weeks apart, use an FDA-approved technology and take about five minutes to complete.

How effective is MonaLisa Touch?

It has been clinically proven to provide effective results for vaginal dryness, vaginal laxity and mild urinary incontinence. The Mona Lisa Touch can also improve your sexual health. After just a few treatments, many women experience an improvement in symptoms including dryness, burning, itching, and laxity.

Is MonaLisa touch painful?

MonaLisa Touch treatments are not painful, but an anesthetic cream can be applied to reduce any discomfort experienced during the procedure. Patients should avoid sexual activity for a few days following the procedure, but can otherwise resume their normal routines without experiencing any downtime.

How do you prepare for the Mona Lisa?

Pre – Treatment RecommendationsShower or bathe the morning of treatment, so that the area to be treated is clean.Area must be clean and dry without traces of cream, lotions, or other substances that may interact with the laser.Clip or trim long pubic hair.

Can vaginal atrophy be reversed?

Currently, estrogen replacement is the best way to reverse vaginal atrophy and GSM. Not every woman will be able to use this treatment option, however. Concerns about the long-term effects of increased estrogen sometimes discourage doctors from prescribing it.

What is the average cost of the MonaLisa Touch?

How much does the Mona Lisa Touch cost? Currently the Mona Lisa Touch treatment is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by many insurance plans, the average cost ranges from $650 to around $1000 per treatment.

What are the side effects of MonaLisa Touch?

Are There Any Side Effects From The MonaLisa Touch TreatmentGeneral discomfort.Mild spotting or bleeding.Brown, pink, or watery vaginal discharge.Inflammation, redness, or swelling.Irritation, itching, tenderness, or a burning sensation with urination.

What is the difference between ThermiVA and MonaLisa Touch?

The biggest difference between them is the type of energy used to increase blood flow and promote collagen growth. ThermiVA is a radio frequency device that uses heat to achieve desired outcomes; whereas, the MonaLisa Touch uses laser energy to administer heat to penetrate vaginal tissue.

How long does it take to get a Mona Lisa treatment?

A typical course of Mona Lisa treatment is three procedures over 18 weeks. Many women enjoy positive results in the first one to three treatments. MonaLisa Touch provides lasting results. A once-a-year single treatment is recommended to maintain symptom relief.

How long does it take to get a laser inserted?

The laser treatment is painless, minimally invasive, and takes less than 5 minutes to perform. Some patients report mild discomfort with the laser tip insertion during the first procedure if there is vaginal dryness or atrophy.

Is anesthesia necessary for a tampon?

Anesthesia is not necessary. A small metal wand much like an ultrasound wand is inserted into the vagina (in the same place where a tampon would be inserted) and turned in a clockwise and counterclockwise motion targeting the vaginal tissue.

Does Mona Lisa help with dryness?

It has been clinically proven to provide effective results for vaginal dryness, vaginal laxity and mild urinary incontinence. The Mona Lisa Touch can also improve your sexual health. After just a few treatments, many women experience an improvement in symptoms including dryness, burning, itching, and laxity. Many women also notice ...

How long to use aquphor after a wash?

Reapply occlusive ointment such as Aquphor after each wash and continue to use until skin is healed. Avoid lifting heavy weights or doing intense physical exercise for 3-4 days following the treatment. Refrain from sexual intercourse for a week (7 days) after the treatment. Wear loose, cotton underwear.

How to treat vulvar?

Shower or bathe the morning of treatment, so that the area to be treated is clean. Shave the vulvar area before your treatment. Dress in loose fitting pants and cotton underwear on the day of treatment.

How to get rid of long pubic hair?

Area must be clean and dry without traces of cream, lotions, or other substances that may interact with the laser. Clip or trim long pubic hair. Post – Treatment Instructions.

What is the MonaLisa Touch?

MonaLisa Touch ® is a gentle laser therapy that delivers controlled energy to the vaginal wall tissue. It restores vaginal health by generating new collagen, elastin and vascularization. The MonaLisa Touch ® was first available outside the US where thousands of patients have been treated worldwide.

How does it work?

The MonaLisa Touch uses gentle laser energy that is delivered via a side-firing probe inserted into the vaginal canal. A two-part pulse targets surface tissue and deep tissue to promote vaginal mucosal revitalization.

Does the procedure work?

The procedure requires no anesthesia. Some patients may experience some discomfort the first time the probe is inserted, but the actual treatment is not painful. Many patients report that it feels like a gentle vibration.

How long does it take?

Patients receive three treatments, spaced six weeks apart, which each take less than five minutes to perform.

When will I see results?

Most patients feel improvement after the very first MonaLisa Touch treatment, although the procedure calls for three treatments that are generally spaced over an 18-week period.

How long does it last?

Patients should expect to come back annually for a maintenance treatment. Your Provider will determine with you if follow up treatments are required.

What are my limitations after the procedure is done?

Patients should refrain from sexual activity for 2-3 days. Our Provider will determine a post-procedure regimen that is right for you.

What is Mona Lisa Touch?

MonaLisa Touch® is the ideal treatment for those who are looking for a less invasive procedure, compared to traditional surgical or pharmaceutical treatments. Remember, no one can advise you better about MonaLisa Touch® and what is best for you to achieve best results than your doctor.

How long does a 3 session gynecologist last?

After the 3-session treatment the results can last for one year at least , depending on the severity of the atrophy, the patient’s age and life style (diet, smoking and so on). After one year your gynecologist can suggest you how many sessions should be performed again.

How long does it take for a syringe to heal?

Many have reported to have resumed their normal routine after one to three days. During the healing period, it may be recommended to avoid lifting weights or some activities, such as taking a hot bath, or physical exercise. Your doctor will give you specific indications for a speedy recovery.

Is Mona Lisa Touch a pharmacological treatment?

MonaLisa Touch® is now the most effective non-surgical and non-pharmacological solution for preventing and treating vaginal atrophy and its after-effects, which many women suffer from during menopause and after childbirth. HOW IT WORKS.

Does Mona Lisa touch work?

MonaLisa Touch® prevents and resolves estrogen drops in the vaginal tissue (typically occurring during menopause or after childbirth) by re-activating the production of new collagen and reestablishing the conditions that the vaginal mucosa once had.

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