MonaLisa Touch is a revolutionary treatment for mild urinary incontinence in women.
- REWIND TIME. MonaLisa Touch is a state-of-the-art laser therapy that eliminates or significantly reduces vaginal atrophy (vaginal dryness, itching, burning), dyspareunia (painful intercourse), and mild urinary incontinence.
- REGAIN CONFIDENCE. One after-effect of menopause and childbirth is mild urinary incontinence. Urinary issues like peeing while sneezing, urgency, and frequency can have a negative impact on quality of life.
- REIGNITE ROMANCE
Is Mona Lisa touch covered by insurance?
MonaLisa Touch is not covered by health insurance. Although there is an out of pocket cost for the MonaLisa Touch treatment, the benefits are profound and some patients have called it “life changing”. Does Mona Lisa touch help vaginal atrophy? Treatment with MonaLisa Touch can help reverse conditions related to menopause-related vaginal atrophy.
Are there any side effects from the Monalisa touch treatment?
Side effects reported with MonaLisa Touch procedure are typically mild and of short duration. In some cases, slight reddening, swelling and a mild discomfort in the vaginal region may be observed after the treatment. Some patients also may experience a slight discharge, or some light spotting. These symptoms usually disappear after 1-2 days.
What is the Mona Lisa touch procedure?
Vaginal atrophy may cause you to experience the following:
- Vaginal discomfort or bleeding
- Frequent or chronic UTI’s
- Painful intercourse and penetration
- Urinary incontinence
- A postmenopausal skin condition called Lichen Sclerosus
What is Mona Lisa touch laser therapy?
What Is MonaLisa Touch Laser Therapy? MonaLisa Touch is a vaginal rejuvenation treatment that uses a specialized CO2 laser to gently stimulate collagen production in vaginal tissue. The cells in the outer tissues of the vagina are estrogen-dependent and undergo atrophy when estrogen levels drop.
What does MonaLisa Touch do?
The MonaLisa Touch is a carbon dioxide laser specifically designed to treat vaginal tissue. Similar to laser facial treatments, the procedure uses lasers to make micro-abrasions or tiny scratches in the vaginal wall, which stimulate growth of new blood vessels.
How long does the Mona Lisa procedure last?
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 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.
How much does MonaLisa Touch treatment cost?
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.
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.
Why is Mona Lisa not covered by insurance?
While MonaLisa Touch fractional CO2 laser is approved for use, it is not the first line treatment. Estrogen has been approved for use for over 40 years and is considered the standard of care. There are no procedure codes for MonaLisa Touch and therefore not billable to insurance.
Does MonaLisa Touch help vaginal atrophy?
Treatment with MonaLisa Touch can help reverse conditions related to menopause-related vaginal atrophy. And for younger women, it can help tighten up stretched vaginal tissue (known as vaginal laxity) that can result after childbirth.
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 does vulvar atrophy look like?
Clinical findings include atrophy of the labia majora and vaginal introitus. The labia minora may recede. Vulvar and vaginal mucosae may appear pale, shiny, and dry; if there is inflammation, they may appear reddened or pale with petechiae. Vaginal rugae disappear, and the cervix may become flush with the vaginal wall.
How can I restore my vaginal walls?
To treat genitourinary syndrome of menopause, your doctor may first recommend over-the-counter treatment options, including: Vaginal moisturizers. Try a vaginal moisturizer (K-Y Liquibeads, Replens, Sliquid, others) to restore some moisture to your vaginal area. You may have to apply the moisturizer every few days.
Who Should Get Vaginal Laser Treatment (MonaLisa Touch)?
Vaginal laser treatment can help most people experiencing vaginal dryness and pain during sex. It might be a good choice for you if you’re looking for:
How many treatments for lichen sclerosus?
But if you have lichen sclerosus or certain cancers, you may need five or six treatments. During each treatment, here’s what you can expect:
What happens after the MonaLisa Touch procedure?
The procedure also aims to restore the pH of the vagina, thus minimizing the risk of infections.
How does a laser help the vagina?
The laser stimulates collagen production in the tissues of the vagina mucosa in order to improve the balance of the mucous membrane and restore proper functionality of the vagina.
Is it safe to reshape your vagina?
The FDA does not consider destroying or reshaping the vaginal tissues a safe method of rejuvenation. It deems the treatment as incredibly risky, going by what FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb said: “These products have serious risks and don’t have adequate evidence to support their use for these purposes. We are deeply concerned women are being harmed.”
Can pelvic floor physical therapy help with vaginal atrophy?
If you’re considering this treatment as a solution for vaginal atrophy, it may be worth thinking again. There are other vaginal atrophy solutions that won’t put you at risk – vaginal dilators and pelvic floor physical therapy are two options you may want to try before doing anything drastic and potentially irreversible.
Mona Lisa Touch Procedure: Who is it for?
Are you experiencing painful intercourse, feminine dryness, or mild urinary symptoms? These could be due to vaginal atrophy caused by changing estrogen levels. Symptoms like these can have a major effect on your quality of life.
How does Mona Lisa Touch Work?
A gentle laser stimulates vaginal tissue and your body’s natural healing reaction. This results in improved vaginal tone, moisture, and sensation. The in-office procedure only takes about five minutes.
Does the Mona Lisa touch really work?
Mona Lisa touch is changing women’s lives. It’s been shown to reduce pain with intercourse, increase vaginal moisture, and reduce other bothersome symptoms. Here’s what some of our patients here in Grants Pass have been saying about Mona Lisa Touch:
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How long does the Mona Lisa touch last?
Each actual procedure only lasts about five minutes, meaning that while the treatment period each year may take place over about 12 weeks, the total time actually spent receiving the treatment is about 15 minutes. It’s also generally not reported to cause pain for patients, though some discomfort is a possibility.
Is Mona Lisa touch good for women?
The Mona Lisa Touch procedure is an incredible advancement in vaginal health, and one that has helped revitalize many women in this area of their lives. It’s an excellent treatment for issues which may come as a result of post- menopausal changes, but one that has its pros and cons as any other medical treatment does. To get the best understanding of those points, though, it’s ideal to hear it from a medical professional who specializes in this field of health, such as an OB/GYN.
Is the Mona Lisa touch a medical procedure?
Of course, the Mona Lisa Touch isn’t a procedure free of any side effects or concerns, as with nearly any medical treatment. These are important to keep in mind when deciding whether to seek this treatment, as you may find that its benefits don’t outweigh the costs given your personal circumstances.
What to wear on day of treatment?
Dress in loose fitting pants and cotton underwear on the day of treatment
Is it important to follow your treatment provider instructions before and after treatment?
It’s important to follow your treatment provider instructions before and after treatment.
