MonaLisa Touch | Vaginal Rejuvenation | Boca Raton Gynecology

What is MonaLisa Touch?

This MonaLisa Touch procedure is a laser treatment for vaginal rejuvenation. It is performed by a trained doctor. The procedure only takes a few minutes. The laser pulse will stimulate the vaginal wall, promoting natural healing.

Who should get the MonaLisa Touch procedure?

The patients who benefit from MonaLisa Touch and are candidates are often experiencing  painful intercourse, sexual dysfunction, vaginal dryness, burning and/or urinary incontinence. As we age, estrogen levels decline, this may lead to vaginal changes and discomfort. It’s not uncommon or unusual for women to experience these changes during perimenopause, menopause and even after childbirth.

Many women have tried hormone therapy and/or estrogen creams and have not found the results to be effective. Additionally, women who have cancer or have received cancer treatments experience these systems and MonaLisa Touch may be a possible treatment option. If you think you may be a candidate or want to learn more, we encourage you to call the Women's Wellness Center in Boca Raton at discuss your options. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MonaLisa Touch?

MonaLisa Touch is a medical laser that delivers controlled energy to the vaginal tissue to revitalize the cells in the vaginal mucosa (vaginal tissue) so that these cells make more collagen, an essential ingredient in vaginal cell health.

How does it work?

MonaLisa Touch implements laser energy that is delivered via a probe inserted into the vaginal canal. A two-part pulse targets surface (epithelial) tissue and deep (lamina propria) tissue to promote vaginal mucosal revitalization.

What clinical trials have been conducted on the MonaLisa Touch?

A multisite study was conducted by Dr. Mickey Karram, Director of Fellowship Program on Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery at The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH and Dr. Eric Sokol, Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Stanford University Medical Center. Preliminary findings from a trial evaluating the laser treatment on postmenopausal women* and breast cancer survivors experiencing vaginal health issues show positive results.

The trial assessed the use of CO2 fractional laser therapy on 30 women with vaginal health issues due to natural or induced menopause. All of the patients in the trial were treated with The MonaLisa Touch laser.

Where can I have this done?

The MonaLisa Touch is an in-office procedure and should be performed by an obstetrician/gynecologist.

Does the procedure hurt?

The procedure is virtually painless and 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 treatment, although the procedure calls for three treatments that are generally spaced over a 12-week period.

How long does it last?

Patients should expect to come back annually for a maintenance treatment. MonaLisa Touch was first available outside the US where more than 5,000 patients have been treated worldwide with up to an 18-month follow-up.

What are my limitations after the procedure is done?

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

For which patients is this treatment appropriate?

The MonaLisa Touch is appropriate for any female who has gone through menopause, as well as those who are experiencing post-menopausal symptoms as a result of a hysterectomy or breast cancer treatments.