Monalisa Touch Laser, the singular method for treating vaginal atrophy.

The ovaries naturally produce estrogen. This hormone ensures the lubrication of the vagina, which is essential for the cleansing of the vaginal cavity as well as the elimination of dead cells and harmful bacteria. It also promotes theelasticity of the vaginal muscles. The production of this hormone decreases over time and this condition is often associated with menopause. However, this atrophy can be accelerated by the use of certain medications, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or hypothalamic dysfunction. Women pre-menopausal can also develop a temporary hypoestrogenic state during breastfeeding.

Vaginal atrophy is characterized by the thinning of the mucous membrane and a decrease in vaginal fluid production. As a result, an individual may experience burning, irritation, or painful sexual intercourse. As for the vaginal flora, its self-defense mechanism against infections weakens. Frequent urination is another symptom of vaginal atrophy.

The Monalisa Touch laser is a treatment that utilizes CO2 fractionation. The fractionated CO₂ laser emits tiny laser light beams that penetrate the vaginal mucosa in a highly targeted manner. It creates micro-lesions (very small treatment areas) deep within while leaving the surrounding tissues intact, stimulating a natural healing response. This action promotes the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid, as well as tissue regeneration. Moreover, the Monalisa Touch laser treatment activates the production of glycogen. The latter feeds Lactobacillus bacteria and contributes to the acidification of the vagina's pH. A Monalisa Touch laser session lasts between 5 and 10 minutes.

The treatment with the MonaLisa Touch laser is painless and does not require anesthesia. A patient typically undergoes between 1 and 3 sessions. The number varies depending on the severity of the symptoms. Each session should be spaced 40 to 60 days apart. Following this, a session is recommended every year to maintain the results.

A study sought to demonstrate the effectiveness of fractional CO2 laser treatment for managing vaginal atrophy. 50 pre-menopausal or menopausal women suffering from vaginal atrophy (average age of 60 years) were treated, and the results were reported after 3 laser sessions over 12 weeks. The findings indicated that the fractional CO2 laser was effective in 84% of patients for treating symptoms of vaginal atrophy such as vaginal dryness, burning, vaginal itching, dyspareunia, and dysuria.

The Monalisa Touch laser treatment is not painful. The patient merely experiences some vibrations. After the session, slight bleeding may occur, but it is temporary. Similarly, the redness and minor swelling disappear after one or two days. Also, the individual should wait 3 to 4 days after the procedure to resume sexual activities. There are no contraindications for the Monalisa Touch laser treatment.

The Monalisa Touch laser provides results from the first procedure. These results then reach their peak in the following months and last between 9 and 16 months.