How does the Monalisa Touch Procedure Work for Vaginal Rejuvenation?
The MonaLisa Touch procedure is a non-surgical, fractional CO2 laser treatment designed to restore vaginal health through tissue regeneration. The process involves several key mechanisms and steps:
- Controlled Laser Energy: The device delivers fractionated CO2 pulses at a wavelength of 2940 nm to the vaginal walls. It creates hundreds of microscopic ablation columns in the vaginal mucosa while leaving the surrounding healthy tissue intact.
- Neocollagenesis: The laser energy triggers the production of new collagen and revascularization (increased blood flow). This process helps restore the thickness, natural moisture, and elasticity of the vaginal walls.
- Quick In-Office Sessions: The entire procedure takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes and is performed in an office setting. It typically requires no anesthesia, as most patients only feel a slight warmth or tingling sensation.
- Treatment Protocol: A standard course involves three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart. Results are cumulative, with many women noticing the most significant improvements after the second treatment.
Because this method works through physical tissue remodeling rather than hormones, it serves as a safe non-hormonal option for women experiencing vaginal atrophy, dryness, or painful intercourse.