MonaLisa Touch®
MonaLisa Touch is a non-surgical, in-office laser treatment designed to relieve symptoms of vaginal atrophy such as dryness, burning, itching, and pain during intercourse—often associated with low estrogen levels or menopause. Performed by a healthcare provider in a clinical setting, the procedure is quick, requires no anesthesia, and helps restore healthier, more comfortable vaginal tissue.
What is the MonaLisa Touch?
MonaLisa Touch® is a noninvasive laser therapy used to treat vaginal atrophy, also known as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). GSM commonly causes symptoms such as vaginal dryness, burning, irritation, and pain during intercourse. MonaLisa Touch helps improve comfort and restore vaginal health by stimulating collagen production and promoting the natural regeneration of the vaginal tissue lining. This process helps restore moisture and improve the overall health of the vaginal tissue. By encouraging the body’s natural healing response, MonaLisa Touch helps rejuvenate vaginal tissue and can make daily activities and sexual intimacy more comfortable.
MonaLisa Touch is also an alternative to estrogen-based treatments such as creams, lubricants, or medications. It may be especially beneficial for individuals who cannot use or prefer to avoid hormone therapy for GSM.
Dr. Angel Marie Johnson explains the MonaLisa Touch procedure
Your physician will use a small probe equipped with a carbon dioxide laser to gently deliver treatment to the vagina. The laser stimulates the production of collagen, which in turn creates healthier tissue. In essence, the vaginal cells thicken and plump up to produce more moisture. This can result in less discomfort and pain, especially during intercourse.
Frequently asked questions
Mona Lisa Touch is gentle and typically well-tolerated. It’s important to understand, however, that no procedure is without risk.
The procedure typically takes only five to ten minutes during an office visit. Patients usually can return to normal daily activities after the procedure, although we ask patients to refrain from having sex for 2-3 days.
The patient receives three treatments six weeks apart.
Patients can return to normal activities but should refrain from sexual activity for 2-3 days. Your doctor will determine a post-procedure regimen that is right for you.
Health insurance doesn’t cover Mona Lisa Touch for the treatment of vaginal conditions, so patients must pay out of pocket.
The cost is $950 per treatment for a total cost of $2850 for 3 treatments. After the initial three treatments, long-term management is typically one treatment per year.
Let’s discuss your symptoms and see is MonaLisa Touch is right for you.
To learn more, schedule an appointment with Dr. Angel Marie Johnson.