Rediscover comfort: your guide to MonaLisa Touch vaginal laser treatment
Vaginal dryness is a common issue that impacts quality of life, including your intimate life. At MD Wellness Solutions in Surrey, British Columbia, Dr. Shelin Tkatch offers the MonaLisa Touch laser treatment, an innovative solution to address vaginal dryness and improve overall vaginal health.
What is MonaLisa Touch laser treatment?
MonaLisa Touch is an in-office procedure for the treatment of symptoms of pelvic aging, now known as Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). MonaLisa Touch is a completely non-hormonal and non-surgical treatment that returns the vaginal tissue to a more youthful and healthy state.
As a result of rejuvenating the vaginal tissue and restoring it to health, symptoms of vaginal dryness, discomfort and urinary symptoms are relieved.
How does MonaLisa Touch work?
MonaLisa Touch works by delivering gentle pulses of fractional CO2 laser energy to the vaginal wall. The laser creates micro-injuries in the tissue, stimulating your body’s natural healing response to create new collagen and elastin in the vaginal walls. The laser also improves blood flow to the tissue, which results in increased vaginal lubrication, and more elastic tissue. Increased vaginal lubrication and improved tissue elasticity both lead to improved vaginal health and comfort and reduced urinary symptoms.
What Are the Benefits of MonaLisa Touch?
In menopause, dropping estrogen levels cause loss of collagen and elastin within the vaginal tissues, as well less production of natural lubrication. Together, these changes can lead to pain with intimacy, as well as increased risk of bladder infections and urinary problems. The medical term for this collection of symptoms is Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). MonaLisa Touch offers numerous benefits for the symptoms of GSM, including:
- Restores normal vaginal moisture and lubrication
- Relieves vaginal burning, itching and pain
- Improves elasticity of the vagina
- Allows couples to resume pleasurable intimacy
- Suitable for women who choose not to use hormones
- Improves mild to moderate urinary incontinence
- Relieves urgency, frequency and recurrent urinary tract infections
Dr. Tkatch was featured in a Vancouver Sun article about the MonaLisa Touch.
Is MonaLisa Touch Laser Safe?
Yes, the MonaLisa Touch vaginal laser is very safe when treatment is performed by a Medical Doctor.
MonaLisa Touch laser is approved by both the FDA and Health Canada as a safe and effective treatment of Genito-Urinary syndrome of menopause.
MonaLisa Touch is the treatment of choice for GSM in breast cancer survivors or those who simply prefer not to take hormones.
It is both a safe non-surgical alternative for women with mild to moderate urinary incontinence, and it is also a great alternative to medications that cause severe dry mouth when treating overactive bladder.
Dr. Tkatch has been a gynecologist for 25+ years and has over a decade of experience using this technology to help women find relief from symptoms of vaginal dryness and urinary symptoms and return to a pain-free intimate life.
What to expect during your MonaLisa treatment
Dr. Tkatch is a specialist gynecologist and will complete a gynecological history and pelvic exam prior to your treatment. If MonaLisa Touch is not the best treatment for your condition, she is able to offer you the full spectrum of medical and surgical alternatives. You will be comfortably positioned and a small, hand-held probe will be used to deliver the laser energy to the vaginal walls. The treatments will take 5-10 minutes and feel like a warm vibration. No anesthetic is necessary and most women tolerate this in-office procedure easily.
What to expect after your MonaLisa treatment?
You may resume daily activities immediately and intimacy in 72 hours.
Symptom relief usually starts 1-2 weeks after the first MonaLisa Touch treatment and continues to improve as you complete the series.
How many MonaLisa treatments will I need?
MonaLisa vaginal laser treatments are usually delivered as a series of 3 treatments, each spaced 6 weeks apart. Most women choose to have an annual maintenance treatment to maintain vaginal health. Your treatment plan will be individualized for you depending on your symptom severity and treatment goals.
Are there any side effects after MonaLisa treatment?
MonaLisa Touch is generally very safe with minimal side effects. You may experience mild sensation of warmth, redness or swelling in the area that resolves quickly on its own. Dr. Tkatch will discuss any potential risks during your consultation
Who is a good candidate for MonaLisa Touch?
Ideal candidates are women experiencing vaginal dryness, discomfort or urinary changes, particularly those related to menopausal changes such as menopause. Women undergoing breast cancer treatment may be treated with chemotherapy that makes symptoms of GSM unbearable and for these women in particular, MonaLisa vaginal laser treatment can be life changing! If you are seeking a comfortable, non-surgical, non-hormonal office treatment for symptoms of GSM, MonaLisa Touch is for you. Dr. Tkatch will evaluate your suitability for the treatment during your consultation.
How much does MonaLisa Touch laser treatment cost?
MonaLisa Touch is a medical treatment for Genitourinary syndrome. Like your prescription drugs, it is not covered by provincial health plans. If you have a private health services plan or extended health insurance, check with your insurance provider to see if this treatment is covered. The cost of a series of three treatments is $2,500. Most patients return for a single annual re-treatment at a cost of $379. Medical treatments are not taxable and may be claimed on your personal tax return.
Why should I have my vaginal laser treatment with Dr. Tkatch?
Vaginal laser treatments can leave you with significant health problems if they are not properly performed. Why trust your vaginal health to providers who aren’t experts in gynecology? Your vagina deserves an expert!
Do I need a referral for MonaLisa Touch laser treatment?
It is optimal for you to be referred to Dr. Tkatch by your family physician for evaluation of your symptoms of Genitourinary syndrome. This allows Dr. Tkatch to fully evaluate your gynecological health and care for all issues identified. She will discuss all appropriate treatment options with you, which may include the MonaLisa Touch laser treatment, medications, dilators, physiotherapy, or surgery. If you do not have a regular family physician, you may want to use a virtual care service such as TELUS MyCare to obtain a referral to Dr. Tkatch.
Reclaim comfort and confidence with Mona Lisa Touch
If you’re struggling with vaginal dryness and are seeking a safe, effective treatment, the MonaLisa Touch at MD Wellness Solutions in Surrey, British Columbia can help restore your comfort and confidence. Contact us today at (604) 385-3838 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Tkatch.
Watch the video below to learn more about MonaLisa Touch.
