This treatment utilizes energy delivered by a CO2 laser to heat the tissue located in the vaginal canal. This stimulates collagen and elastin production which can tighten, improve vaginal dryness, and help improve symptoms related to urinary stress incontinence.

Vaginal rejuvenation utilizing CO2 laser can improve:

  • Urinary leakage
  • Vaginal dryness
  • Vaginal laxity
  • Vaginal irritation
  • Painful intercourse

The vaginal walls are cleaned using a hydrogen peroxide solution and long Q-tip. The probe is inserted into the vaginal canal. Treatment is generally well tolerated, no anesthetic is needed.

You may experience mild burning, itching, swelling for a few days post treatment.

Generally, 3 treatments are recommended 4 weeks apart.

Full results will be noticeable in 3 months and results can last for up to one year. Maintenance once a year is recommended.

If the settings are too high, burns, scarring, and pain during intercourse may occur. We always approach these treatments conservatively and can adjust settings on subsequent visits based on response and tolerance.

GENERAL CARE

  • Come to the office wearing loose clothing.
  • Please have an up-to-date normal PAP smear done within the last one year.
  • Make sure to schedule your appointment when you are not menstruating.
  • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before your treatment.

MEDICATIONS

  • If you have a history of herpes, it is advised that you take an antiviral one day prior to treatment and continue until treatment completed. Do not schedule appointment if you have a current outbreak.
  • Stop all non-steroidal anti inflammatory medications (ie: ibuprofen and aspirin) 1 week before treatment.
  • Avoid fish oil, Gingko Biloba, garlic, flax oil, cod liver oil, vitamin A and E and herbal supplements 1 week prior to treatment.

GENERAL CARE

  • Avoid sexual intercourse for 1 week after treatment and until healing has resolved.
  • Use a mild cleanser twice a day and pat dry.
  • Avoid using a tampon for 1 week after treatment including douches and other suppositories.
  • Avoid soaking in a hot tub or swimming for 1 week following treatment.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise for 1 week following treatment.

MEDICATIONS

  • Avoid ibuprofen, aspirin for 24 hours after treatment, tylenol for discomfort is ok to use.