MonaLisa Touch is a gentle laser therapy that delivers controlled energy to vaginal wall and vulvar tissue. This therapy treats the symptoms of low estrogen, typically occurring after childbirth or during perimenopause and menopause. MonaLisa Touch is the most effective non-surgical and non-pharmacological solution for preventing and treating vaginal dryness from low estrogen and other associated symptoms such as itching, painful intercourse, and bladder urgency. It restores vaginal tissues by stimulating natural growth factors and signaling tissue to generate new collagen, elastin, as well as improve blood vessel supply.

Treatments are recommended for any woman who wishes to treat her vaginal dryness, painful intercourse or bladder urgency due to lack of estrogen. MonaLisa Touch is for women who cannot receive estrogen therapy due to a cancer diagnosis or prefer not to use hormone medication. MonaLisa is also an option for women recovering from childbirth and breastfeeding who suffer from painful sex.

MonaLisa Touch Laser Treatment is particularly well-suited for women who cannot, or prefer not, to receive estrogen therapy because it is a non-hormonal treatment.

Clinical protocols recommend 3 initial treatments spaced approximately 4 weeks apart followed by an annual treatment for maintenance.

The procedure is virtually painless and requires no anesthesia. Some patients may experience slight discomfort the first time the probe is inserted, but the actual laser treatment is not painful. Many describe the application as a "gentle vibration."

The actual treatment is brief, only 5 minutes. However, along with some quick paperwork and prep time, a numbing gel is also applied externally prior to the procedure which adds to the appointment time. Plan for a 30-minute appointment time with us.

Some women report slight localized discomfort for a few days following the laser treatment.* We send you home with a gel ice pack. Sexual activity should be restricted for 2 to 3 days after treatment. NO time off work is necessary. Most women almost immediately resume their normal routine.

*Results may vary from person to person.

The results are immediate, beginning within the first week after the first treatment for most patients. Progressive improvement was reported in clinical trials over subsequent treatments and months, and was also observed in our own experience here at true.* The laser is increased in strength on subsequent sessions so it is important to complete the 3-treatment package for optimal results. A single session annually is recommended to maintain results.

*Results may vary from person to person.

Typically, sexual activity can be resumed 2 to 3 days following treatments.

MonaLisa Touch laser treatments are performed as an in-office procedure here at true. Women’s Health. Both Dr. Bitner and our Physician Assistant Susanne Pettigrew are highly-trained and will recommend an individualized and optimal course of treatment.

MonaLisa Touch laser treatment was cleared by the FDA in 2014.

Risks are minimal. There have not been any significant complications reported in over 20,000 women treated worldwide. Most women report temporary side effects of slight redness or swelling or some discomfort that usually resolves completely within days of treatment.*

*Results may vary from person to person.

Contact us for a personalized consultation at (616) 330-1700. Members of true. Women’s Health have access to a complimentary consultation for this procedure during their visit. Non-members are welcome to explore their options with a consultation for a fee that transfers to the overall cost of the procedure if you decide to move forward with treatment.

Insurance coverage is not available at this time.

Check with your specific insurance company. In our experience, MonaLisa Touch laser treatments have been paid for using FSA or HSA accounts because it is a medical procedure that is conducted in a physician’s office.