What is vaginal atrophy?

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With menopause, many women experience changes in their gynecologic health, including vaginal atrophy, dryness, itching, and pain during sexual intercourse. CO2 vaginal laser is a non-surgical treatment that safely regenerates vaginal tissues to reestablish elasticity and natural lubrication.

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What concerns does the CO2 Vaginal Laser treat?

If over-the-counter lubricants and estrogen therapy aren’t working, ask our doctors about CO2 vaginal laser treatment. This fractionated vaginal laser addresses a number of concerns, including:

• Vaginal discomfort caused by dryness

• Painful sexual intercourse, known as dyspareunia

• Urinary frequency not due to urinary tract infection

• Vaginal tightness and dryness

• Burning and itching sensation in vulvar or vaginal area

Studies on the efficacy of CO2 fractional laser show that women see significant improvements in the above symptoms after their first treatment, with continued progress with each subsequent session.

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What are the benefits of CO2 Laser Therapy?

The CO2 laser offers numerous benefits for improving vaginal health and sexual satisfaction.

• 100% non-hormonal treatment

• Non-surgical and drug-free

• Simple, in-office procedure

• Zero downtime

• Restores moisture in the vaginal walls

• Corrects problems caused by vaginal atrophy

• Keeps tissues plump, elastic, and hydrated

• Laser treatments are customized to each patient

 

How does the CO2 Laser Treatment Work?

 

The CO2 laser creates micro-lesions in the vaginal mucosa that trigger the body’s healing response. Over the following weeks, new collagen and elastin fibers are produced as the tissue regenerates, improving the symptoms caused by declining estrogen levels. After one or two laser treatments, patients should notice a marked change and improvement in their vaginal health. Since the tissues can lubricate themselves and are more elastic, painful symptoms are alleviated– sex becomes more pleasurable.

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Who would be a good candidate for the CO2 Laser Treatment?

 

• CO2 laser vaginal rejuvenation is a safe and effective treatment for:

• Post-menopausal women who are suffering from vaginal atrophy and painful sex

• Women who are experiencing menopausal symptoms after a hysterectomy

• Menopausal women who are experiencing vaginal dryness/ burning and cannot receive estrogen therapy

• Women who prefer not to use hormone replacement therapy yet suffer from urinary stress incontinence and poor muscle tone due to menopause

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Elite Gynecology & MedSpa is proud to offer this innovative vaginal laser therapy for menopause. If you’d like to find out whether CO2 laser treatment can ease your symptoms, please call our office at (703) 218-2403 for an appointment.