Contraindications:

• Active malignancy/history of malignancy in past 5 years
• Active electrical implant in body (ex: pacemaker), implants or mesh in treatment area
• History of immunosuppression/immune deficiency disorders (ex: HIV or AIDS) or using immunosuppressive medications
• Use of isotretinoin within six months of treatment or during treatment
• On systemic corticosteroid therapy six months prior to and throughout the course of treatment
• Vaginal, cervical or other lesions, open lacerations or abrasions in treatment area
• Pregnant/Lactating, possibly pregnant or within 3 months postpartum
• Current infections
• History of radiation to vaginal tissue
• History of reconstructive pelvic surgery with mesh kits
• Surgery or any other vaginal tightening procedure in the past 12 months
• History of impaired wound healing
• History of keloid formation, abnormal wound healing, and/or prone to bruising
• Known anticoagulation treatment or coagulation condition

PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR LASER VAGINAL REJUVENATION: 

• Must have had a recent normal pelvic exam in past 6 months
• Must be on antiviral medication if you have a history of herpes/cold sores.
• Schedule around menstrual cycle
• Avoid intravaginal creams or lubes 24 hours prior to treatment
• Avoid sexual intercourse 24 hours prior to treatment
• Drink at least 64 ounces of water per day 3 days prior to treatment
• Shower the morning of treatment, clip or trim long pubic hair
• Remove any intra-vaginal appliance or piercings
• Area must not have any traces of creams or lotions that may interfere with laser
• Dress in loose fitting pants and cotton underwear

POST CARE VAGINAL INSTRUCTIONS: 

• May feel slight discomfort for 30 min – 3 hours post treatment.
• Vaginal rest for 1 week
• Clean skin with a mild, gentle cleanser such as Cetaphil. Gently cleanse and pat dry with a clean, soft washcloth, two times per day.
• Wear loose cotton underwear and panty liner.
• Avoid tight fitting pants.
• Avoid exercise for 1 week.
• Avoid baths, hot tubs, swimming for 1 week.

POST CARE VULVA INSTRUCTIONS:

• Discomfort is minimal and should feel like a sunburn for approximately 1-2 hours post-treatment. Cool compresses may be used if necessary (20 min on/20 min off).
• If needed, Tylenol is recommended for discomfort. Over-the-counter oral antihistamine such as Benadryl or Claritin is recommended for itching and/or swelling. Follow the manufacturer’s directions.
• Clean skin with a mild, gentle cleanser such as Cetaphil. Gently cleanse and pat dry with a clean, soft washcloth, two times per day.
• Reapply occlusive ointment or other moisturizers provided by your treatment provider, always keeping skin moist.
• Do not apply any other skincare products unless instructed by your provider.
• Do not scratch or pick at the healing skin.
• Wear loose fitting cotton underwear and a panty liner.
• Avoid tight fitting pants.
• Vaginal rest for 1-week post-treatment
• Avoid exercise for 1-week post-treatment.
• Avoid baths, hot tubs, swimming for 1-week post-treatment
• Drink at least 64 ounces of water per day

POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS:

• Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation: Skin redness usually lasts 2 weeks to 3 months, occasionally 6 months. Darkening and lightening of the skin can occasionally occur. While mostly transient and lasting up to 6 months, in rare cases it can be permanent. A line of demarcation between normal skin and laser treated skin can occur.
• Pinpoint bleeding and pattern (grid marks): typically resolves in 30 days.
• Burns: rare yet represent the effect of heat produced within the tissues by laser energy. Additional treatment may be necessary to treat laser burns.
• Scarring: abnormal scars may occur both in the skin and deeper tissues. In rare cases, keloid scars may occur. Additional treatments may be needed to treat scarring. Strict adherence to all advised post-op instructions will reduce the possibility of scarring.
• Infections: this treatment has the potential to cause skin damage so infection is possible. While infection is unlikely, it can be life threatening if it occurs and is left untreated. Signs of infection are redness, fever, pain, pus, and swelling

TREATMENT INTERVALS: 

• • A series of three treatments, once every 4-6 weeks is recommended for best results.