MonaLisa® Touch vs. PRP: Which One is Right for Me?

You have options for treating intimate health concerns like dryness, laxity, and sexual dysfunction, but it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. MonaLisa® Touch and PRP are two of our most popular treatments for aging women at Tideline Center for Health & Aesthetics. Here is what to know about both of these options and which one may be right for your needs.

How Do They Work?

MonaLisa® Touch is a unique laser technology that involves energy emitted from a comfortable probe inserted into the vagina. It uses fractional CO2 energy to therapeutically create microinjuries in the vaginal tissue. This process jumpstarts the production of healthy new collagen, elastin, and blood vessels, which improves the health of the vaginal tissue over time. The improvement in collagen levels results in tighter, more lubricated tissue, leading to better sexual function.

PRP is indicated in individuals who have difficulty achieving orgasm.  They might be experiencing latency, where it takes a long time to climax, or they might want to increase the intensity of the orgasm.  PRP uses your body’s innate healing ability to achieve those goals. Your blood contains growth factors, which support many regenerative functions such as tissue regrowth. During treatment, our providers will collect a blood sample and place it in a centrifuge to separate out the blood cells.  The resulting plasma is injected into key areas around the vagina, where the growth factors will begin to heal tissue and promote blood flow and enhance sensitivity.

Who is a Good Candidate?

Virtually anyone looking to restore healthy vaginal tissue can benefit from MonaLisa® Touch. It can also greatly benefit patients with certain conditions affecting the vulva, such as lichen sclerosus. If you’re pregnant or have an active vaginal infection, you may not be a good candidate for MonaLisa® Touch.

Good candidates for PRP are people who don’t have certain blood and bleeding disorders. Because PRP uses your own blood sample, you’ll have a lower risk of allergic reaction, making it more available to people impacted by allergies. Our providers will thoroughly review your health history during a consultation.

Can MonaLisa® Touch and PRP Be Combined?

Absolutely! MonaLisa® Touch and PRP are complimentary procedures for many women. MonaLisa® Touch can create the microwounds necessary for the boosted healing function provided by PRP. Together, these treatments can produce significant results without any surgical intervention. Our intimate health providers can help you determine whether hormone therapy can also help restore vaginal function and improve many other symptoms of menopause.

Vaginal Restoration at Tideline Center for Health & Aesthetics

At Tideline Center for Health & Aesthetics, we offer many of the latest vaginal restoration options all in one place. During a private consultation, our knowledgeable intimate health providers can help you explore our options and put together a personalized treatment plan. To schedule a consultation, contact our office by calling or filling out our online form. We conveniently serve the greater Queens, NY and Long Island areas.