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What is FemiLift and How Does the Laser Treatment Work?

FemiLift by Alma is a fractional CO2 laser platform designed for gynecologic applications and feminine wellness treatments. In plain English, it is a laser very much like those used for facial skin resurfacing but with an applicator designed for vaginal use. The device delivers laser energy to the vagina in a 360-degree pattern with the intent of increasing collagen activity over time, hopefully tightening the vagina without surgery.

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Concerns FemiLift Addresses

Patients express interest in FemiLift for a variety of reasons, but that doesn't mean FemiLift will treat their concerns. The procedure has limitations, which we’ll discuss in just a minute. But common reasons women seek this treatment include:

  • Changes in vaginal tissue after childbirth
  • Changes associated with aging or menopause
  • Vaginal dryness
  • Changes in vaginal elasticity or laxity
  • Discomfort associated with vaginal tissue changes
  • Intimate wellness concerns
  • Urinary incontinence

Does FemiLift Work?

Patients are often skeptical of FemiLIft, and we get it. We're going to give it to you straight. FemiLift is intended to create a response in vaginal tissue, but it does not mechanically tighten the vaginal walls the way surgery would. The hope is that heat stimulation will encourage your vaginal tissue to produce more collagen, which can have a tightening effect in this area just as it does on facial skin.

Several studies indicate that the treatment is effective for multiple vaginal issues, while others are less optimistic. FemiLift is fairly new when compared to more established clinical procedures, so long-term data is lacking. Long story short, we can’t promise you a tighter vagina without surgery. But patients have reported improvement in:

  • Vaginal dryness
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Vaginal tightness

Results vary, and outcomes of this procedure aren’t as predictable as other treatment outcomes.

What to Expect During a FemiLift Treatment

Before your treatment session begins, Dr. Bennett will review your symptoms, goals, medical history, medications, and previous gynecologic procedures with you. She may recommend a full gynecological exam that includes cervical screening prior to beginning treatment. During treatment, a thin probe covered in a disposable, sterile, single-use sleeve is placed into the vaginal canal. The probe rotates throughout the treatment session to ensure 360-degree laser energy delivery. While the treatment itself takes about 10 minutes, your appointment will be longer than that to allow for ample discussion and prep with Dr. Bennett.

FemiLift Recovery

FemiLift recovery is generally a breeze. You leave the office when your treatment is complete, and most women experience very few side effects. A little bleeding or watery discharge is normal, as is some swelling. Dr. Bennett may limit your exercise for the first 24 to 48 hours. She may also tell you to avoid intercourse and tampons for the first few days or a week, but the exact amount of time will depend on the intensity of your treatment.

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FemiLift Results and Number of Sessions

Experiences and results vary from one patient to the next, but you shouldn’t expect an immediate result. It’s common for patients to undergo a series of three sessions spaced approximately four weeks apart, but Dr. Bennett may suggest a different schedule for you. Whether you have one session or several, the goal of FemiLift is a gradual change based on increased collagen production by the vaginal skin. Results do vary, so we can’t make any promises about specific results. There is enough clinical and anecdotal evidence, however, to suggest that many women find the procedure worthwhile.

How Long Results Last

Unfortunately, this is another factor with lots of variables. Some FemiLift patients report that their results lasted only six to 12 months. Others experienced longer-lasting effects. At this moment, there isn’t enough clinical data to give you a good time range. The duration of results depends on:

  • Age
  • Hormonal changes
  • Menopausal changes
  • Pregnancy and future childbirth
  • Baseline tissue quality
  • Individual healing response
  • Number of treatments

FemiLift Complications

FemiLift is generally considered a safe, low-risk procedure. But it is still a medical procedure, and they all come with some risk of complications. Although rare when working with a skilled plastic surgeon like Dr. Bennett, possible complications include:

  • Pain or prolonged discomfort
  • Burns or thermal injury
  • Scarring
  • Infection
  • Bleeding
  • Changes in sensation
  • Unexpected or unsatisfactory results

How Much Does FemiLift Cost at Mia Aesthetics Atlanta?

Treatment prices vary based on your needs, number of treatment sessions you require, and treatment intensity, among other factors. We will discuss a more specific estimate with you once we’ve evaluated you. At our Mia Aesthetics Atlanta office, FemiLift pricing starts at:

  • Single FemiLift Session: $1,200
  • 3-Session FemiLift Package: $3,200
  • Package savings: $400

Sometimes a single session is enough. If Dr. Bennett recommends multiple sessions, however, we encourage you to take advantage of the price break offered by our 3-session package.