Pre & Post Care Instructions for Selene Touch Vaginal Laser

Pre Care

Internal Treatment (for vaginal atrophy or genitourinary syndrome of menopause):

Pre-Treatment:

Shower or bathe the morning of treatment, so that the area to be treated is clean.
Area must be clean and dry without any traces of creams, lotions, or other substances that may interact with the laser.
Clip or trim long pubic hair for safety precautions.
Anesthetic gel/cream (if used-not necessary for internal treatment) must be removed before treatment.

External Treatment (for vulvar atrophy, lichen sclerosis, obstetrical scarring, or perineal splitting)

Pre-Treatment:

Shower or bathe the morning of treatment, so that the area to be treated is clean.
Clip or trim long pubic hair for safety precautions.
Understand and sign a Consent to Treat Form

Internal Treatment (for vaginal atrophy or genitourinary syndrome of menopause):

Post Treatment:

Schedule follow-up visits as recommended by Canyon View Wellness & Spa.
Refrain from vaginal sexual activity for 48 hours after treatment.
Most patients resume normal activity as tolerated immediately after the procedure.

External Treatment (for vulvar atrophy, lichen sclerosis, obstetrical scarring, or perineal splitting)

Post Treatment:

Immediately Post Treatment, apply a cold compresses or cold gel packs to the treated area for 20 minutes.
You will have occlusive ointment applied before you leave the office.
Schedule follow-up visits

Patient 24 hours Post Treatment Instructions:

Skin may feel sensitive, may be red and swollen, and treated area may be itchy.
Use cold compresses or cold gel packs (20 minutes on; then 20 minutes off) as needed for swelling and discomfort
Gently cleanse the area 2-3 times a day with sterile saline or a mild, hypoallergenic cleanser such as Dove soap.
Re-apply occlusive ointment (Vaseline) after each wash and continue to use until skin is healed.
Avoid lifting heavy weights or doing intense physical exercise for 3-4 days following the treatment
Refrain from sexual intercourse for a week after the treatment
Wear loose, cotton underwear
Avoid wearing panty hose and tight-fitting pants