How does the Intima laser treat the exterior genitalia?

The Intima laser is a fractionated CO2 laser that has been adapted for vaginal rejuvenation. It has two hand-pieces, one for internal treatment of the vagina, and another for non-surgical labiaplasty. The laser works on the external genitalia the same way it works on the face or the neck. The heat from the laser tightens and tones the labia and improves its texture and pigment. Because the skin of the labia is thin, the shrinkage is quite dramatic and the procedure can be very comfortably performed using topical anesthesia. No needles or injections. 

The C02RE Intima is a simple, minimally invasive laser procedure that enhances a woman’s intimate wellness both internally and externally – by relieving signs of vaginal aging. The C02RE Intima is an in-office, non-surgical treatment which uses advanced laser energy to treat the changes and symptoms that women may experience related to vaginal wellness or appearance. This procedure stimulates collagen production, which works to improve skin tone, texture and appearance. Intima can also be used to improve urinary incontinence. The delivery of this laser will stimulate an effective healing response, resulting in the remodeling of the tissue fibers. This restores flexibility and shape, while also enhancing moisture levels in the vaginal canal. If you seek vaginal cosmetic improvement and want to feel more confident about your feminine health, then this procedure is for you. There is virtually no downtime with this procedure. You can stop by the office and be on your way after an hour, including prep! You can return to normal activities directly following the procedure but should refrain from sexual activity for 7 days. This procedure requires no anesthesia; however, I will have patients numb the area prior to the treatment for the sake of their comfort. After your first treatment, you will already notice significant results. We recommend a total of 3 treatments spaced 3-4 weeks apart for maximum results.

The Core Intima is a CO2 laser that can treat both the external genitalia as well as the internal vaginal canal.  It works extremely well and will improve the texture and tone of the labia making it smoother and tighter, as well as addressing and reducing hyperpigmentation or irregularities in pigment on the external genitalia. 
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Dr. Paul Flashner

The CO2RE Intima laser treatment can remodel labial and vulvar tissue fibers, restoring flexibility and shape. The treatment can also address dyschromia and skin pigmentation resulting in improved skin texture and tone.

CORE intima is a CO2 laser that helps improve the appearance of the external genitalia. You will notice less irregularity in color and the skin will be smoother and tighter.

Thank you for your question! Intima is made to specifically treat vaginal tissue, by improving the major signs of childbirth and aging and restoring the tone, shape, and flexibility of the area but non-surgically. This treatment is popular post-pregnancy, and women who are post-menopause that may suffer from inflammation, dryness, and lack moisture. The Intima laser by Syneron Candela is a medical laser that delivers controlled, CO2 energy to the vaginal or vulva tissue – so cells make more collagen – which may improve skin tone, texture and appearance. The results can be extremely long lasting. After the initial treatments, patients could only require one to two follow up maintenance treatments per year! The procedure lasts 10-20 minutes, and there is minimal to no discomfort. Patients normally don’t experience downtime and won’t have to worry about surgical or recovery scars. Most women are candidates and since the treatment is non-surgical. I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified physician to ensure you’re the right candidate.  

CO2RE® Intima is a quick, non-surgical in-office laser procedure to restore vaginal health. CO2RE Intima treats all 3 of a woman’s intimate areas – the vaginal canal, external vulva / labia, as well as the introitus, i.e., opening to the vaginal canal. CO2RE Intima uses laser energy to treat the changes and symptoms women may be experiencing related to vaginal wellness or appearance by: Treating dryness, itching and pain, Restoring vulva and vaginal tone, flexibility,and Relieving signs of childbirth and aging. After childbirth, many women experience looseness of the vaginal
canal and the introitus (opening of the vagina). Peri, menopausal and
postmenopausal women often experience VVA (Vulvo Vaginal Atrophy), also
known as GSM ( Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause) - characterized by
symptoms of burning, itching, dryness, and painful intercourse. And
regardless of age, as women get older many experience cosmetic changes
to their genitalia – such as pigmentation and sagging of the vulva skin. 
CO2RE Intima is for post child
bearing and peri, menopausal and postmenopausal women who desire
enhancement in sexual functioning and a better sexual experience, women
who seek vaginal cosmetic improvement and women who want to feel more
confident about their feminine health.

The Intima treatment on the external genitalia improves the appearance in several ways.  The color of the tissue becomes lighter and pinker.  Dark pigment that appears during pregnancy may fade.  The labia minora, inside lips, may shrink if stretched out and become plumper and fuller. The labia majora, outside lips, become plumper and the color improves.
Post menopausal women will notice that the tissues become thicker and healthier as well.  Aging women who may get itching and irritation of external tissues will notice that these symptoms decrease with each treatment.