Laser vaginal lightening is also known as laser vulval bleaching or vaginal bleaching. It is a laser procedure to lighten the pigmentation around the vagina to achieve even-toned, lighter skin that improves the appearance of intimate regions. This procedure can be perfectly called, “Whitening of the Vagina”.
Depending on the patient’s condition, the procedure can take place in two or more sessions. This low-risk, non-surgical, laser-assisted treatment is painless and is done by using local anesthesia.
Laser vulval bleaching is recommended for women having genital hyperpigmentation. It is a condition where there are uneven dark-colored patches in the vagina.
Advantages of Laser vulval bleaching
- Fast
- Painless
- Non-surgical
- Non-invasive
- No cuts or stitches
- Quick Recovery
- Employs sophisticated laser technology
The procedure of Laser vulval bleaching
This procedure is performed using advanced laser and is a non-invasive technique and is performed under local anesthesia. After the anesthesia takes effect, pigmented layers of melanin are removed by using the laser. This pigmentation is caused due to melatonin hormones.
This is not a painful process. Using an advanced double-wave laser is a painless and scarless procedure.
The cost of the treatment depends on the level of pigmentation and the number of sessions required for the patient.
Recovery
Recovery time for the laser vulval bleaching will take about a week. It is highly advisable to avoid sexual intercourse for about 4 weeks after surgery.
After the procedure, a patient may experience mild discomfort, itching, and sensitivity. It is a painless procedure. If a patient experiences pain, then painkillers are provided.
Another approach for laser vaginal lightening
Chemical peels are provided as an alternative approach. But it does not provide the same result as laser vaginal bleaching. The results are short-lived. A chemical peel that is non-toxic is given to apply on the pigmented area. The peel removes the topmost layer of the skin which is only 0.1mm thick. The underlying layer which is whiter than the top skin is visible. Vaginal bleaching by using chemical peel is an outpatient procedure. A cosmetic gynecologist will be able to apply the peel evenly on the skin so that the vaginal canal or vagina is safe and healthy.