Vaginal Laser Therapy in Bangalore

Vaginal laser therapy is a clinic-based procedure in which a fractional laser delivers controlled energy to the vaginal wall to stimulate the tissue to renew itself. At Genesiss Hospital in BTM Layout, Bangalore, it is considered after an examination, mainly for dryness, thinning of the vaginal lining and painful intercourse linked to menopause. The evidence is mixed, so our doctors also explain other options and what the laser can and cannot be expected to do.

What Is Vaginal Laser Therapy?

Vaginal laser therapy uses a medical laser, most often a fractional CO2 laser or an Er:YAG laser, passed into the vagina through a small probe. The laser makes thousands of tiny, controlled points of energy in the vaginal wall without removing tissue in the way surgery does.

The idea is that this controlled stimulation triggers the body’s repair response. Over the following weeks the lining may become thicker, produce more collagen and have better blood supply, which in turn may improve moisture and elasticity. This is how the treatment is meant to work. How well it works differs from person to person and, as explained below, research has not settled the question.

The treatment is also called vaginal laser treatment, intimate laser treatment or laser vaginal rejuvenation. The device used and the settings are explained to you at consultation.

Conditions Vaginal Laser Therapy Is Considered For

After an examination, your doctor may discuss vaginal laser therapy if you have:

• Vaginal dryness, burning or itching after menopause (genitourinary syndrome of menopause)
• Thinning and loss of elasticity of the vaginal lining (vaginal atrophy)
• Pain or discomfort during intercourse linked to dryness or thin tissue
• Menopause related urinary symptoms such as urgency, where doctors judge it suitable
• Vaginal symptoms in women who cannot use or do not wish to use vaginal oestrogen, after discussion with the treating doctor
• A feeling of vaginal looseness, which has its own page: laser vaginal tightening

Symptoms of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause

Falling oestrogen levels around and after menopause can change the vagina, vulva and urinary tract. Common symptoms are:

• Dryness, a burning or stinging feeling, or itching
• Less natural lubrication and discomfort during intercourse
• Light bleeding or spotting after intercourse
• Urgency, burning when passing urine or frequent urinary infections
• A feeling of tightness or irritation in the vagina

These symptoms are common and treatable. They can also come from infection, skin conditions or other illness, so an examination should come first. Any bleeding after menopause should always be checked by a doctor.

What the Evidence Says About Vaginal Laser Therapy

You deserve a balanced picture before choosing a treatment:

• Some randomised trials, including studies that used sham laser, report improvement in dryness, burning and pain during intercourse after fractional CO2 laser.
• Reviews of these trials rate the certainty of the evidence as low, because studies are small, short and use different methods.
• Some trials found laser to be about as helpful as vaginal oestrogen, and others found no clear gain over sham treatment. Not enough data exist to say that laser is better than vaginal oestrogen.
• In 2018 the US FDA issued a safety communication saying it had not cleared energy-based devices for treating menopause symptoms, urinary incontinence or sexual function, and warning about burns, scarring and pain. Several professional bodies have asked for more long-term safety and effectiveness trials.

This is why our doctors discuss first-line options before the laser, and why we do not promise any particular result.

Other Options Your Doctor May Discuss First

• Regular vaginal moisturisers and water based lubricants
• Low dose vaginal oestrogen, when it is suitable for you
• Treatment of infection or skin conditions if they are found
• Pelvic floor rehabilitation, including Kegel chair therapy, if leakage or weak pelvic support is part of the problem
• Other non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation options, if your concern is comfort and tone

Laser therapy may be considered when these are not enough, not suitable or not preferred, after you have understood the evidence.

How a Vaginal Laser Therapy Session Works

1. Consultation and examination. The gynaecology team takes your history, examines you and checks for infection or other causes. A Pap smear or other tests may be advised if they are due.
2. Planning. The doctor explains whether the laser is suitable, what the evidence shows, the possible risks, the number of sessions and the charges.
3. Preparation. You lie on the examination couch. Numbing cream may be advised.
4. The session. A sterile probe is gently placed in the vagina and the laser is delivered in a set pattern. The session takes about 20 to 30 minutes. You may feel warmth, tingling or mild pressure.
5. Aftercare. You can go home the same day. You will be told to avoid intercourse, tampons and douching for a few days and which symptoms need a call to the hospital.
6. Follow up. Treatment is often a short series of sessions spaced a few weeks apart. The doctor reviews your progress and tells you honestly if another approach is needed.

Vaginal Laser Therapy at a Glance

Possible Risks and Side Effects

Like any procedure, vaginal laser therapy carries risks:

• Mild discharge, spotting, warmth or irritation for a day or two
• Burning or discomfort during the session
• Urinary or vaginal infection
• Rarely, burns, scarring or long-lasting pain, including pain during intercourse
• No benefit, or a benefit that fades and needs repeat sessions

Call the hospital if you have heavy bleeding, fever, foul smelling discharge, severe pain or burning that does not settle.

Who Should Not Have Vaginal Laser Therapy?

The treatment is generally not advised in these situations:

• Pregnancy
• Active vaginal, cervical or urinary infection
• Unexplained vaginal bleeding, including bleeding after menopause that has not been investigated
• Suspected or known cancer of the genital tract
• Recent pelvic surgery or pelvic radiotherapy, unless your specialist agrees
• Pelvic mesh or implants, without specialist advice
• Expectations that a laser will give a guaranteed or cosmetic result

Your doctor will check your history and decide whether the therapy is right for you.

Vaginal Laser Therapy, Laser Vaginal Tightening and Non-Surgical Rejuvenation

The doctor will help you choose the approach that matches your main concern, and these treatments are not always needed together.

When to See a Doctor First

Please arrange a medical assessment before any vaginal laser therapy if you have:

• Any bleeding after menopause
• Foul smelling or unusual discharge
• Sores, lumps or ulcers in the genital area
• Pelvic pain or pain in the lower abdomen
• Blood in the urine or fever with urinary symptoms
• Any chance that you are pregnant

Vaginal Laser Therapy Care at Genesiss Hospital, BTM Layout

Genesiss Hospital is a multi-speciality hospital on 100 Feet Ring Road, near Jayadeva Metro, in BTM 2nd Stage, Bangalore. Vaginal laser therapy is available under Cosmetic Gynaecology, and related care is available through Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Maternity in the same hospital.

Because the examination comes first, you are advised on the treatment that suits your condition, which may be medicines, moisturisers, pelvic floor therapy or the laser. The hospital is easy to reach from BTM Layout, Jayanagar, JP Nagar, HSR Layout, Koramangala, Madiwala, Silk Board and Bannerghatta Road.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is vaginal laser therapy?

Vaginal laser therapy is a clinic-based procedure in which a fractional laser, usually a CO2 or Er:YAG laser, delivers controlled energy to the vaginal wall through a probe. The aim is to stimulate the tissue to renew itself and improve its thickness, moisture and elasticity. It is mainly considered for menopause related vaginal symptoms.

Is vaginal laser treatment available in Bangalore at Genesiss Hospital?

Yes. Vaginal laser therapy is available by appointment at Genesiss Hospital, BTM 2nd Stage, Bangalore. You first meet our gynaecology team for an examination, and the doctor decides whether the laser suits you or whether another option should come first.

Does vaginal laser therapy help vaginal dryness after menopause?

Some randomised trials report better dryness, burning and pain during intercourse after laser sessions compared with sham treatment. Reviewers still rate the certainty of this evidence as low. Moisturisers and vaginal oestrogen are usually tried first, and laser is considered when they are not enough or not suitable.

Is vaginal laser therapy approved and proven?

The evidence is still developing. In 2018 the US FDA said it had not cleared energy-based devices for treating menopause symptoms, urinary incontinence or sexual function, and several professional bodies ask for more long-term trials. Our doctors explain this at consultation so that you can decide with full information.

Is the treatment painful?

Most people feel warmth, a vibrating or tingling sensation and mild pressure from the probe. Some feel brief discomfort. The doctor will tell you in advance whether numbing cream is advised and will adjust the settings to your comfort.

How long does a session take and how many sessions are needed?

A session usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Laser therapy is often planned as a short series, for example three sessions spaced a few weeks apart, but the number depends on your symptoms and your doctor’s advice. Some people need maintenance sessions later.

Is there downtime after vaginal laser therapy?

Most people go back to routine activities the same day. You may notice mild spotting, watery discharge or a warm feeling for a day or two. You will be asked to avoid intercourse, tampons and douching for a few days, or for as long as your doctor advises.

What are the risks and side effects?

Common effects are mild discharge, spotting, irritation or a burning feeling that settles in a few days. Infection can occur. Rarely, burns, scarring or long-lasting pain after intercourse have been reported, which is why a proper examination, correct settings and a trained team matter.

Can vaginal laser therapy treat urine leakage?

Evidence for urine leakage is limited, and the US FDA has not cleared lasers for this use. If leakage is your main concern, pelvic floor rehabilitation, including Kegel chair therapy, bladder training and other treatments are usually discussed first.

Is vaginal laser therapy the same as laser vaginal tightening?

The same type of device may be used, but the reason for treatment differs. Vaginal laser therapy on this page is mainly about dryness, thinning of the lining and painful intercourse. Laser vaginal tightening is aimed at a feeling of looseness, and it has its own page on our website.

Who should not have vaginal laser therapy?

It is generally not advised during pregnancy, with an active vaginal or pelvic infection, with unexplained vaginal bleeding, or when cancer of the genital tract is suspected. Women with pelvic mesh, recent pelvic surgery or radiotherapy need specialist advice first. Your doctor will check your history before advising it.

How much does vaginal laser treatment cost?

The cost depends on the number of sessions your doctor advises after the examination. Our team shares the charges clearly at the time of consultation, before you begin. You can call +91 9886777592 to ask about charges and appointment availability.

How do I book a consultation for vaginal laser therapy?

You can book through the appointment page on our website at genesisshospital.com/appointment, or call +91 9886777592. The hospital is on 100 Feet Ring Road, near Jayadeva Metro, BTM 2nd Stage, Bangalore 560076.

Book a Gynaecology Consultation

To discuss vaginal laser therapy, book an appointment or call +91 9886777592.

Genesiss Multi-Speciality Hospital
17, 100 Feet Ring Rd, near Jayadeva Metro, BHBCS Layout, BTM 2nd Stage, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560076
Email: contact@genesisshospital.com

This page gives general health information and is not a substitute for medical advice. Suitability, the number of sessions and the expected benefit depend on your individual examination. Last updated: November 2026.