Nonsurgical Vulvovaginal Rejuvenation With Radiofrequency and Laser Devices: A Literature Review and Comprehensive Update for Aesthetic Surgeons

Aesthet Surg J. 2018 Feb 15;38(3):302-311. doi: 10.1093/asj/sjx138.

Abstract

Nonsurgical vulvovaginal rejuvenation (NVR) is growing in popularity as a treatment for restoration of youthful female genitalia. Numerous radiofrequency (RF) and laser devices have entered the market claiming improvement in vaginal laxity and genitourinary syndrome of menopause. There is a paucity of evidence existing concerning the effectiveness of these devices for both pre- and postmenopausal women with laxity and/or atrophy at the histologic and clinical level. Therefore, the goal of this review is to scrutinize the peer-reviewed data on NVR with RF and laser devices, identify gaps in existing literature, and propose opportunities for further investigation.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy / adverse effects
  • Laser Therapy / methods*
  • Patient Reported Outcome Measures
  • Radiofrequency Therapy*
  • Rejuvenation*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vagina / physiology
  • Vagina / radiation effects*
  • Vulva / physiology
  • Vulva / radiation effects*