Welcome back to Serenity MedSpa’s Q&A blog series, where we talk with some of our clients and practitioners to get the inside scoop on the latest cosmetic face and body medical spa treatments.
Who: A fitness instructor and mom in her mid-40s with two children
What: ThermiVa with Dr. Lisa at Serenity MedSpa
Why: So the client could feel more like she did pre-pregnancy
Note to readers: ThermiVa is an innovative non-surgical treatment that uses radio frequency energy to promote vaginal tightness and rejuvenation.
How did you learn about ThermiVa?
I was reading an article online about anti-aging treatments and it mentioned ThermiVa. I was amazed that something like this existed.
What made you want to try it?
As a person who’s been into fitness and yoga for many years, I noticed some real shifts after I had my second kid. I’m super in touch with my body and things just didn’t feel the same. Sex was still good, but it felt different. I tried Kegels and other devices, which helped a little, but not enough.
Were there specific issues you wanted to address?
I wasn’t having a lot of major problems, like incontinence, for example. I had two C-sections, so I didn’t have any ripping and tearing like some women I know. But pregnancy, regardless of how you deliver your baby really changes your body. Your ligaments get stretched and your hips get wider. You might be able to fit back into your pre-pregnancy jeans again, but your body is never the same. Having kids is great, but having your body change forever sucks. The thing I had noticed most was that tampons weren’t staying put and that was concerning—and also potentially embarrassing. I figured if that was already happening, peeing when I sneezed might not be too far behind. That’s why I didn’t want to wait. I thought if this treatment really works, I want to try it as soon as possible.
Why did you decide to go to Serenity MedSpa?
There were only two doctors listed in the Bay Area that offered ThermiVa and Serenity Medspa seemed like the best fit. I made a consultation appointment with Dr. Lisa on a Thursday and had the procedure on Friday.
How did it go?
After the very first treatment—I’ve now had two—I could see and feel an immediate difference. It was amazing. Everything felt plumper, fluffier. I was blown away.
Did you notice any other changes?
I felt sexier, more lubricated and younger. The next time I had sex there was definitely a difference. Everything felt tighter and more engaged. I could feel more and I could tell my boyfriend could too. He kept asking me if something was different and I just told him I had been working out more. I like that it’s something very personal I did for myself.
What was the procedure like?
I won’t lie. It’s super intimate. The Serenity staff make you feel very comfortable, but your legs are splayed open for more than 30 minutes. Imagine your worst nightmare Brazilian wax—without the pain of course. There’s actually no pain at all—just warmth from the wand. I tend to be super sensitive so there were times the wand would get a little too warm. But I would just speak up and we’d take a break and start again in a few minutes.
If you had to describe ThermiVa in a few words, what would you say?
It’s a serious game-changer for women’s health. Kegels versus ThermiVa is like the difference between using Retin-A and getting fillers. When you use Retin-A your skin looks younger and has more of a glow, but you still look your age. Fillers immediately take years off your face. There’s no comparison. It’s the same with ThermiVa.
What’s next?
I just had my second treatment and haven’t yet had sex or gotten my period, but I can only imagine the changes will be even more pronounced. Even during the most recent treatment, I was much more aware of the wand. That told me things had definitely tightened up. I’m going to finish the recommended series of three and will likely go in for maintenance treatments every few months. My goal is to get as close to how my body felt pre-pregnancy as I can.