Surgical
Laser
--
Have you
heard about
laser
surgery?
If not,
prepare to
be amazed!!
Laser
surgery is a
new
advancement
in surgical
technology.
AAH's laser
is a carbon
dioxide
laser in
which the
laser beam
replaces the
old scalpel
method.
the laser
provides
many patient
benefits
including
decreased
bleeding,
less risk of
infection,
less paint,
and faster
healing
times.
As the laser
light heats
the skin
itseals the
blood
vessels and
nerve
endings to
reduce
bleeding and
pain
associated
with
surgery.
The laser
also kills
bacteria,
reducing the
risk of
post-operative
infection
for your
pet.
So you may
ask, what
can a laser
be used for?
Well,
a laser can
be used for
virtually
any surgical
procedure
and has
revolutionized
the way many
surgeries
are
performed.
For example,
feline
dewclaws
have often
been viewed
as painful
and cruel
surgeries in
the past;
however,
with laser
surgery,
recovery
time is
tremendously
decreased
and patients
are very
comfortable
immediately
post-op.
The laser
can be used
for a wide
array of
surgical
procedures.
For example,
it is common
to use the
laser for
minor
procedures
such as
wart/cyst
removals,
while on the
other hand,
it can also
be used for
intricate
procedures,
such as eye
and gum
surgery.
It can also
be used for
larger scale
surgeries
such as
foreign body
extraction
and
difficult to
remove
tumors.
Since this
great new
piece of
equipment
allows the
veterinarian
to complete
the surgery
much
quicker, it
decreases
the time
that your
pet is under
anesthesia.
To find out
if the laser
would be
right for
your pet's
procedure,
ask us at
your next
appointment,
or contact
us now for
more
information.
We will be
happy to
answer any
questions
you may
have.
