What is a laser?
A laser is a device that generates an intense beam of coherent light that can cut, seal or vaporize tissue.

Why laser surgery?

• Less Pain - the laser automatically seals nerve endings, which means the patient feels less pain post-operatively.
• Less Bleeding - the laser seals small blood vessels during surgery.
• Less Swelling - the laser does not bruise or tear tissue, thereby reducing inflammatory responses and hastening healing.
• Quicker Recovery - decreased pain, bleeding and swelling mean that the patient can return to normal activity and the home environment sooner.

Are lasers new?
Laser technology has been helping doctors to safely and effectively treat patients for more than 30 years. The technology is well proven and well documented, and it is now being adopted by veterinarians to provide better pet care.

How does a laser work?
The way a particular laser works is determined by the specific wavelength of light that it produces. For example, the most commonly used surgical laser is a CO₂ laser which produces an invisible beam of light that vaporizes the water normally found in the skin and other soft tissue. Because the doctor can precisely control the laser, only a thin layer of tissue is removed, leaving the surrounding areas unaffected.

What type of procedures can a laser perform?
A laser is ideal for a wide variety of procedures for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, horses and other animals. Some of these include the removal of cysts, tumors and warts, as well as specialized internal procedures.