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See what real laser surgery looks like….
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(above) THE LASER
SURGERY ROOM: The surgeon is wearing protective goggles as a
spay incision is made with the laser. The laser unit is on the
left and the surgeon holds the articulated laser arm. On the
right is the vacuum unit which pulls away exhaust air from the
surgery site. |

(left) TUMOR REMOVAL: The surgeon
uses the laser to remove a tumor (skin growth) from a dog's
rear leg.

(right) SKIN INCISION WITH LASER: The laser cuts through the
skin smoothly and easily.

(right) CLOSE-UP SKIN INCISION:
Note the lack of any bleeding on this close-up. Surgical
bleeding is minimized with laser surgery since it seals small
skin vessels as it cuts. The red light to the right of
incision is not the actual cutting beam, but just an indicator
that shows the surgeon where the laser is focused. |
Frequently Asked Questions:
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In an effort to provide
the highest quality surgical and medical care for our patients, LMAH
has added laser surgery to our capabilities. Laser surgery is
cutting edge technology used in veterinary medicine, as well as
human medicine. Laser surgery allows shorter surgical/anesthesia
time, quicker healing, and less post-operative discomfort.
Here are answers for some frequently-asked questions.
How does a laser work?
A laser produces an invisible beam of light that vaporizes the
tissue as it "cuts." As the doctor directs the laser to the area, it
cuts a precise thin layer of tissue and leaves the nearby tissues
unaffected. The laser can be used to seal, cut, or vaporize tissue.
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What kind of laser is in use at LMAH?
We have a Cutting Edge CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser. (additional info at
www.cuttingedgevet.com)
Is a laser dangerous to my pet?
The laser affects only the area it is directed, just as a scalpel
blade only cuts the tissue it touches. In cases of surgeries of the
head area, eye protection is provided for the patient.
What are the benefits of laser surgery?
Less Pain: The laser seals nerve endings as it cuts. As a result,
the patient will experience less pain and be more comfortable in the
post-operative period.
Less Swelling: Laser surgery allows a precise, clean cut. Because
there is no crushing, tearing, or bruising of skin and tissues this
results in less post-operative swelling.
Less Bleeding: The laser seals small blood vessels and thus results
in less bleeding during surgery. Quick and precise control of
bleeding helps to speed surgical time and thereby decreases time of
patient under anesthesia.
What surgeries can be done with a laser?
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Declaw
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Any routine spay or neuter
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Oral/dental procedures
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Exotic animal surgery
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Mass removals
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Other specialized surgeries |
Our doctors and staff are
available to answer any questions.
Call us at 645-3116!
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