Gentle and Effective Pet Laser Surgery in Elyria, OH
What is Laser?
A laser is a device that generates an intense beam of coherent light that can cut, seal, or vaporize tissue.
Are Lasers New?
Laser technology has been helping doctors to safely and effectively treat patients for more than 20 years. The technology is well proven and well documented, and it is now gradually being adopted by progressive companion animal health care facilities.
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 CO 2 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. All major and minor surgeries performed at our hospital are done using our state-of-the-art CO2 laser.
Why Laser Surgery?
Less Pain - The laser seals nerve endings as it "cuts." As a result, your companion animal will experience less pain and be more comfortable post-operatively.
Less Bleeding - The laser seals small blood vessels during surgery. This speeds up many procedures, reducing the time your companion animal needs to be under anesthesia, which further reduces possible complications.
Less Swelling - Laser energy does not crush, tear, or bruise tissue because the only thing that touches your companion animal is an invisible beam of light.
What Does This Mean for My Companion Animal?
Reduced risk of infection - As the laser removes diseased tissue, it seals the skin and reduces the amount of bacteria present.
Precision - The laser can remove unhealthy tissue while minimizing adverse effects on healthy surrounding tissue.
Quick return to normal activities - Healing is rapid, and there is less post-operative discomfort and a better course of healing.
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ALL FELINE AND CANINE ROUTINE SURGERIES REQUIRE CURRENT VACCINES (From a licensed veterinarian).
CANINE VACCINES: DHPP, +/- Lepto, Bordetella, Rabies, and for any dog over 6 months of age, a Negative Heartworm Test
FELINE VACCINES: FVRCP[C], Feline Leukemia Test, FELV, and Rabies
Choose Gentle Laser Surgery for Your Pet – Contact Us Today!
If your pet requires surgery or you have questions about our Pet Laser Surgery services, don't hesitate to reach out. Call Elyria Animal Hospital at (440) 365-3818 to discuss your pet's needs and schedule a consultation. Your pet's comfort and safety are our top priorities.
