ADVANCED C02 Laser

We’re pleased to offer your pet the benefits of advanced CO2 laser surgery as an alternative to traditional surgical procedures. CO2 laser surgery is exactly what it sounds like – we use a concentrated CO2 laser beam, rather than a steel scalpel, to make any cuts through tissue. At Hayfield Animal Hospital, we use our CO2 laser whenever appropriate.

Benefits of Laser Surgery

Laser surgery offers three primary advantages over traditional surgery: there’s less bleeding, reduced risk of infection, and faster recovery. These benefits stem from the laser’s ability to seal off blood vessels and nerves and sterilize the tissue as it’s cutting.

Other advantages of laser surgery include:

• Decreased post-op pain
• Greater precision for surgeons
• Minimal damage to unaffected areas
• Less post-op swelling
• Less anesthesia may be required
• Minimal scarring

What surgeries can be performed with the laser?

Almost any soft-tissue surgery may be performed with the CO2 laser. Routine procedures such as ovariohysterectomy (spay) or castration (neutering) are commonly done with the laser. The CO2 laser is also used for growth removals,skin tags, eyelid surgery such as correction of entropion, and some mouth and throat procedures. Your veterinarian will discuss whether CO2 laser is appropriate for use during your pet's surgery.