Both incisions are treated with our companion laser just after surgery just like we do when both testicles are in the scrotum. In periodontal laser therapy, the provider uses a dental laser to access and remove the inflamed gum tissue from around the root of the tooth. Laser surgery is a procedure that generates a beam of light energy at a specific wavelength, resulting in the cutting of tissues. I am considering the laser spaying/neutering for my female and male cat. Neuter. Many people find a laser spay/neuter costs about $200 more than a traditional procedure. There are advantages of laser surgery when compared to traditional stainless steel surgical scalpels, which are decreased pain, decreased inflammation, reduced blood loss, and improved tissue healing. Has anyone had this surgery yet, if so can I please have your comments on it. Spaying is the surgical sterilization of a female animal through the removal of both ovaries and the uterus, while under general anesthesia. A 980-mm laser with an energy density of 5 J/cm 2 and a power of 2 to 3.5 watts was used. When the infected tissue is removed and the root is exposed, the root scaling begins. An interesting variation on this neuter surgery is the placement of solid silicone implants in place of testicles. Plus, he won't have to spend the night. Does anyone have opinions/recommendations? Spay. If an animal has terminal cancer, laser surgery will make the pet's last months or years comfortable, but it is not a cure. I can't imagine anything negative about laser vs. scalpel but just wanted to throw the question out to the experts! Laser therapy techniques vary based on the procedure. Hi, Dr. Barchas, I recently adopted a 5 month old puppy that has not been spayed. The benefits of neutering extend well beyond controlling the homeless dog population — … Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, 11, 462-470 Gammel, J., Biskup, J., Drum, M., Newkirk, K. and Lux, C. 2018 Effects of low-level laser therapy on the healing of surgically closed incisions and surgically created open wounds in dogs. Effect of low-level laser therapy on wound healing after palatal surgery in Beagle dogs. The noncontact laser head was held 1 cm away from the skin. The neutering or castration of male dogs involves the surgical removal of the testicles while the dog is under general anesthesia. But, despite the stress, it’s well worth it. This gives a natural look after neuter … The treatment area measured 5.08 cm by either 5.08, 7.62, or 10.12 cm. Also, do you think regular spaying/neutering would be better? The vet mentioned that they do laser surgery for neutering. My main vet is in PA and doesn't do laser. I’m told that there are two different kinds of spaying–scalpel (which has a longer recovery period) and laser. Veterinary laser therapy provides a non-invasive, pain-free, surgery-free and drug-free treatment that is used to treat a variety of conditions, and can be performed in conjunction with existing treatments. Believe me, it's the BEST. May 17, 2006 #2 tnr1 TCS Member. It sounds much better than the scalpel, less pain, less bleeding, less swelling, etc. Laser surgery equipment runs upwards of $30,000 or more. How do I help my dog feel more comfortable after neutering? Treatment was performed every 24 hours from days 1 through 5 postoperatively. Veteran. If a tumor is being treated, an endoscope (a thin, lighted, flexible tube) may be used to direct the laser and view tissues inside the body. Less invasive, less or no bleeding, less chance of infection. I waited to get to FL to get my dog neutered just to have the laser. How Laser Therapy Works. Laser treatment for dogs employs deep-penetrating light to promote a chain of chemical reactions known as photobiostimulation. Neuticles. Joined Oct 5, … The decision to spay or neuter your dog is an important one, and even though the procedure is fairly routine, it can be nerve-wracking for a pet parent.