The LightScalpel CO₂ laser is a device that produces a concentrated beam of light. The highly focused CO₂ laser beam cleanly and precisely vaporizes tissue, while sealing blood vessels at the same time. Years of experience in medicine and oral surgery went into the design of the LightScalpel laser, which was made to provide superior care for patients.
What is laser surgery and how does it work?
Traditional surgery with a scalpel or scissors can bruise or crush tissue. The LightScalpel CO₂ laser, uses an intense beam of laser light to interact with the tissue. This eliminates the mechanical trauma to the tissue.
The CO₂ laser has the unique ability to vaporize or “erase” tissue. Without making direct contact with handpiece to the tissue, the CO₂ laser can be used to make incisions, as well as to remove unhealthy tissue. Our laser is so precise that it can selectively remove only a few cells at a time if needed. At the same time, it is powerful enough to de-bulk the largest of tissue lesions.
Are LightScalpel laser procedures safe?
When used according to accepted guidelines by a trained practitioner, the laser is as safe as other instruments. You will wear special protective glasses, just as you would to protect your eyes from sun exposure. Dr. Rogers has used a laser in his office since 2007.
Advantages of LightScalpel Laser Procedures
Here is a list of some of the many advantages for patients that the LightScalpel laser technology provides:
- Minimized Bleeding: As it vaporizes the tissue, the LightScalpel laser seals small blood vessels. This great reduction in bleeding makes surgical procedures quick and easy. In many cases, no sutures are required.
- Less Swelling and Discomfort: The LightScalpel CO₂ laser beam seals lymphatics, resulting in less post-operative swelling and discomfort associated with traditional scalpel surgery.
- Reduced Risk of Infection: The sanitizing effect of the laser reduces the risk of infection and means faster healing.
- Shortened Surgery Time: Less bleeding results in the improved visibility of the surgical field. The surgeon and the team do not have to spend much time trying to control the bleeding, and as a result, the duration of the surgery is reduced.
- Faster Recovery: Reduced trauma, minimized bleeding, less pain and swelling, and shorter periods of anesthesia mean, in most cases, you can go back to work or school the same day.
- Reduced Risk of Scarring: Several studies have shown that CO₂ laser treated areas, (compared to traditional methods) heal with less wound contraction and scarring.
- Advanced laser tools mean better results: The lightweight ergonomic hand pieces and flexible fiber waveguide of the LightScalpel CO₂ laser allow for enhanced precision with pin-point accuracy. In addition, LightScalpel accessories significantly facilitate surgeries in difficult to reach places.
Applications of the LightScalpel CO₂ Laser
All of our doctors and staff are trained in all necessary safety and precautions to ensure your procedure is safe and has the best outcome they can provide.
LightScalpel, the American made 10.6-micrometer CO₂ laser is cleared by the FDA for soft tissue surgical procedures, such as incision, excision, vaporization, ablation, and/or coagulation of soft tissue. These lasers are used in specialties such as: general surgery, dermatology, dentistry and oral & maxillofacial surgery, otorhinolaryngology (ENT), plastic and reconstructive surgery, neurosurgery, podiatry, and urology.
Is laser surgery appropriate for me?
A laser can perform a wide variety of surgical procedures. Our doctors will be able to tell you if you are a candidate for laser surgery.
We use our laser for the following procedures:
- Tongue-Tie Release
- Lip-Tie Release
- Gingivectomy
- Esthetic recontouring of gum tissue
- Soft tissue removal to gain better access for tooth restoration
- Excision of excess tissue during oral surgery
- Fibroma Removal
- Stage II Implant Uncovering
- Stop Snoring
