Reduced Risk of Infection – The high heat of laser energy kills bacteria and microorganisms as it moves through diseased areas, reducing the chance of infection. Will my pet have stitches?
For many surgeries, we use absorbable sutures underneath the skin. We use the highest quality suture material available, irrespective of cost. Better suture material leads to less post-operative complications. These will dissolve on their own, and do not need to be removed later. Some surgeries, especially tumor removals, do require skin stitches. With either type of suture, you will need to keep an eye on the incision for swelling or discharge. Most dogs and cats do not lick excessively or chew at the incision, but this is an occasional problem you will also need to watch for. If there are skin sutures, these will usually be removed 10 to 14 days after surgery. You will also need to limit your pet’s activity level for a time and no baths are allowed for the first 10 days after surgery.
