er Center At one point, laser therapy could have been associated with pseudoscience. But medical and technological advancements have paved the way for exciting breakthroughs. Research shows Class IV laser therapy can greatly help improve musculoskeletal problems in the back and hips. The K-Laser can also be used to:
UNDER THE KNIFE LASER
How Our Surgical Laser Revolutionizes Surgery
• Speed up healing after an injury or surgery. • Stimulate the growth of new blood vessels to improve oxygenation.
• Reduce arthritis pain in dogs. • Help cats with urinary tract disease. • Decrease inflammation in essentially any tissue.
Up until now, we’ve had a colleague come in periodically to offer laser therapy to our patients. Now that we have a K-Laser in-office, we’re able to provide consistent therapy to our patients across the valley. If you want to learn more about therapeutic lasers and how they may be able to help your pet, give us a call at 406.755.6886 and ask about the Veterinary Laser Center today.
In addition to the therapeutic laser, we are also excited to have been using a surgical laser at the practice for years. Far more powerful than the therapeutic laser, this incredibly precise laser beam is essentially a really high-tech surgical knife. The laser seals small blood vessels as it cuts, cauterizing surgical cuts and reducing bleeding. Some data suggests the surgical laser is even able to reduce pain at the incision site and speed up recovery. Thanks to our surgical laser, we’re able to perform a number of important treatments that aren’t practical with a conventional scalpel. For example, nasal surgery can do wonders for dogs who have trouble breathing, like pugs and bulldogs. Unfortunately, for a long time, this kind of surgery was pretty traumatic, with lots of post-operative complications. The soft palate in the nasal passage is extremely sensitive and bleeds horribly when cut. This made it difficult to finish the surgery and often led to post-op complications. The surgical laser revolutionized this procedure. The laser is able to cauterize the tissue so the soft palate doesn’t bleed when cut. When the dog wakes up, it’s able to breathe easily and with a reduced risk of post-op complications.
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to grind oatmeal into a fine powder. Peel banana, cut into quarters, and add to food processor. Add peanut butter and pulse until mixture forms a dough.
Thanks to the surgical laser, we’re also able to:
• Remove small skin tumors with local anesthesia, rather than having to put the pet under for surgery.
3. Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thick, then use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Transfer treats to nonstick baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown on top. 4. Let treats cool for at least 5 minutes before surprising your pup with a new breakfast
• More effectively address dental tumors without the gums bleeding.
•Make incredibly precise incisions, which are necessary when performing tumor surgery and abdominal surgery.
snack. Treats can be stored unrefrigerated in an airtight container for 3–5 days.
The technology behind surgical lasers has been around for a long time, and we’re excited to use it in our practice. This technology enables us to bring cutting-edge veterinary care to our patients in Montana and offer the resources so every pet can get the help they need quickly and efficiently.
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