Laser surgery is a medical procedure that uses focused light beams (lasers) to cut, remove, or treat tissues. Unlike traditional surgery with scalpels, laser surgery is often less invasive, with reduced bleeding, pain, and recovery time. Different types of lasers are used depending on the procedure, such as CO₂ lasers for cutting soft tissues or excimer lasers for precise eye surgeries.
Common uses of laser surgery include:
- Eye surgeries (e.g., LASIK for vision correction)
- Skin treatments (e.g., removing scars, wrinkles, or tattoos)
- Tumor removal (e.g., in cancer treatments)
- Dental procedures (e.g., gum reshaping)
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