What is an advantage of using a laser compared to soft tissues incised with a scalpel?

Using a laser for soft tissue procedures presents several advantages over traditional scalpel techniques, one of which is the potential for quicker wound healing. Lasers can precisely target tissues, leading to less damage to surrounding areas. This precision minimizes inflammation and trauma, which can, in turn, promote faster healing. The energy from the laser can also encourage tissue regeneration and reduce scar formation, enabling patients to recover more swiftly than they might with scalpel incisions.

While other choices may have some relevance, such as a reduced risk of infection due to coagulation of blood vessels during laser use, the primary and most notable advantage directly related to wound healing is that laser procedures often result in quicker recovery times when considering the overall healing process and post-operative care.