Laser Therapy Before Removing Mucous Retention Cysts

Patients typically experience less post-procedure discomfort, making recovery easier. Scalpel surgery requires stitches to close the wound, which can cause irritation and delay healing.

Traditional surgery involves incisions and stitches, which can cause significant post-operative pain. Lasers immediately cauterize nerve endings, reducing the perception of pain.

Mucous retention cysts, commonly found in the mouth, sinuses, and salivary glands, are caused by blockages in the mucous ducts, leading to fluid accumulation. Treatment options for mucous retention cyst include traditional surgical excision and laser therapy, with laser therapy increasingly becoming the preferred option due to its many benefits. Laser therapy uses focused light energy to precisely remove the cyst, offering a minimally invasive alternative to scalpel surgery. Below, we look at the main advantages of laser therapy over traditional surgical excision.