Seeking a gentler alternative, medical engineers have long explored laser technology. Because lasers operate without physical ...

Lasers cut precisely and without contact—ideal for surgery. The problem is that in hard tissues such as bone, they are too ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When it comes to slicing into bone, three lasers are better than ...

Removing bone tissue with a laser rather than a bone saw is a potential route to faster healing after surgery and reduced risk of contamination. The process, termed laser osteotomy, could eventually ...

Using lasers rather than scalpels and saws has many benefits in surgery. Yet they are only used in isolated cases. But that could be about to change: laser systems are getting smarter and better all ...