What is one advantage of pulsing a laser?

The advantage of pulsing a laser lies in its ability to provide thermal relaxation, allowing the tissue to cool slightly between pulses. This cooling period helps to minimize thermal damage to surrounding tissues while enhancing the effectiveness of the treatment. By allowing the tissues time to dissipate heat, pulsed lasers can ensure that energy is delivered in a controlled manner, preventing excessive heating and potential injury to surrounding areas. This feature is particularly important in clinical applications where precision and safety are paramount.

While it could be perceived that increased cutting speed and controlled tissue vaporization are benefits of laser use, these are typically more dependent on other factors such as the type of laser, settings being used, and the specific procedure being performed rather than the pulsing itself. Reduced thermal relaxation is more about the continuous nature of a laser rather than a benefit of pulsing.