To perform a tonsillectomy, the surgical tool most often chosen is an electrosurgery tool, where electricity is used to dissect the tonsil and to stop bleeding More recently, the use of a variety of lasers has been explored as an alternative tool to perform this procedure.

Due to its unique characteristics, the SLT Contact Laser™ system can be used to perform a tonsillectomy with the utmost in precision and hemostasis (control of bleeding). The precision offered with the SLT Contact Laser can minimize trauma to underlying tissue, thus improving the post-operative recovery.