Piezosurgery in dentistry

Abstract

Piezosurgery (piezoelectric bone surgery) is a technique of bone surgery which is gaining popularity in the field of dentistry in the recent years. This device is being used in osteotomies, periodontology and implantology, and oral surgical procedures. Piezoelectric ultrasonic vibrations are utilized to perform precise and safe osteotomies. This article discusses the equipment, biological effects on bone, and advantages and disadvantages of this technology.

Keywords

• Dentistry
• implantology
• osteotomies
• periodontal surgery
• piezosurgery
• ultrasonic vibration