The use of radiofrequency ablation in oral surgery

Abstract

Appliances that use electromagnetic radiation in the form of high frequency radioablation are increasingly applied in many branches of medicine and in recent times in oral surgery. They work on the same principle as the electrocauteries, with the difference that the electrocauteries use wave frequencies from 300kHz to 500kHz and the radiolayers use the frequency of wavelengths of 4MHz. This allows them a far lower energy penetration depth, less destruction and limited lateral tissue damage, without burning effect. Wound healing is faster, scarring is less, and cosmetic effect is more pronounced. During one year at the Department of Oral Surgery, a radiotherapeutic appliance is used in many oral surgery interventions. Treatment of non-contact tissues simultaneously with a hemostatic effect or pure coagulation is performed very easily and successfully. The appliance is tested when working on soft tissue of the skin and mucous membranes. With proper and professional handling any adverse effects are avoided. Special attention should be paid to patients with cardiac pacemaker and adhere to the protocol. It patient has dental implants, touching them is contraindicated while working with active electrode. Conclusion: The radiowave surgery has advantages in relation to conventional surgery wiht respect on indication areas.

Keywords

• radiofrequency ablation
• surgery
• coagulation