PIEZOSURGERY IN PERIODONTOLOGY

The last decade of dentistry has witnessed the emergence of novel family of ultrasonic instruments known as Piezosurgery. The Piezosurgery device was developed with the aim of enhancing the surgeon’s ability to perform meticulous bone surgery while reducing the risk of intraoperative and postoperative morbidity. It provides a great facility during some surgical procedures and even to some extent becomes indispensable. The application of piezoelectric surgery is an excellent tool to handle delicate or compromised hard- and soft-tissue conditions with less risk for the patient. Minimal accidental damage to adjacent soft-tissue structures allows for a safe and gentle surgical approach particularly to thin and fragile bony structures.