What is piezoelectric bone surgery?

What is piezoelectric bone surgery?

Piezoelectric bone surgery, also simply known as Piezosurgery, is
a new technique for osteotomy and osteoplasty utilizing an
innovative ultrasonic surgical apparatus. This technique was
created and developed in response to the need to reach major
levels of precision and safety in bone surgery.
Due to their characteristics, the micro vibrations allow a selective
cut of only mineralized structures (i.e. Bone) without damaging
soft tissues, which remains undamaged even in case of accidental
contact (i.e. Sinus/Schniderian membrane) .
The micrometric vibration ensures precise cutting action and at
the same time maintains a blood-free site because of the physical
phenomenon of cavitation. The micrometric vibration makes
the instrument manageable and permits major interoperative
control with a consequent increase in safety especially in
anatomically difficult areas.
Given its innovative nature, Piezosurgery distinguishes itself as
being different from the conventional techniques utilized in
bone surgery. Consequently, it requires different surgical skills.
To master the right surgical skill it is essential to take a dedicated
course and demonstrate an adequate learning curve in the
hands on exercises.