Full Ultrasonic Sagittal Split Mandibular Ramus Osteotomy: A New Technical Safety Approach

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Surgical Innovation
• Biomedical Engineering

Background:

• Sagittal mandibular ramus osteotomy (SSRO) is a key procedure for correcting facial deformities.
• Traditional osteotomy tools include rotary drills and saws, with emerging technologies like lasers and piezoelectric systems.
• Piezoelectric systems offer enhanced safety and enable new surgical techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a novel technique for SSRO utilizing exclusively the piezoelectric system.
• To evaluate the safety and efficacy of piezoelectric-only SSRO.
• To demonstrate an improved surgical approach for mandibular reconstruction.

Main Methods:

• Exclusive use of the piezoelectric system for mandibular ramus osteotomy.
• No adjunctive tools such as chisels were employed during the osteotomy.
• Detailed description of the surgical technique and execution.

Main Results:

• The piezoelectric system allowed for precise and safe osteotomy.
• The technique was successfully executed without complications.
• The procedure demonstrated potential for improved surgical outcomes.

Conclusions:

• Exclusive piezoelectric system use is a viable and safe alternative for SSRO.
• This technique offers enhanced precision and safety in treating facial deformities.
• Further research should explore long-term outcomes and broader applications.