Atraumatic Surgical Extractions
A piezotome is a minimally invasive dental tool that uses ultrasonic vibrations to perform atraumatic tooth extractions. This technique can help reduce discomfort and improve healing after the procedure.
Here are some benefits of using a piezotome for tooth extraction:
Preserves bone: The piezotome's thin tip helps to preserve as much bone as possible.
Reduces tissue damage: The piezotome's ultrasonic vibrations release the tooth fibers that hold it in place, without damaging the surrounding tissue.
Less postoperative pain: Patients experience less pain and swelling after a piezotome extraction, compared to traditional procedures.
Can be used for implants: The piezotome can be used to extract teeth before placing an implant.
Works on broken teeth: The piezotome can be used on teeth that are broken or have vertical fractures.
During an atraumatic extraction, the dentist uses the piezotome to loosen the tooth from the socket, then pulls it out with minimal force. Patients may feel gentle vibrations or cool sensations of water during the procedure, but they shouldn't feel any pain