Piezoelectric Surgery (PS) Versus Conventional Rotary Burs for Sinus Floor Elevation in Borderline Posterior Maxilla: A Randomized Clinical Trial
摘要
This randomized prospective clinical trial compared piezoelectric surgery (PS) and conventional rotary burs for lateral sinus floor elevation with simultaneous implant placement in patients with limited residual bone height (4–5 mm), focusing on intraoperative and postoperative outcomes.
Materials and MethodsTwenty patients aged 30–60 years with 4–5 mm residual bone height in the posterior maxilla were randomized into two groups: Group I (PS) and Group II (rotary burs). Both underwent sinus lift with simultaneous implant placement and grafting. Intraoperative parameters included membrane perforation, surgical visibility, and duration. Postoperative outcomes assessed pain, edema, epistaxis, mouth opening, bone height (CBCT), and implant stability (RFA).
ResultsMembrane perforation occurred only in the rotary group (30%), without statistical significance. PS showed significantly better visibility and shorter operative time. In this borderline 4–5 mm residual bone height range, both groups achieved successful augmentation with comparable postoperative recovery. Both techniques demonstrated significant vertical bone gain and improved implant stability over 4 months, with no significant intergroup differences.
ConclusionPS provides enhanced precision and a lower incidence of membrane perforation, though cost-intensive. Both techniques yield comparable early clinical outcomes, and technique selection should depend on anatomical factors, clinician expertise, and resource availability.