New ultrasonic tool may spare nerves in jaw surgery
NCT ID NCT07174193
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study compares a new ultrasonic cutting tool (piezosurgery) to standard saws and drills for jaw realignment surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces nerve damage and other complications. About 70 adults will take part, and their recovery will be tracked for one year.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Piezosurgery device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could lead to fewer nerve problems and faster recovery for people undergoing jaw surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefits over conventional methods are still unproven.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Anna Ziekenhuis
Geldrop, 5664BE, Netherlands
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Erasmus Medical Center
Rotterdam, 3015 GD, Netherlands
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