At the forefront of precision surgery: real-world insights from W&H Implantmed and Piezomed users

The Implantmed and Piezomed module continues to gain recognition among clinicians who demand reliable performance when performing some of the most advanced and delicate procedures. Their experiences speak for themselves.

Using piezo tools when performing orthognathic procedures

One surgeon, Dr. Stanley Liu, Nova Southeastern University, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., shared his experience using the Piezomed Plus in a challenging in-office setting:

“Recently, I had the opportunity to use the W&H Piezomed Plus for an in-office maxillary expansion performed under sedation. Historically, these cases, previously categorized as surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion (SARPE), were performed in the operating room with more aggressive osteotomies and earlier generations of piezoelectric devices. In our collective experience, many piezo systems have lacked the cutting efficiency necessary for controlled bone work in a minimally invasive, sedation-based setting.

“In contrast, the Piezomed Plus demonstrated excellent cutting efficiency during limited Lefort I osteotomies. Both the residents and I found the device precise, stable and easy to control. This allowed efficient bone cuts without unnecessary force or prolonged operative time. This level of performance represents a meaningful advancement in piezoelectric technology. By enabling reliable, efficient osteotomies under sedation, it expands the scope of procedures that can be safely performed under sedation, including selected Le Fort procedures and rhinoplasty-related osteotomies.”

For clinicians performing advanced bone surgery, cutting efficiency and tactile control are not preferences — they are requirements. The ability to confidently perform controlled osteotomies under sedation reflects a significant evolution in ultrasonic technology. 

Predictability in delicate anatomy

Geoffrey Rubinshtein of Bensonhurst Dental in Brooklyn, N.Y., highlights the value of versatility and confidence in implant and sinus procedures:

“W&H products allow me to deliver top-notch quality and precision to all my patients. Having the right instruments for every occasion leads to optimal results and remarkable post-op healing. Such complex machinery feels intuitive and easy to use straight out of the box. I like the versatility that comes with the Piezomed and its use for multiple types of procedures. It gives me reassurance and peace of mind when working in delicate areas such as the sinus. Now, performing lateral sinus windows is more predictable with less complications.

“W&H has also provided seamless communication with each interaction and continues to excel in customer service. They have become an integral part of our everyday practice, and we look forward to implementing more of their innovative surgical tools in the future.”

When working in anatomically sensitive regions like the sinus, predictability reduces stress — for both clinician and patient. Intuitive systems, combined with responsive support, reinforce confidence beyond the operatory.

Seamless workflow in periodontal surgery

Mitch Kaplan, DDS, PhD, of Ann Arbor, Mich., emphasizes efficiency across procedures:

“I’ve been using the Piezomed for osseous surgery for several years now. Combining the periodontal tips (P1 and P2RD/P2LD) along with the bone cutting tips (I1, S1, S2, and B3) allows for simple use of both root planing tips and tips for osseous recontouring all with the same handpiece with sterile irrigation. It doesn’t get much easier.”

The ability to transition seamlessly between periodontal and osseous applications — using one system, one handpiece and sterile irrigation — streamlines surgical flow and reduces complexity in the operatory.

Precision that powers possibility

From complex maxillary expansion and periodontal osseous recontouring to lateral sinus windows and atraumatic extractions preserving the facial plate, clinicians are leveraging W&H’s advanced Piezomed technology to broaden treatment capabilities while maintaining control.

 

About the surgeons

Stanley Liu, MD, DDS, FACS, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL

A dual-trained surgeon and former associate professor and director of the Sleep Surgery Fellowship in the Department of Otolaryngology at Stanford University, he now serves as chair of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Nova Southeastern University, where he is building an integrated airway center that bridges dentistry, medicine and sleep science. Trained at UCSF and fellowship-trained at Stanford, Liu has been at the forefront of advancing surgical strategies for obstructive sleep apnea.

Geoffrey Rubinshtein, Bensonhurst Dental, Brooklyn, NY

Born and raised in New York, Rubinshtein earned his doctorate of dental surgery from the prestigious New York University College of Dentistry and completed advanced specialty training in periodontics through NYU’s postgraduate program. A board-certified periodontist, he is recognized for his outstanding clinical performance and treats patients locally and internationally. Rubinshtein is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care focused on improving oral health and creating confident, life-changing smiles.

Mitch Kaplan, DDS, PhD, Ann Arbor, MI

Receiving his training in all phases of periodontics and dental implant care at Eastman Dental Center, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Kaplan completed his fellowship in oral medicine at the National Institutes of Health and his training in dentistry at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. He also completed a general practice residency prior to entering the field of periodontics; and he completed his PhD studying inflammation in the nervous system while at the University of Rochester.

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