Sonic Rhinoplasty: Review and Updated Uses

Facial Plast Surg. 2021 Feb;37(1):107-109. doi: 10.1055/s-0040-1714673. Epub 2020 Aug 24.

Abstract

The ultrasonic bone aspirator (UBA) allows for precision and provides ease of use in multiple steps of cosmetic and functional rhinoplasties. Its use has previously been described; however, since the publication of many studies the UBA has been improved and its applications for rhinoplasty have been modified and expanded. Both bony and cartilaginous modifications to the nose can be aided with the use of the UBA. From our experience, patient results have subjectively been found to be more acceptable, if not better, than with the use of other rhinoplasty instruments.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cartilage / transplantation
  • Humans
  • Nose / surgery
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Rhinoplasty*
  • Ultrasonic Therapy*