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Osteotome
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An osteotome is an instrument used for cutting or preparing bone.[1] Osteotomes are similar to a chisel but bevelled on both sides.[2] They are used today in plastic surgery, orthopedic surgery and dental implantation.[3]

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Osteotomes used in dental implantation
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Bernhard Heine's osteotome
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Component parts of the osteotome, and the instrument in use

The chain osteotome, originally referred to simply as the osteotome, was invented by the German physician Bernhard Heine in 1830.[4][5] This device is essentially a small chainsaw.[6][7]

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