Effect of Cyclic Compressive Forces on New Bone Formation during the Distraction Period in Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis Using a Microactuator-Generated Distractor

Abstract

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery • June 2021 surgeries is growing as a result of increased social and political support for transgender rights. Just recently, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects transgender employees from discrimination based on sex, marking a milestone for transgender rights. Despite an increase in support for the transgender community and gender-affirming surgeries, formal training of residents in transgender health remains limited in many specialties, including plastic surgery. Without such education, residents and physicians may not be ready to address the health inequities faced by this traditionally marginalized and underserved population. 5 While the results of this study may be limited, the utility of a structured training course in a relatively new and rapidly growing field in plastic and craniofacial surgery, where exposure is limited, is not. Incorporation of surgical simulations such as the one described in this study into the curriculum will help promote residents' knowledge and, potentially, skills relevant to transgender health. We will continue to promote trainee education in this important field and look forward to future works from the plastic surgery community.

Indications and surgical technique for distraction osteogenesis of the alveolar bone for augmentation prior to insertion of dental implants

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