Mandibular distraction

Karaharju‐Suvanto, Terhi; Karaharju, Erkki; Ranta, Reijo

doi:10.1016/s1010-5182(05)80431-7

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The Versatility of Distraction Osteogenesis in Craniofacial Surgery

Imola

Hamlar

Thatcher

et al. 2002

Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery

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To review our preliminary results using distraction osteogenesis for the correction of craniofacial deformities and to determine its role in treating anatomic deformities and functional deficits relative to conventional craniofacial surgery.Design and Setting: Retrospective clinical review; tertiary care center.Methods: Twenty-four consecutive patients were treated with distraction osteogenesis during a 34-month period. Outcomes were compared with preexisting anatomic deformities and functional deficits using records of clinical assessments, photodocumentation, diagnostic imaging, and treatment planning aids.

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