Introduction: Surgical correction of the facial skeleton in deformity has evolved significantly
over the recent past as techniques and technology have improved. Where there exist …

Distraction osteogenesis has become one of the major treatment alternatives for correction
of dentofacial deformities. An array of distraction devices is available nowadays to suit a …

The advent of distraction osteogenesis (DO) applications to the maxillofacial skeleton
opened up the door to treat severe skeletal facial and craniofacial deformities not amenable …

Background A new distraction osteogenesis assembly system comprising a fully customized
CAD/CAM-based fixation unit and ready-made distraction unit was developed. The aim of …

Purpose Multi-vector distraction osteogenesis has been described for use in the
reconstruction of complex mandible deformities. Using 3-dimensional computer simulation …

Distraction osteogenesis (DO) is an interesting surgical technique to take advantage of the
body's ability to heal. In an area of decreased volume of bone, an osteotomy is created and …

PURPOSE: To develop and test a novel, hydraulic, continuous, automated distraction device
capable of 3D movements for treatment of mandibular deformities. MATERIALS AND …

Mandibular and maxillary deformities commonly require surgical intervention. Prior to
distraction osteogenesis, traditional modalities involving single-staged translocation and …

Introduction Distraction osteogenesis (DO) has been applied to the field of
craniomaxillofacial surgery for more than two decades. Although relevant factors for …

Distraction osteogenesis has revolutionised the management of craniofacial abnormalities.
The technique however requires precise planning, patient selection, execution and follow …