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Maintaining vector control during alveolar distraction osteogenesis: a technical note
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, California 92350, USA. aherford@sd.llu.edu
The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants
|October 29, 2004
Abstract:
Distraction osteogenesis is a predictable method for restoring missing tissue prior to implant placement. However, pull from the soft tissue can alter the desired direction of the distraction. This article describes and illustrates techniques that are useful for maintaining the desired vector during alveolar distraction osteogenesis. These methods can prevent the need for further intervention and allow for ideal placement of endosseous dental implants without compromising results.
