Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Fractures: Bone Repair

Fractures: Bone Repair

Treatment for a fracture is based on the type of break, the bone affected, and the patient's age.
Minor fractures with no bone displacement are treated by immobilizing the fractured bone using a cast or splint. However, in the case of fractures with displaced bones, the broken bones are repositioned before immobilization to ensure successful healing without deformation and loss of function. The realignment of fractured bone ends is performed through a process called reduction. If the...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Effects of paediatric nasal and maxillofacial surgery on midfacial growth.

Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery·2026

Same author

Evolution of Facial Plastic Surgery Global Surgery Outreach in the Context of International Conflict and the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Facial plastic surgery & aesthetic medicine·2026

Same author

Modern Evaluation and Treatment of Non-condylar Mandibular Fractures.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2025

Same author

Surface scanning and imaging in craniofacial surgery.

Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery·2025

Same author

Factors associated with plate fractures in mandibular reconstruction.

Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery·2025

Same author

Patient Screening and Selection for Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery Procedures.

JAMA network open·2024

Same journal

One Step Back, Two Steps Forward.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026

Same journal

That Which Does Not Kill Us….

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026

Same journal

The Delta Graft: Rethinking 3D Tip Architecture for Predictable Form and Function.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026

Same journal

Optimizing Recovery in the Secondary Rhinoplasty Patient.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026

Same journal

Regenerative Biologics in Revision Rhinoplasty: Emerging Roles of Stem Cells, Nanofat, Platelet-Rich Plasma, and Exosomes in Soft Tissue Optimization and Healing.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026

Same journal

Prevention and Treatment of Infection in Rhinoplasty.

Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America·2026

See all related articles

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Apr 20, 2026

A Mouse Distraction Osteogenesis Model

A Mouse Distraction Osteogenesis Model

Published on: November 14, 2018

Craniofacial distraction osteogenesis.

Ryan Winters¹, Sherard A Tatum¹

¹Division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology & Communication Sciences, SUNY Upstate Medical University, 750 East Adams Street, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA.

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America

|December 3, 2014

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Distraction osteogenesis (DO) offers craniofacial surgeons a versatile new tool. This technique presents advantages over traditional methods for various clinical scenarios, though some complications persist.

Keywords:

Craniofacial surgery Distraction osseogenesis Distraction osteogenesis Maxillofacial surgery Orthognathic surgery Pediatric craniomaxillofacial surgery

More Related Videos

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Published on: April 11, 2012

An Efficient and Reproducible Protocol for Distraction Osteogenesis in a Rat Model Leading to a Functional Regenerated Femur

An Efficient and Reproducible Protocol for Distraction Osteogenesis in a Rat Model Leading to a Functional Regenerated Femur

Published on: October 23, 2017

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2026

A Mouse Distraction Osteogenesis Model

A Mouse Distraction Osteogenesis Model

Published on: November 14, 2018

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Creating Rigidly Stabilized Fractures for Assessing Intramembranous Ossification, Distraction Osteogenesis, or Healing of Critical Sized Defects

Published on: April 11, 2012

An Efficient and Reproducible Protocol for Distraction Osteogenesis in a Rat Model Leading to a Functional Regenerated Femur

An Efficient and Reproducible Protocol for Distraction Osteogenesis in a Rat Model Leading to a Functional Regenerated Femur

Published on: October 23, 2017

Area of Science:

Craniofacial surgery
Regenerative medicine
Orthognathic surgery

Background:

Distraction osteogenesis (DO) is an increasingly utilized technique in craniofacial surgery.
It offers significant advantages over conventional surgical approaches for specific clinical applications.
Despite its benefits, DO is not without complications, some of which are inherent to the procedure.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide an overview of the current applications of distraction osteogenesis in craniofacial surgery.
To highlight the versatility and advantages of DO in various clinical scenarios.
To acknowledge the limitations and ongoing developments in DO technology.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature and clinical practices regarding distraction osteogenesis in craniofacial surgery.
Analysis of the expanding register of clinical scenarios where DO is applicable.
Comparison of DO with conventional craniofacial surgical techniques.

Main Results:

Distraction osteogenesis is a highly versatile tool with an ever-expanding range of clinical uses.
DO offers major advantages in specific craniofacial surgical situations compared to traditional methods.
While DO can mitigate some complications, others remain, and some applications are still in early stages with limited data.

Conclusions:

Distraction osteogenesis represents a significant advancement in craniofacial surgery.
Its versatility and advantages make it a valuable option for surgeons, despite ongoing challenges.
Further research and data are needed for emerging DO applications.