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Hybrid distraction: a novel method for distraction osteogenesis of the alveolar process


Zemann, Wolfgang; Metzler, Philipp; Jacobsen, Christine; Obwegeser, Joachim Anton (2012). Hybrid distraction: a novel method for distraction osteogenesis of the alveolar process. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 23(6):1642-1644.

Abstract

Segmental distraction osteogenesis of the anterior alveolar process is a sufficient method to enlarge the alveolar arch. Indications for this method are dental crowding, retroalveolism, and leveling of the curve of Spee. However, after the distraction period, the anterior alveolar segment often shows an unfavorable inclination resulting in nonphysiologic load on the lower incisors.The aim of this paper was to introduce a new approach in segmental distraction osteogenesis of the anterior alveolar process. This new method combines 2 different surgical techniques: a segmental osteotomy for the alveolar ridge with instant fixation in the desired position and a distraction procedure for the alveolar segment. This hybrid distraction avoids an unfavorable inclination of the lower incisors after front-block distraction procedures.

Abstract

Segmental distraction osteogenesis of the anterior alveolar process is a sufficient method to enlarge the alveolar arch. Indications for this method are dental crowding, retroalveolism, and leveling of the curve of Spee. However, after the distraction period, the anterior alveolar segment often shows an unfavorable inclination resulting in nonphysiologic load on the lower incisors.The aim of this paper was to introduce a new approach in segmental distraction osteogenesis of the anterior alveolar process. This new method combines 2 different surgical techniques: a segmental osteotomy for the alveolar ridge with instant fixation in the desired position and a distraction procedure for the alveolar segment. This hybrid distraction avoids an unfavorable inclination of the lower incisors after front-block distraction procedures.

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Item Type:Journal Article, refereed, original work
Communities & Collections:04 Faculty of Medicine > University Hospital Zurich > Division of Surgical Research
04 Faculty of Medicine > Center for Dental Medicine > Clinic of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
Dewey Decimal Classification:610 Medicine & health
Scopus Subject Areas:Health Sciences > Surgery
Health Sciences > Otorhinolaryngology
Language:English
Date:November 2012
Deposited On:06 Feb 2013 18:30
Last Modified:09 Dec 2023 02:39
Publisher:Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins
ISSN:1049-2275
OA Status:Closed
Publisher DOI:https://doi.org/10.1097/SCS.0b013e31825dada7
PubMed ID:23147294
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