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Long term results of mandibular distraction

Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, 2006
Mandibular distraction osteogenesis has become a popular surgical modality due to its many advantages over conventional orthognathic surgical procedures. However, in spite of the technique having been used for over 15 years, no concrete long term results
Batra Puneet, Ryan F, Witherow H, Calvert M   +3 more
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Metacarpal Lengthening Of The Thumb Via Distraction Osteogenesis: A Case Report [PDF]

Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal, 2015
Amputation of the thumb invariably causes marked functional impairment of the hand especially, pinch and grasp functions. In rural areas where highly skilled microvascular surgeries are not available, distraction osteogenesis provides an easy and safe ...
WH Chung, CK Eo, Z Muspirah, A Sood
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Study on the Effect of Bilateral Mandible Distraction Osteogenesis About the Nutrition Status of Infants With Pierre-Robin Sequence

Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2021
Objective: By comparing and studying the changes of food intake, weight, body length, BMI, blood albumin level and other indicators of infants with Pierre-Robin Sequence (PRS) before and after Bilateral Mandible Distraction Osteogenesis operation, to ...
Liu Jiayu, Sun Jing, Chen Yiyang, Li Fan
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Genetic Landscape of Robin Sequence: A Systematic Review

Clinical Genetics, Volume 109, Issue 2, Page 218-232, February 2026.
This systematic review summarizes the genetic landscape of Robin sequence (RS), highlighting key differences between isolated and non‐isolated forms and emphasizing the role of up‐to‐date genetic testing for diagnosis and clinical management. ABSTRACT Robin sequence (RS) is a congenital condition characterized by micrognathia, glossoptosis, and upper ...
Shirley van de Velde, Aebele B. Mink van der Molen, Augusta M. A. Lachmeijer, Daan de Leijer, Jeroen J. Smits, Maarten P. G. Massink, Sarah L. Versnel, Marie‐José H. van den Boogaard, Emma C. Paes   +8 more
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The role of bone morphogenetic protein 2 in SMA-directed angiogenesis during distraction osteogenesis [PDF]

, 2016
Bone is one of the few organs capable of regeneration after a substantial injury. As the bone heals itself after trauma, the coupling of angiogenesis to osteogenesis is crucial for the restoration of the skeletal tissue.
Cheng, Thomas Wen-Tao
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Management of post midface distraction occlusal discrepancy using temporary anchorage devices in a cleft patient

Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery, 2015
Open bite deformity following a successful midface advancement by distraction osteogenesis is a common complication. Temporary anchorage devices can be deployed during the distraction and post-distraction settling phases for restoring the occlusion even ...
N. K. Koteswara Prasad, Syed Altaf Hussain, Arun B. Chitharanjan, Jyotsna Murthy   +3 more
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Mesoporous Bioactive Glasses: A Powerful Tool in Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery

Advanced Healthcare Materials, Volume 15, Issue 2, 14 January 2026.
This work is a comprehensive revision of bioactive glasses (BGs), pioneered by Prof. L.L. Hench, which are key in bone repair and regenerative medicine. Sol–gel methods and mesoporous designs enhanced their bioactivity, ions, and drug delivery. BGs now support gene therapy and 3D‐printed scaffolds, enabling personalized, multifunctional treatments in ...
Natividad Gómez‐Cerezo, Daniel Lozano, Antonio J. Salinas, María Vallet‐Regí   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Histological evaluation of the effect of low-level laser on distraction osteogenesis in rabbit mandibles [PDF]

, 2010
Objectives: This study evaluated the action of low level laser therapy (LLLT) on the percentage of newly formed bone in rabbit mandibles that underwent distraction osteogenesis (DO). Study design: Ten rabbits underwent bone lengthening according to the
Blaya, Diego Segatto, Etges, Adriana, Gaião, Lêonilson, Kreisner, Paulo Eduardo, Maciel Santos, Marconi Eduardo Sousa, Oliveira, Marilia Gerhardt de, Santana Filho, Manoel   +6 more
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Evaluation of two surgical methods for maxillary hypoplasia in patients with cleft lip and palate [PDF]

Kouqiang yixue
Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy of anterior maxillary segmental distraction osteogenesis and Le Fort Ⅰ Osteotomy on secondary maxillary hypoplasia in patients with cleft lip and palate.
GUO Songsong, ZHANG Zhenxing, ZHANG Ping, JIANG Chenghui, CHENG Jie, JIANG Hongbing, LI Sheng
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Use of Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis to Correct Micrognathia and Airway Obstruction in Newborn Female

Marshall Journal of Medicine, 2022
We present a case of Pierre Robin sequence and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) in a newborn female patient to highlight the surgical technique of mandibular distraction osteogenesis to correct airway obstruction due to micrognathia.
Seneca Williams, Adam Van Horn
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