Reconstruction using mandibular horizontal distraction osteogenesis and implant prosthesis in mandibular deficiency: a case report.
- Author:
Min Young SHIN
1
;
Jun Hyun AN
;
Jung Hwan HAN
;
Sung Soo SHIN
;
Yang Ho PARK
;
Young Ju PARK
;
Jun Woo PARK
;
Gun Joo RHEE
Author Information
1. Dept. of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Medicine, Hallym University. shinminyoung@hanmail.net
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Distraction osteogenesis
- MeSH:
Bone Development;
Bone Transplantation;
Humans;
Osteogenesis, Distraction*;
Prostheses and Implants*;
Traction
- From:Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
2003;29(6):444-449
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Distraction osteogenesis is a biologic process in which new bone is formed between bone fragments being separated by a tractional force. This technique has the advantage of initiating new bone growth without bone transplantation and promoting the growth of soft tissue. Mandibular distraction osteogenesis has shown to be effective to treat congenital or acquired mandibular hypoplasias. On the basis of positive results with implant-supported prostheses, the use of implants in the distracted site can significantly help stabilize the prosthesis. We obtained good result in the patient with mandibular deficiency due to trauma, who have been reconstructed with distraction osteogenesis and implant. We report our experiences with literature view.
