Progress in exogenous factors affecting the growth and remodeling of condylar process.

Author: Qiuping PENG ^{1
,

2} ; Jun WU ³
Author Information

1. School of Stomatology, Nanchang University, Nanchang 330006, China
2. The Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine, Jiangxi Province, Nanchang 330006, China.
3. The Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine, Jiangxi Province, Nanchang 330006, China
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: condyle; endochondral ossification; exogenous factors; growth and reconstruction
From: West China Journal of Stomatology 2017;35(6):643-647
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Condyle is a critical growth region of the mandible where mandible by endochondral ossification occurs. Condylar cartilage belongs to the secondary cartilage, which is not only affected by genetic factors but also by stress, drug intake, and other local factors. To promote the growth of the mandible, various exogenous and local factors were used to alter the biological environment of the condylar cartilage to stimulate endochondral ossification. This article reviews studies on the influence of exogenous factors on condylar growth and reconstruction. This literature review will provide a reference point for the treatment of patients with mandibular retraction.