Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3163679 | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America | 2007 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Relapse in orthognathic surgery is multifactorial and can be attributed to posttreatment growth, condylar changes, lack of rigid fixation, and muscle pull and function. Consideration of these factors can aide the surgeon in the decision-making process with regards to treatment options and alternatives. This article reviews the stability of various orthognathic movements using traditional osteotomies and fixation, and compares them to what is currently in the literature regarding distraction osteogenesis.
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Authors
Bethany Serafin, Vincent J. Perciaccante, Larry L. Cunningham,