New technique for large mandibular and surrounding soft tissue reconstruction that uses an intraoral three-dimensional distractor for one step transport disc distraction osteogenesis.

CONCLUSIONS: When compared with extra oral techniques, internal distraction has several advantages including improved stability, aesthetics, and patient motivation. The morphology, size and quality of the regenerated bone are comparable to those of normal bone, allowing both physiological mandibular aesthetic and function, especially following implant insertion and prosthetic dental rehabilitation. PMID: 29431348 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Minerva Stomatologica - Category: Dentistry Tags: Minerva Stomatol Source Type: research