Mandibular midline distraction using a simple device
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology and Endodontology, cilt.101, sa.6, ss.711-717, 2006 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 101 Sayı: 6
- Basım Tarihi: 2006
- Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.tripleo.2005.06.030
- Dergi Adı: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology and Endodontology
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.711-717
- İstanbul Medipol Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Objective: Mandibular midline distraction osteogenesis represents a new option for creation of intra-arch space in the mandibular arch. The aim of this paper is to introduce a simple device (hyrax expander) and method for mandibular midline distraction. Study design: The sample consisted of 24 patients (mean age: 18.07 years) treated with mandibular midline distraction. Hyrax expanders were used as symphyseal distractors, and distraction procedure was carried out with a rate of 1 mm and rhythm of twice daily. Results: Mandibular midline distraction was completed successfully in all patients and the distraction amount was 7.01 mm. No major complication other than mild mucosal irritation and gingival recession was observed. Conclusion: The presented method is a viable option for mandibular midline distraction osteogenesis. © 2006 Mosby, Inc. All rights reserved.