A Simple Solution for Vector Control in Vertical Alveolar Distraction Osteogenesis

Kocyigit I. D., Tuz H. H., Ozgul O., COSKUNSES F. M., Kisnisci R. S.

JOURNAL OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY, vol.40, no.5, pp.557-560, 2014 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 40 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2014
  • Doi Number: 10.1563/aaid-joi-d-12-00018
  • Journal Name: JOURNAL OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.557-560
  • Hacettepe University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

One of the important and frequent complications in alveolar distraction osteogenesis is vectorial change of the transport segment. This report presents a simple solution for vector angulation control by placing intermaxillary fixation screws intraoperatively. Advantages of the technique are also discussed.