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Review
. 2007 Aug;19(3):311-20, v.
doi: 10.1016/j.coms.2007.05.002.

Stability of orthognathic surgery and distraction osteogenesis: options and alternatives

Bethany Serafin  1 , Vincent J Perciaccante, Larry L Cunningham
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Review

Stability of orthognathic surgery and distraction osteogenesis: options and alternatives

Bethany Serafin et al. Oral Maxillofac Surg Clin North Am. 2007 Aug.

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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