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  • Title: Advancement of the anterior maxilla by distraction (case report).
    Author: Karakasis D, Hadjipetrou L.
    Journal: J Craniomaxillofac Surg; 2004 Jun; 32(3):150-4. PubMed ID: 15113572.
    Abstract:
    INTRODUCTION: Several techniques of distraction osteogenesis have been applied for the correction of compromised midface in patients with clefts of the lip, alveolus and palate. PURPOSE: This article presents a technique of callus distraction applied in a specific case of hypoplasia of a cleft maxilla with the sagittal advancement of the maxilla thus not affecting velopharyngeal function. CONCLUSION: The decision to apply distraction osteogenesis for advancement of the anterior maxillary segment in cleft patients offers many advantages.
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