WHAT IS DISTRACTION OSTEOGENESIS?
A strong foundation for dental implants can be established by distraction osteogenesis, an alternative to bone transplantation. Distraction osteogenesis has the amazing advantage of leaving no scars behind—just healthy, new bone that produces better results for dental implants—and does not require a second surgical site to harvest bone graft material.
This method is best suited for individuals requiring substantial bone regeneration since it removes the requirement for a second surgical site to harvest material for a bone graft.
WHO MAY BENEFIT FROM DISTRACTION OSTEOGENESIS?
Patients with the following conditions may benefit from this:
- Cleft lip and palate
- Hemifacial microsomia
- Craniosynostosis
- Ectodermal dysplasia
- Pierre Robin syndrome
- Treacher Collins syndrome
BENEFITS OF DISTRACTION OSTEOGENESIS:
In comparison to conventional methods of bone regeneration, this approach has numerous advantages, such as:
- Less pain and swelling compared to more traditional treatments
- Eliminates the need for bone grafts
- Bone regeneration is slower and more controlled
- Suitable for patients of all ages
- No scars or incisions are made outside of the mouth
WHAT IS THE PROCESS OF DISTRACTION OSTEOGENESIS?
In essence, distraction osteogenesis is the process of displacing two bone segments to create an opening where new bone can develop. As an alternative to bone grafting techniques, we might suggest distraction osteogenesis to treat jaw bone loss. This procedure gradually separates your current bone to stimulate the production of new bone rather than requiring a bone graft.
After the jaw has grown new bone, it will give dental implants a strong base. Due to their extensive surgical training, our oral surgeons will perform all incisions inside the mouth, leaving no noticeable scars.
Get in touch with Dr. Ramisz Dental & Facial Cosmetic Clinic now to find out more about distraction osteogenesis and to receive your personalised treatment plan for oral surgery.