Dentoalveolar Distraction Osteogenesis for Rapid Maxillary Canine Retraction

This article provides an overview of technique of dentoalveolar distraction osteogenesis to accomplish rapid canine retraction and associated outcomes. When this treatment protocol is implemented well, rapid canine retraction is achieved predictably with minimal side effects. Although current evidence suggests that adverse sequelae, such as root resorptions and pulp devitalization, are rare, prospective clinical studies that are adequately powered and documenting long-term follow-up of these outcomes are lacking.

Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics - October 31, 2019 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Sumit Yadav, Michael R. Markiewicz, Veerasathpurush Allareddy Source Type: research