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Device used for distraction osteogenesis.  

Zone between the transported segment and its surgically cut base.  

The final direction and magnitude of traction forces during distraction osteogenesis.  

The number of increments per day into which the rate of distraction osteogenesis is divided.  

Newly regenerated tissue between the transported section and the surgically cut base achieved following distraction osteogenesis.  

Distance of distraction per day. Ideal rate depends on the ability of the soft tissue to respond with expansion and regeneration. Periodontal status of adjacent teeth may also limit the transport rate. In general, a rate of 0.4 mm per day is sufficient to allow the soft tissue to respond while avoiding premature consolidation (i.e.,…

The sequence and duration of treatment events during distraction osteogenesis.  

Biological and biomechanical variables that affect the quality and quantity of bone formed during distraction osteogenesis.  

Osteodistraction. The gradual and controlled distraction of two vascularized bone segments created by an osteotomy. Formation of new soft tissue and bone between vascular bone surfaces created by an osteotomy and separated by gradual and controlled distraction. It begins with the development of a reparative callus. The callus is placed under tension by stretching, which…

Dislocation of the condyle in an inferior direction; the clinical condition where the condyle is inferiorly displaced and typically associated with pain.