Distraction osteogenesis for reconstruction after mandibular segmental resection

Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2002 Jan;93(1):21-6. doi: 10.1067/moe.2002.119002.

Abstract

Distraction osteogenesis with the shortening and lengthening method is a well-established procedure for repairing extremities. We used this technique for reconstruction after mandibular segmental resection. A 74-year-old woman underwent distraction osteogenesis with an intraoral device, initially shortening the mandible after a 20-mm-long segmental resection, followed by lengthening at a rate of 0.8 mm per day for 21 days. Eight weeks after the distraction, the device was removed and a dental implant was placed at the site of distraction. Radiographic observation showed new bone formation, and the implant was completely osseointegrated. Although the follow-up period is relatively short, the clinical course was uneventful. Distraction osteogenesis with the shortening and lengthening method seems to be a feasible option for reconstruction after segmental resection of the mandible.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Dental Implantation, Endosseous
  • Dental Implants
  • External Fixators
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Mandible / diagnostic imaging
  • Mandible / surgery*
  • Mandibular Diseases / complications
  • Mandibular Diseases / surgery*
  • Oral Fistula / etiology
  • Oral Fistula / surgery
  • Oral Surgical Procedures / instrumentation
  • Oral Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Osteogenesis, Distraction / instrumentation
  • Osteogenesis, Distraction / methods*
  • Osteomyelitis / complications
  • Osteomyelitis / surgery*
  • Osteotomy / methods
  • Radiography, Panoramic

Substances

  • Dental Implants