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•Slow bone expansion
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•Three dimensional hard and soft tissue growth
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•Distraction allows normal function during the procedure
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•Less operating time

Orthognathic Surgery

Bone is cut and immediately located in new position
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•Limits the movement achievable
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•Large movement -Bone grafting

 

 

▪Short time (3 to 4 years or less)– no Asymmetry – Orthodontic decompensation of dental occlusion- ORTHOGNATHIC SURGERY

▪Long time (4 to 10years)- Asymmetry – Orthodontic decompensation – DISTRACTION – Orthognathic surgery

 

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