Typically surgery is performed via the mouth, where jaw bone is cut, moved, modified, and realigned to correct malocclusion or dentofacial deformity. The word "osteotomy" means the division of bone by means of a surgical cut.

2022年2月3日 · A dentofacial osteotomy, also known as an orthognathic surgery, is a corrective jaw surgery performed to correct dentofacial deformities. During the procedure, the surgeon cuts, moves, and realigns the bones of the jaw to achieve an …

2024年8月12日 · The LeFort I osteotomy is a horizontal maxillary osteotomy utilized to correct midface deformities, allowing movement of the dentition-bearing portion of the maxilla anteroposteriorly, vertically, rotationally, and with segmentation or expansion.

The bilateral sagittal split osteotomy is an indispensable tool in the correction of dentofacial abnormalities. The technique has been in practice since the late 1800s, but did not reach widespread acceptance and use until several modifications were …

2016年8月31日 · The most common surgical techniques currently used for the correction of dentofacial deformities, with various modifications, are the bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) of the mandible, the oblique ramus osteotomy of the mandible, genioplasty, and the Le Fort I osteotomy of the maxilla.

2024年12月1日 · The Le Fort I osteotomy is a well-established surgical procedure to treat dentofacial deformities that involve the maxilla. This comprehensive review highlights the importance of recognizing potential risks and implementing preventive measures to minimize complications and optimize patient outcomes.

Multiple-segment osteotomy is defined as an osteotomy that divides the tooth-bearing arch of the maxilla or mandible into three or more segments. Combining large-segment orthognathic surgery and unitooth or small-segment surgery is an effective approach for …

2022年12月9日 · This chapter explains a means of repositioning an intact maxilla to correct congenital and acquired dentofacial deformities. It focuses indications, contraindications, surgical anatomy, technique, and postoperative management. The ascending pharyngeal and ascending palatine arteries maintain perfusion to the downfractured maxilla.

A dentofacial osteotomy, also known as an orthognathic surgery, is a corrective jaw surgery performed to correct dentofacial deformities. During the procedure, the surgeon cuts, moves, and realigns the bones of the jaw to achieve an improved facial and natural-looking appearance.

2018年3月25日 · Facial Osteotomy techniques have evolved enormously over the past 20 years providing significant and often life-changing benefits to our dental patients with skeletal malocclusions. Advancements in technology and refined surgical techniques have resulted in improvements in surgical outcomes, a reduction in post-operative complications and a ...