Publisher's Synopsis
Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis showcases the technique that has become one of the hottest topics in orthodontics and oral and maxillofacial surgery today. Distraction osteogenesis is a surgical process for reconstruction of skeletal deformities that involves gradual, controlled displacement of surgicaly created fracturesresulting in simultaneous expansion of soft tissue and bone volume. This technique evolved from the work of Gavriel Ilizarov in Kurgan, Siberia in the 1960s. With advances made in the past 40 years, the procedure is now being applied to deformities of the jaws and dentoalveolar process with a refined technique mastered by the lead author, Mikhail L. Samchukov, MD. This unique reference book displays the incredible advancements made in this technique from experts all over the world.
