Distraction Osteogenesis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the typically latency period?
A
6 days
2
Q
What is the maximum rate of DO?
A
1mm/day
3
Q
What are the 5 phases of distraction osteogenesis?
A
- Surgery
- Latency
- Activation
- Consolidation
- Re-modeling
4
Q
What is the term used when elastics are used to redirect the vector of the distraction?
A
Molding the regenerate