Abstract
This article describes the use of distraction osteogenesis to reposition osseointegrated maxillary implants in an adolescent girl with ectodermal dysplasia and oligodontia. The distraction of 2 osteotomized segments was controlled by a prosthesis fabricated specifically for this purpose.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Anodontia / etiology
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Anodontia / rehabilitation
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Child
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Dental Care for Chronically Ill*
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Dental Implantation, Endosseous
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Dental Implants / adverse effects*
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Denture, Partial, Fixed*
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Ectodermal Dysplasia / complications*
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Female
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Humans
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Malocclusion / etiology
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Malocclusion / surgery
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Malocclusion / therapy*
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Maxilla
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Maxillofacial Development
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Orthodontic Appliance Design*
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Osteogenesis, Distraction*
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Retreatment