What is the goal for a sagittal split osteotomy?

The bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) is a versatile surgical procedure that can be used to treat mandibular excess, deficit, mandibular asymmetry, open bite and crossbite, although having limitations. It is indicated for[21]: Mandibular deficiencies: Mandibular deficiencies with normal or short face.

What is bilateral maxillary osteotomy?

The operation is all carried out from the inside of your mouth so that there are no visible scars on the skin of your face. A cut is made through the gum above your upper teeth to gain access to the jawbone. The upper jaw is then cut with a small saw to allow it to be broken in a controlled manner.

How is a BSSO performed?

A Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy (or BSSO) is a type of jaw surgery where the lower jaw is separated from the face and repositioned. This repositioning is also called orthognathic surgery. The virtual patient in the CIVA demonstration has a protruding jaw which will be set back using a BSSO.

What is maxillary osteotomy?

Your doctor may choose: Maxillary osteotomy. This is a surgery performed on the upper jaw to correct open bites or cross bites. The upper jaw and teeth are moved forward so they align with the lower jaw and teeth.

What is visor osteotomy?

The visor osteotomy is performed from canine to canine. The bone fragment pedicled to the lingual periosteum is coronally mobilized and fixed in the new position. Preserved vascularization is supposed to minimize the amount of bone resorbed.

What is distraction surgery?

Distraction osteogenesis, bone lengthening, is an established surgical technique that allows for molding, shaping, and lengthening of bone. The procedure involves making controlled cuts, or osteotomies, in the bone, and using a device to gradually separate, or “distract”, the bone fragments.

What osteotomy means?

Osteotomy literally means “cutting of the bone.” In a knee osteotomy, either the tibia (shinbone) or femur (thighbone) is cut and then reshaped to relieve pressure on the knee joint.

What is osteotomy of maxilla?