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Distraction Osteogenesis

Introduction

Distraction Osteogenesis in West Jordan

Distraction osteogenesis (DO) is a relatively new method of treatment for selected deformities and defects of the oral and facial skeleton. It was first used in 1903. In the 1950s, the Russian orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gabriel Ilizarov slowly perfected the surgical and postoperative management of distraction osteogenesis treatment to correct deformities and repair defects of the arms and legs. His work went mostly unnoticed until he presented to the Western Medical Society in the mid-1960s.

Distraction osteogenesis was initially used to treat defects of the oral and facial region in 1990. Since then, the surgical and technological advances made in the field of distraction osteogenesis have provided the oral and maxillofacial surgeons with a safe and predictable method to treat selected deformities of the oral and facial skeleton.

Dr. Urban uses distraction osteogenesis to treat selected deformities and defects of the oral and facial skeleton. If you have questions about distraction osteogenesis, please call our office and schedule an appointment with Dr. Urban.

What does the term distraction osteogenesis mean?

Simply stated, distraction osteogenesis means the slow movement apart (distraction) of two bony segments in a manner such that new bone is allowed to fill in the gap created by the separating bony segments.

 

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Is the surgery for distraction osteogenesis more involved than traditional surgery for a similar procedure?

Distraction osteogenesis surgery is usually done on an outpatient basis with most of the patients going home the same day of surgery. The surgical procedure itself is less invasive so there is usually less pain and swelling.

Will my insurance company cover the cost of osteogenesis surgical procedure?

Most insurance companies will cover the cost of the osteogenesis surgical procedure provided that there is adequate and accurate documentation of the patients condition. Of course, individual benefits within the insurance company policy vary. After you are seen for your consultation at our office, we will assist you in determining whether or not your insurance company will cover a particular surgical procedure.

What are the benefits of distraction osteogenesis
vs. traditional surgery for a similar condition?

Distraction osteogenesis surgical procedures typically produce less pain and swelling than the traditional surgical procedure for a similar condition. Distraction osteogenesis eliminates the need for bone grafts, and therefore, another surgical site. Lastly, distraction osteogenesis is associated with greater stability when used in major cases where significant movement of bony segments are involved.

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Why Choose Dr. Urban?

Scott D. Urban, MD, DMD, FAACS, specializes in Facial Cosmetic Surgery and Oral Maxillofacial Surgery. He loves the practice of healing, helping, and serving. As one of the finest surgical practices in Utah, Dr. Urban’s Utah Facial Surgical Arts can provide you with level care in facial cosmetic surgery and oral maxillofacial surgery. Our state-of-the-art surgery center, located in West Jordan, was constructed to the strict standards required for Joint Commission accreditation. In September 2012, Utah Facial Surgical Arts became Utah’s first office-based facial cosmetic and oral maxillofacial surgical practice to be awarded the Gold Seal of Approval accreditation by the Joint Commission. Joint Commission accreditation is considered the highest standard for medical and surgical accreditation. This facility has established the standard for providing the safest level of care possible as an office-based surgical center. Utah Facial Surgical Arts should be your undeniable choice for lip fillers in the Salt Lake City area.

Dr. Urban is triple board-certified in facial surgery by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS), the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery (ABFCS), and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS). Dr. Urban is a Fellow of both the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

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