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Safe and Efficient Mandibular Distraction at Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery Mandibular distraction at Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery is a safe and efficient procedure performed by highly skilled plastic surgeons.
Houston, Texas: Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery located in Houston, Texas provide safe and efficient aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Performed by skilled and experienced plastic surgeons, the mandibular distraction or distraction osteogenesis procedure provides for effective lower jaw reconstruction for pediatric patients. The use of latest surgical techniques by the skilled plastic surgeons allows them to provide superior results for correcting an abnormally small lower jaw. Customized treatment plans are devised after a close examination along with X-rays to find out whether the child is a candidate for mandibular distraction. In the distraction osteogenesis procedure, incisions are made on either side of the jaw bone to place a jaw distraction device. It is stabilized with pins fitted in the bones. The device works to pull the soft tissues and bones apart till the required projection is achieved over a period of time. New bones are formed, after which the distractor is removed. The repaired jaw then grows in proportion with the rest of the face. The plastic surgeon may recommend a repeat distraction procedure on children with Treacher Collins syndrome or facial clefting syndromes which may obstruct jaw growth. This surgical repositioning of the jaw at Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery helps the patient to Improve facial symmetry by matching the upper and lower teeth Improve ability to eat Overcome medical conditions such as midface retrusion, cranial synostosis and obstructive sleep apnea. Improve breathing
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The plastic surgeons provide infants with the most personalized care for mandibular distraction and perform the surgery to ensure minimal complications. This jaw distraction plastic surgery procedure may take up to 6 weeks. An AAAASF-certified surgical facility, Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery is dedicated to offering state-of-the-art treatment and care. The plastic surgeons here are also well-known for their expertise in other reconstructive procedures such as microtia or ear reconstruction, cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, brachial plexus injury, and more. Dr. Boutros also provide services to children with facial disfigurements regardless of financial resources. About Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery Located in Houston, Texas, Houston Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery are focused on providing men, women and children ideal surgical solutions for a wide range of issues. For more information, visit: http://www.hpcsurgery.com/ Contact Information 6400 Fannin Suite 2290 Houston, TX- 77030 Ph: 713-791-0700