The use of the vertical subcondylar osteotomy for correction of uncomplicated mandibular prognathism is reviewed. Techniques for use in more complicated cases such as when a set back of greater than 10 mm is required are also described.
A conservative osteotomy of the zygomaticomaxillary buttress in combination with a rapid palatal expansion appliance is a dependable technique for the treatment of horizontal maxillary deficiency in adults. This procedure has been used successfully…
Treatment planning for patients with dentofacial deformities should include a skeletal and a soft-tissue analysis. This article collates and summarizes several different soft-tissue analyses. In addition, it correlates the anticipated soft-tissue…
