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American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
AAOMS 91st Annual Meeting, Scientific Sessions and Exhibition

Symposia

Saturday, October 17, 2009
10:00am — 12:00pm

Symposium on Advances in Accelerated Orthodontic Surgery for the Surgeon and Orthodontic Team


Synopsis

Orthodontic correction of the severely crowded dentition and limited alveolar bone defects often prolong treatment time or limit the orthodontic results. Surgically facilitated orthodontic techniques can shorten treatment time considerably and enhance the development of the alveolar bone. There are two surgical techniques that are being utilized to improve the orthodontic outcomes. The first technique involves circumdental corticotomies and alveolar bone grafting. It is theorized that the corticotomy induces accelerated bone turnover and allows for rapid tooth movement by induction of the demineralization process called regional accelerated phenomenon (RAP). This technique coupled with allogeneic freeze dried bone grafting allows rapid and large degrees of tooth movement without root resorption or movement of tooth roots out of the supporting bone. This technique effectively can shorten treatment time by 65-75%. The second technique involves Interdental osteotomies that utilize orthodontic mechanics to mobilize the bony blocks and use distraction principles to enhance alveolar bone development and simultaneous tooth movement.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this symposium, participants will be able to:

  1. Discuss the physiologic process of regional accelerated phenomenon (RAP) and its utility in surgically accelerated orthodontic tooth movement;
  2. Explain how todevelop a treatment plan for the surgically facilitated orthodontic patient;
  3. Discuss the techniques involved in surgically facilitated orthodontic surgery;
  4. Explain the differences in orthodontic management of these patients; and
  5. Discuss the management of complications.
Moderator

Robert S. Sorochan, DMD
Private Practice
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Handouts Not
Currently Available

10:00am — 11:50am

Management of the Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Patient: Diagnostic Treatment Planning, Orthodontic, and Surgical Techniques
Richard Roblee, DDS, MS
Private Practice
Fayetteville, AR

Scott Bolding, DDS, MS
Private Practice
Fayetteville, AR

11:50am — 12:00pm

Panel Discussion / Audience Q & A

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