Facial osteodistraction device

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2004-08-23

2009-11-24

Philogene, Pedro (Department: 3733)

Surgery

Instruments

Orthopedic instrumentation

C433S007000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07621922

ABSTRACT:
A system for midface distraction including a left side distraction mechanism and a right side distraction mechanism, each including: an implantable anchor configured to be coupled to a bone of the malar region, an implantable anchor configured to be coupled to a bone of the cranium, and a distraction rod coupling the anchors. The system also includes a maxillary bridge configured to couple the left side distraction mechanism with the right side distraction mechanism and wherein couplings between the maxillary bridge and the right and left distraction mechanisms are configured to be internal to a patient.

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