Anterior maxillary advancement using tooth-supported distraction osteogenesis.

Purpose: This study used the principle of distraction osteogenesis to advance the anterior maxilla of the dog using a totally tooth-supported distraction device.

Materials And Methods: After an anterior maxillary osteotomy, the distraction device was activated 0.5 mm every 12 hours to advance the anterior segment 10 mm in 10 days.