Hua Xi Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi
June 2004
Objective: To study the effects of rhBMP-2 on bone formation of mandibular distraction osteogenesis in rabbits.
Methods: Bilateral mandibular osteotomies were performed in 12 mature rabbits. 5 mg rhBMP-2 with the collagen carrier was implanted in the osteotomy site of one side of the mandibles.