Dentate transport discs can be used to reconstruct large segmental mandibular defects.

Purpose: This study tested the use of a dentate transport segment for the reconstruction of a large U-shaped defect in the anterior segment of the canine mandible using a novel curved reconstruction plate. The quality and quantity of bone regenerate formed by dentate versus edentulous transport segments were compared.

Materials And Methods: In 5 adult foxhound dogs, a defect of 70 to 75 mm was created in the canine mandible by excising the mandible anterior to the right and left fourth premolars.

Reconstruction of canine mandibular bone defects using a bone transport reconstruction plate.

Objectives: Reconstruction of mandibular segmental bone defects is a challenging task. This study tests a new device used for reconstructing mandibular defects based on the principle of bone transport distraction osteogenesis.

Methods: Thirteen beagle dogs were divided into control and experimental groups.