Razdolsky developed a
series of tooth-borne and hybrid ROD devices in which the
anteriorly activated distraction mechanism can be attached to stainless steel crowns or
mini plates by removable attachments (Razdolsky
et al., 1998). In addition, he designed a special laboratory instrument allowing individually
preprogrammed fabrication of the distraction frame along a predetermined
axis of distraction based on preoperative records. After the appliance is cemented to the
teeth and/or fixed to the bone, the distractor frame is removed and the corticotomy is
performed, followed by replacement of the distractors.
FIG. 3.3.22, 3.3.23. Tooth-borne ROD
distraction device (Oral Osteodistraction, L.P., Buffalo Grove, IL, USA) disassembled
(left) and assembled (right).
