John Lo, Lim K Cheung
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Prince Philip Dental Hospital, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Abstract
Distraction osteogenesis has become one of the major treatment alternatives for correction of dentofacial deformities. An array of distraction devices is available nowadays to suit a variety of indications. This article aims to provide a review of the currently available mandibular distractors by highlighting design specifications and their indications for different deformities.

Key words: Distraction osteogenesis, Facial bones, Mandible, Maxillofacial abnormalities, Review

Asian J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2007;19:6-18.