Distraction Osteogenesis in Naperville, IL
Advanced Bone-Lengthening for Facial and Jaw Reconstruction
Distraction osteogenesis is a surgical technique used to gradually lengthen and regenerate bone in the jaws or facial structures. This procedure is ideal for patients with congenital jaw deficiencies, trauma-related bone loss, or skeletal imbalances that cannot be corrected with traditional methods.
At Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville, our board-certified surgeons offer distraction osteogenesis using modern devices and precise imaging to achieve safe, predictable bone growth.
What Distraction Osteogenesis Treats
- Congenital jaw deformities
- Jaw underdevelopment (hypoplasia)
- Facial asymmetry
- Traumatic bone loss
- Airway and breathing concerns
- Severe deficiencies requiring additional bone height or length
How the Procedure Works
This slow, controlled process encourages natural bone regeneration.
Initial Surgery
A small cut is made in the bone and a distraction device is placed.
Activation Phase
The device is gradually turned to slowly separate the bone segments, allowing new bone to form.
Consolidation Phase
The bone hardens and stabilizes over several weeks.
Benefits of Distraction Osteogenesis
- Avoids the need for large bone grafts
- Promotes natural bone formation
- Allows correction of significant deformities
- Can improve facial symmetry and airway function
Anesthesia Options
We offer a spectrum of anesthesia options to meet the needs of every patient — from minor procedures to complex surgeries.
FAQs
A surgical technique that lengthens bone by gradually separating it to allow new bone growth.
Most patients report mild discomfort that is managed with medication.
Several weeks for bone lengthening, followed by a stabilization period.
Patient Testimonials
Hear from our patients about their experiences with Distraction Osteogenesis and other procedures.
"Hi, I'm Amer. I'm from Countryside, Illinois, and I came to Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville to have my wisdom teeth extracted. The first thing I noticed was doctors walking in, a smile on their face, very welcoming. They treated me as if I was family. The recovery from my procedure was extremely quick, and I would say overall quality of life is significantly improved. I was able to do the things I wanted to do and to eat the food that I really wanted to eat. Overall, I would say my experience was excellent. The practice is extremely professional. The wait time was incredibly short for the procedure, for the recovery. I would recommend this practice to friends, family. This is the best practice I've ever been to for my medical care."
"I'm April from Naperville, and I came to Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville for an extraction and an implant. The best thing about this practice is that they made me feel very comfortable. The staff is very compassionate. They make sure you have everything you need. My doctor was very professional, but he was also very friendly, very calming. Everything was very well explained. The procedures, both of them went very well. Having a healthy smile is important to me because it's part of who I am. It was really an extraordinary experience. I would highly recommend this practice to anybody who needs oral surgery of any kind. They're wonderful. All of them."
"Hi, I'm Cindy from North Aurora, and I came to this practice for dental implants. Everybody here is very friendly. The staff here is extremely kind. The doctors here are wonderful, caring, and very considerate. Your case is always unique. The procedure went well. I feel wonderful having my implants. I have the best looking teeth I've had in my whole life, and the quality of life is greatly improved because I can actually chew my food. To all my friends and family in Glenn Ellyn, Aurora, and Bolingbrook, I highly recommend Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville."
"Hi, I'm Dave from Naperville. I came to Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville for dental implants, two of them. When I first walked into this practice, I was amazed at the inside of the facility. Staff are very organized and very well trained. I've had one doctor, and I've had him for both of the implants, and I would say very professional. The procedures went very well. The recovery was as they told me it would be. The quality of life improved with having the implants in. Eating food with a smile on my face and enjoy it is nice. I've had a good overall experience at this practice. To all my friends in Naperville, Warrenville, and Lisle, I highly recommend Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville."
"Hi, I'm Debi from Warrenville. I came to this practice for a full-arch. This practice, they're amazing; welcoming, so kind, so conscientious, explained everything, made you feel at ease. I healed perfectly. My quality of life is amazing. I can now eat an apple, corn on the cob. I actually had to remind myself that I had a pretty smile and pretty teeth, and I could open my mouth and smile. I had an amazing experience. I highly recommend this practice."
"Hi, I'm Debra from Bolingbrook, Illinois, and I came to this practice for an extraction. The practice was beautiful. The environment was great. Everyone here made me feel very welcomed. I thought they were fantastic. This provider is very transparent, answered all my questions. He was very thoughtful, very considerate, very, very thorough. He went through absolutely everything that was necessary to provide care for me. My procedure went absolutely fantastic. The recovery went well. The extraction was just last week and I feel great. I have recommended this practice to others. Absolutely everything went well."
"Hi, I'm Deena from DeKalb, and I came to Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville to get my wisdom teeth taken out. When I walked into this practice, I felt very comfortable and at ease and knew I was going to have a good experience. The staff here are very friendly. The doctors here were fantastic and welcoming. They provide the best care. My procedure went well, and the recovery was smooth and easy, and my quality of life after getting my wisdom teeth out has improved greatly. I love having a healthy smile because that is the first thing that everyone will see when they look at you. My overall experience was amazing. I give it a 10 out of 10. I highly recommend Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville."
"Hi, I'm Jon from Naperville, and I came to Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville for a tooth extraction and then to have an implant put in. The staff of this place was super warm and welcoming. The doctors here were great. They were patient. They were pretty well informed. Answered all my questions timely, and they really made me feel at ease and comfortable. I feel great now. Quality of life has gotten better. Having a healthy smile is huge 'cause I am speaking a lot throughout the day. So to be presentable, to have a good smile is pivotal. My overall experience with this practice has been fantastic. I would absolutely recommend Oral and Facial Surgery of Naperville."
"Hi, I'm Marian from Willowbrook. I came to this practice for a full-arch. When I first walked in, I noticed the very beautiful setting I was in, the very friendly smiles. The staff was very, very accommodating. My doctor was very thorough and did his research before even giving me a treatment plan. My procedures went better than expected, and I'm not conscious of my smile anymore. I'm very confident. My overall experience on a 1 to 10 was a 20. I would recommend this practice. You get the best value for your money with this practice."
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