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Corticotomy

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman, MD on Aug 03, 2017


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which doctor does corticotomy?

Corticotomy is usually performed by an orthodontist or dental surgeon / periodontist during orthodontic treatment, or by an orthopedic surgeon in limb lengthening procedure.

2. How does corticotomy differ from other bone surgeries like corticotectomy, osteotomy and ostectomy?

In corticotomy, only the cortex of the bone is cut, while in corticotectomy, a part of the cortex is removed. In osteotomy, the bone is cut but throughout its thickness to include the cortex as well as the medulla, while in ostectomy, a part of the bone containing the cortex and the medulla are removed.

3. What are the advantages of using corticotomy prior to orthodontic treatment in adults?

Advantages of corticotomy prior to orthodontic treatment in adults include the following: 4. When should corticotomy for orthodontic procedure be avoided?


Contraindications of corticotomy include the following:

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