The goal of this thesis is to prove the safety and predictability of BSSO by the splitter__ separator technique in an extensive study of its possible major sequelae. The revised BSSO technique will... Show moreThe goal of this thesis is to prove the safety and predictability of BSSO by the splitter__ separator technique in an extensive study of its possible major sequelae. The revised BSSO technique will be assessed by the following means: 1. Reviewing both BSSO techniques and their incidences of postoperative NSD of the IAN (chapter 2) 2. Analyzing fracture patterns in cadaveric mandibles (chapters 5 and 6) 3. Measuring postoperative hypoesthesia of the IAN in a prospective study (chapter 3) 4. Examining stability during adolescence (chapter 4) 5. Examining bad splits in a retrospective study (chapter 7) 6. Reviewing specific applications (chapters 8 and 9). Show less
