Welcome!  This site aims to inform and offer support to families and patients going through the Rigid External Distraction (RED) procedure for midface advancements. Whether you are currently dealing with RED, are a survivor yourself, or just want to learn more about the procedure, I hope that you find this website helpful.

If you have any suggestions for the site, need more information, or just want to chat, please contact me! I love hearing from you all!

September is Craniofacial Acceptance Month! The CCA slogan for the month is "behind the face is a heart" - spread the word, post the poster (below), and don't fear getting on the soapbox to point out this obvious-but-often-overlooked message!

Check out the article in the Children's Craniofacial Association (CCA) Newsletter from back in summer 2007:

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Last updated on 1/30/12