Fig. (2) (a) Photomicrograph of the condyle after 1 week postdistraction showing loss of fibrous layer with reduced thickness of the cartilaginous layer and resorption of the sub-cartilaginous bone (H & E X100) (Bar = 100 micrmemter). (b) Higher magnification showing increased osteoclastic activity (arrows) in the condylar subcartilagenous bone layer (H & E X200) (Bar = 200 micrometer).