AO CMF Course—Orthognatic Surgery (with human anatomical specimens)

Become an expert in orthognathic surgery, expanding your surgical skills, theoretical knowledge, and decision-making

Elevate your orthognathic surgery skills with our intensive 2-day course.

Immerse yourself in hands-on training and dynamic discussions, guided by world-renowned experts in a state-of-the-art anatomy lab. This course covers comprehensive modules, including diagnosis and planning, midface osteotomies, managing complications, practical exercises on mandibles, and tackling challenges in orthognathic surgery. Transform your practice and stay ahead in your field with this unparalleled learning opportunity.

Top national, regional, and international faculty

2 days in duration

Consultants or surgeons who have experience in orthognathic surgery

Network with colleagues from all over the world

CME credits

Course content

  • Course modules
    • Module 1: Diagnosis and planning
    • Module 2: Midface osteotomies
    • Module 3: Managing general problems and complications
    • Module 4: Practical exercises on human anatomical specimens: Mandible
    • Module 5: Challenges in orthognathic surgery
  • What will you learn?
    • Assess, diagnose, and analyze facial asymmetries and malocclusion types
    • Discuss treatment options for orthodontic surgery
    • Consider virtual planning and personalized surgery for orthognathic surgery
    • Acquire the surgical skills needed to perform different maxillary and mandibular osteotomies
    • State the advantages and disadvantages of different osteosynthesis techniques
    • Prepare a treatment plan for patients with obstructive sleep apnea through orthognathic surgery
    • Prevent and manage complications that may appear in orthognathic surgery techniques
    • Gain skill sets for facial aesthetic surgery techniques complementary to orthognathic surgery
  • Course participants

    Consultants or surgeons nearing the end of their training and who have had experience in orthognathic surgery.

  • About our wet lab

    Our anatomical specimen courses are the next best thing after working with live patients. Ethically-sourced cadavers are carefully prepared to deliver a 100% realistic training experience as you will experience in the OR, maximizing your learning effort.

Course details may be subject to change. Please check your chosen date and location for the detailed program.

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