Orthognathic surgery
Explore AO CMF’s resources in craniomaxillofacial orthognathic surgery.
From structured curricula and educational events to clinical tools, videos, blog posts, and research, AO CMF supports CMF surgeons, residents, orthodontists, and researchers in deepening their expertise and advancing excellence in orthognathic surgery.
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AO CMF Curriculum courses on orthognathic surgery
Dry-lab, Principles level
Orthognathic Management of Facial Deformities
Comprehensive introduction to the principles and core concepts of orthognathic surgery for dental and skeletal deformities.
Wet-lab, Advanced level
Orthognatic Surgery
Hands-on training and dynamic discussions, guided by world-renowned experts in a state-of-the-art anatomy lab.
Upcoming events on orthognathic surgery
AO Surgery Reference modules on orthognathic surgery
Latest AO CMF Guest Blog posts on orthognathic surgery
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Orthognathic
May 01, 2025Restoring facial balance using a creative, cost-effective approach—how a customized unilateral wing osteotomy corrected mandibular asymmetry
BY DR GUILHERME LOUZADA
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Orthognathic
April 14, 2025Sequencing in orthognathic treatment: the maxilla-first approach for predictable outcomes
WITH DR PATRICIA STOOR
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Orthognathic
January 30, 2025AO CMF Incubator study reveals improved nasal positioning with minimally invasive orthognathic surgery technique
BY DR EUGÊNIA FIGUEIREDO
CMTR research articles on orthognathic surgery
Explore the articles addressing orthognathic surgery in the open access CMTR journal.
AO CMF videos around orthognathic surgery
Aesthetics in orthognathic surgery (Study Club)
Speaker: Jonathas Claus (BR)
Guest: Orion Haas (BR)
Maxilla and Mandible Bimaxillary Orthognathic and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Surgery LeFort I Osteotomy and Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy (BSSO)
(Giovanni Gerbino) (practical exercises)
Genioglossus Advancement
(Giovanni Gerbino) (practical exercises)
Maxilla, Mandible, and Chin – Dentofacial Deformity Bimaxillary Advancement and Fixation in Orthognathic Surgery with the Matrix ORTHOGNATHIC LOCK system
(practical exercises)
Maxilla, Mandible, and Chin - Bimaxillary Deformity - Lefort I Osteotomy
(surgical procedures)
AO CMF Books
Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. Tumor, Corrective Bone Surgery and Trauma
Co-authored by Michael Ehrenfeld, Neal Futran, Paul N Manson and Joachim Prein.
(Published October 2020, 748 pages)
Featuring more than 1,100 expertly drawn illustrations and images, the Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery book is the comprehensive, highly anticipated follow-up to the original work on Principles of In...
Principles of Internal Fixation of the Craniomaxillofacial Skeleton – Trauma and Orthognathic Surgery
Co-authored by Joachim Prein, Michael Ehrenfeld, and Paul N Manson
(Publication: 2012, 412 Pages)
This introductory textbook presents the combined and focused expertise and competence of the different specialties on the entire craniofacial skeleton....
Frequently asked questions about CMTR
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What is the Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction Journal (CMTR)?
CMTR publishes primary and review articles covering all aspects of surgery of the head, face, and jaw. There are 4 issues per year. The journal covers a multi-disciplinary scope and will be of interest to specialists working in ophthalmology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, otolaryngology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, dentistry, facial plastic surgery and trauma surgery. CMTR is a peer-reviewed journal and has received its first impact factor in June 2023 at 0.9
CMTR features original research, reviews, commentaries, editorials, and technical reports pertinent to all specialties practicing craniomaxillofacial surgery. The Journal promotes communication among oral and maxillofacial surgeon, otolaryngologists/head and neck surgeons, plastic surgeons, ophthalmologists/oculoplastic surgeons, and trauma surgeons across the globe by providing an integrated and balanced view of the current clinical science in craniomaxillofacial surgery.
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Where is CMTR indexed?
CMTR is indexed in PubMedCentral (PMC) and Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), as well as EBSCO, EMBASE and ProQuest
CMTR is furthermore a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics
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What are CMTR’s topics of interest?
- Craniomaxillofacial Pathology
- Craniomaxillofacial Trauma
- Dentoalveolar Surgery
- Dental Implant Reconstruction
- Facial Aesthetic Surgery
- Hard and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of Craniomaxillofacial Defects
- Oculoplastic Surgery
- Pediatric Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery
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Who are the Editors-in-Chief?
CMTR has three Editors-in-Chiefs: Kathleen Fan, UK, Florian M. Thieringer, Switzerland and You Yan (Mike) Leung, Hong Kong
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What are the publishing costs?
With a significant APC subsidy for AO CMF members, AO CMF is sending a strong message of full support to the CMTR journal. The member APC for 2025 is CHF 900.00.
Authors from low-income countries (LIC) can benefit from even lower fees, which have been set at CHF 650.00. To have the member APC applied, either the first or last author must be an AO CMF member for a minimum three months prior to article submission. The nonmember APC is also highly attractive at only CHF 1,500.00 per accepted article.
CMTR journal article processing charges (APCs) Average APC (other journals) AO CMF member CHF 900 CHF 2,000 AO CMF members Low-income countries CHF 650 Non-member CHF 1,500 Editorial board selected “high-impact” publications, limited availability Full waiver (CHF 0) -
How can I submit my original work to be published in CMTR?
In order to submit your original work to be published in CMTR, you first must carefully follow the guidelines on the journal’s website.
After having read the guidelines and ensured your original work complies with all listed requirements, authors can submit their work at the journal’s submission site.
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Can I place an advertisement in the journal?
Currently, there is no option to place advertisements in the journal.
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