Orthognathic surgery
Explore AO CMF’s resources on craniomaxillofacial orthognathic surgery (corrective jaw 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
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
Orthognathic Surgery
Hands-on training and dynamic discussions, guided by world-renowned experts in a state-of-the-art anatomy lab.
Orthognathic modules on AO Surgery Reference
Jaw surgery modules on AO Surgery Reference open for AO CMF members.
Orthognathic surgery modules on maxilla:
- Sagittal deformities
- Transverse deformities
- Vertical deformities
Orthognathic surgery modules on mandible:
- Transverse deformities
- Asymmetry
- Sagittal deformities
- Vertical deformities
Get familiar with all the membership benefits, including full access the craniomaxillofacial modules on AO Surgery Reference.
Blog posts on jaw 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
AO CMF Educational videos
Discover the collection of educational videos, practical exercises, recorded webinars, and expert presentations on orthognathic surgery, held by AO CMF's world-renowned faculty.
AO CMF members have unlimited access to all video materials.
Salvage Treatment in Cleft Lip and Palate Surgeries
Cleft lip and palate surgeries demand a surgeon's expertise and a delicate touch to prevent potential devastating conditions. This study group will commence with a brief introduction to the treatment algorithm for oronasal fistula, followed by an examination of a case marked by a regrettable outcome due to an ill-advised decision during cleft orthognathic surgery. The execution of segmental osteotomy to align the upper dental arch led to necrosis in the adjacent alveolar bone and gingival tissues. Ultimately, an alveolar oronasal fistula occurred, resulting in the loss of a tooth. This section will delve into the decision-making process for aligning the dental arch in cleft cases and explore salvage procedures for such conditions. Moderators within this study group will also share intriguing cases for collective discussion.Speakers: Dr Ting-Chen Lu, Dr Pramila Shakya, Dr Juna Gurung.
Orthognathic Surgery in TMJ Patients
In this AO CMF Study Club session, Tal Yoffe gives a presentation focusing on Orthognathic Surgery in TMJ Patients. Florian Thieringer and Ariel Hirschhorn moderate the online discussion.
Maxilla and Mandible Bimaxillary Orthognathic and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Surgery LeFort I Osteotomy and Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy (BSSO)
In this exercise, the procedure for the LeFort I osteotomy in the maxilla, and the bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) in the mandible on an anatomical specimen will be demonstrated.
Learning objectives:
Describe the anatomical landmarks and surgical approach for the Le Fort I osteotomy and the BSSO.
Define the position and technique of the osteotomies necessary to avoid damage to the tooth roots and neurovascular structures.
Explain the steps for mobilization and fixation of the bone fragments necessary to avoid complications.
Speaker: Giovanni Gerbino.
Orthognathic Surgery - Mandible First vs Maxilla First
This expert case discussion outlines different approaches for orthognathic surgery, mandible first vs maxilla first.
Speakers: Patricia Stoor, Federico Hernandez Alfaro, Lynne Fryer, Amr Ghanem, Mohammed Abdulazeem.
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Orthognathic Surgery in TMJ Patients (AO CMF Study Club)
In this AO CMF Study Club session, Tal Yoffe gives a presentation focusing on Orthognathic Surgery in TMJ Patients. Florian Thieringer and Ariel Hirschhorn moderate the online discussion.
Watch the recording here: Orthognathic Surgery in TMJ Patients (AO CMF Study Club).
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Maxilla and Mandible Bimaxillary Orthognathic and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Surgery
In this exercise, the procedure for the LeFort I osteotomy in the maxilla, and the bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (BSSO) in the mandible on an anatomical specimen will be demonstrated.
Presenter: Giovanni Gerbino.Learning objectives:
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Online Seminar - Orthognathic Surgery
This online seminar aims to improve the knowledge and experience in orthognathic surgery and to develop the surgical principles on how to plan and treat the different craniofacial deformities encountered.
Faculty: Adnan Aslam, Thomas Carson, Emily Nyamu, Sabine Girod, Eric Kahugu.
Watch the recording here: Online Seminar - Orthognathic Surgery.
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All videos are open for AO CMF members.
AO CMF Manuals
Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. Tumor, Corrective Bone Surgery and Trauma
Co-authored by Michael Ehrenfeld, Neal Futran, Paul N Manson and Joachim Prein.
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 Internal Fixation of the Craniomaxillofacial Skeleton that was published in 2012.
With detailed contributions from more than 80 renowned international authors, Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery significantly builds on the solid foundation laid by the previous textbook. The book comprises sophisticated techniques in skeletal and soft-tissue analysis for the disciplines of craniomaxillofacial, trauma, tumor, orthognathic surgery, as well as facial and esthetic surgery.
The advent of microvascular surgery, skeletal analysis, computerized surgical planning, personalized implant creation, and comprehensive radiographic analysis have given rise to new principles, techniques and possibilities, which are explored extensively in this new textbook. Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery should be part of every surgeon's library.
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Principles of Internal Fixation of the Craniomaxillofacial Skeleton – Trauma and Orthognathic Surgery
Co-authored by Joachim Prein, Michael Ehrenfeld, and Paul N Manson
The principles described in this textbook represent the evolution of craniomaxillofacial buttress reconstruction over the last 60 years. In addition to standard procedures, techniques representing recent surgical advances and new developments are introduced as well. This textbook not only provides an overview on current concepts of craniomaxillofacial trauma care and orthognathic surgery, but also helps to understand the complexity of the craniofacial skeleton and its related soft tissues for an efficient and successful reconstruction of the face following trauma and congenital deformities.
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