Education
Explore our educational resources and broaden your experience.
Face-to-face curriculum-based courses
Dry-lab, Principles level
Management of Facial Trauma
Principles for the treatment of craniomaxillofacial fractures and their complications.
Wet-lab, Advanced level
Advanced Management of Facial Trauma
Hands-on course with human anatomical specimens covers complex facial fractures and posttraumatic deformities.
Wet-lab, Advanced level
Aesthetic and Functional Surgery Face and Neck
Intensive hands-on course with human anatomical specimens for enhancing practical skills in aesthetic and functional surgery.
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.
Wet-lab, Advanced level
Reconstructive Surgery in Head and Neck with Flap Harvesting
Hands-on course encompassing state-of-the-art reconstructive techniques using a variety of free and pedicled flaps in the head and neck performed on human anatomical specimens.
Wet-lab, Advanced level
Surgical Approaches and Techniques in Facial Surgery
Hands-on course with human anatomical specimens covers complex facial fractures and posttraumatic deformities.
Wet-lab, Advanced level
Temporomandibular Joint Surgery
Learn how to apply the principles of TMJ reconstruction using local and distant autogenous tissues and TMJ prostheses according to AO principles and techniques.
Education events by formats
FACE AHEAD 2026 is the event where the top names in the CMF field reveal their best kept secrets and give hands-on advice to the next generation of surgeons.
Three action-packed days of knowledge exchange and networking—and having a great time—are at the core of the FACE AHEAD experience.
Participants will have the opportunity to meet up with peers, mingle with some of the biggest names in the craniomaxillofacial (CMF) field, and strengthen their professional network.
Online learning
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Global Oral Cancer Diploma
AO CMF in conjunction with the International Academy for Oral Oncology (IAOO) is pleased to announce the Global Oral Cancer Diploma. This interactive, self-directed online program is designed to provide a standardized evidence-based knowledge platform for multiple specialties involved in the treatment and management of oral cancer cases.
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AO Surgery Reference
The all-in-one online reference supporting you from patient assessment to aftercare.
The craniomaxillofacial (CMF) section covers the following topics:
- Trauma
- Sequela
- Orthognathic
- Reconstruction
- Congenital deformities
All CMF trauma sections and the modules on the reconstruction of the facial nerve and nose are accessible to all users. The other specific topic areas are accessible to AO CMF members only.
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Educational videos and webinars
Digital teaching and learning material, live-webcasts, and event coverage for educational purposes.
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CTRead
CTRead is a formal web-based training module that instructs residents in the interpretation of a computed tomography (CT) facial bone scan in a logical, stepwise manner to locate and identify all relevant facial fractures.
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AO CMF Global Study Clubs
A dynamic platform for AO CMF members to discuss cases, share experiences, and network effectively.
The AO CMF Global Study Club offers monthly online events featuring renowned faculty speakers, who delve into a variety of craniomaxillofacial surgical topics. You'll have the opportunity to learn from the best and take your professional skills to the next level.
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AO College
AO College is a cross-divisional program for highly enthusiastic and motivated young surgeons based in the Middle East and Northern Africa region.
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myAO
myAO—developed with AO surgeons - gives you access to relevant, trusted sources of knowledge, moderated case discussions, and expertise across the AO's specialties.
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AO Access
AO Access—driving the AO's diversity, inclusion, and mentorship programs.
