2nd World Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Congress

Craniofacial surgery aims to improve both the functional aspects and aesthetic appearance of the skull and face, particularly in cases such as cleft lip and palate. The advent of New Wave Energy (NWE) technology has brought about a revolutionary transformation in craniofacial surgery, enhancing surgical procedures and ultimately leading to improved outcomes for patients. 

• Track 2-1  Precision Imaging and Modeling
• Track 2-2  Neuromodulation Techniques
• Track 2-3  Augmented Reality Surgical Navigation

Head and neck surgery involves interventions on the structures of the head, face, throat, and neck to address various conditions like tumors, infections, deformities, and trauma. Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) stands out as a minimally invasive approach utilizing a robotic system to access and extract tumors in the head and neck through the mouth. This technique offers heightened precision, minimal scarring, and a quicker recovery period in comparison to conventional open surgeries.

• Track 3-1  Advancements in Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS)
• Track 3-2  Head and Neck Trauma
• Track 3-3  Reconstructive Surgery in Head and Neck Oncology

Dermatology, a medical specialty, concentrates on the identification and treatment of disorders and ailments associated with the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists are experts in addressing skin diseases, conducting cosmetic procedures, and advocating for overall skin health. The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms aims to aid dermatologists in diagnosing skin conditions through image analysis and pattern recognition. This technological innovation holds promise for enhancing precision and effectiveness in the diagnosis of various skin diseases.

• Track 4-1  Pediatric Dermatology
• Track 4-2  Dermatopathology and Molecular Diagnostics
• Track 4-3  Cutaneous Imaging and Diagnostic Technologies
• Track 4-4  Biomedical Dermatology

Plastic surgery involves procedures aimed at improving appearance and restoring body parts through both cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries. Proficient surgeons utilize sophisticated imaging methods such as CT scans and MRIs to thoroughly assess patient anatomy and identify potential issues before surgery. This session will explore various aspects of plastic surgery, including advancements in surgical techniques, aesthetic procedures, reconstructive interventions, and measures to ensure patient safety. 

• Track 5-1  Pediatric Plastic Surgery
• Track 5-2  Regenerative Medicine
• Track 5-3  Minimally Invasive Plastic Surgery Techniques

Oral pathology, a specialized field in dentistry, is dedicated to diagnosing and studying diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial areas. Tumor surgery within oral pathology specifically targets the removal of oral tumors while emphasizing the preservation of both function and aesthetics. The landscape of oral pathology and tumor surgery has been transformed by advanced technologies, including digital imaging, computer-aided diagnosis, molecular testing, robotic-assisted surgery, and telemedicine. These innovations have ushered in an era of precise diagnostics, personalized treatment approaches, surgical precision, and remote consultations, ultimately enhancing the overall quality of patient care

• Track 6-1  Digital Diagnostic Technologies
• Track 6-2  Robotic-Assisted Tumor Resection
• Track 6-3  Precision Medicine in Oral Pathology

Facial aesthetics revolves around enhancing facial beauty through non-surgical treatments like fillers and chemical peels. In contrast, cosmetic surgery encompasses surgical procedures such as rhinoplasty and facelifts to improve facial features. Both aim at elevating appearance but differ in the nature of the procedures performed. Leveraging advanced technology, including laser devices, 3D imaging, minimally invasive techniques, robotics, and injectables, both facial aesthetics and cosmetic surgery benefit from precise treatments, realistic outcome visualization, reduced downtime, and improved precision, leading to natural-looking results.

• Track 7-1  Evolution of Facial Aesthetics
• Track 7-2  Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
• Track 7-3  Facial Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery
• Track 7-4  Facial Implants

Maxillofacial reconstruction refers to the surgical restoration of the face, jaw, and related structures following trauma or deformities. Procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue reconstruction, and dental implants are employed to enhance both function and aesthetics. Advanced technologies, including CAD/CAM, VSP, 3D printing, robotics, and AR/VR, play a crucial role in improving precision, customization, planning, patient education, and imaging for superior outcomes in maxillofacial reconstruction.

• Track 8-1  Innovative Biomaterials
• Track 8-2  Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Track 8-3  Advancements in Maxillofacial Oncologic Reconstruction
• Track 8-4  Dental Implant Rehabilitation

Medications and methodologies for inducing temporary loss of sensation play a crucial role in pain management during medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Anesthesia and pain management techniques encompass diverse approaches such as targeted drug administration, ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia, advanced monitoring systems, virtual reality distraction, neurostimulation, telemedicine, electronic medical records (EMRs), as well as the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. These innovations are transforming patient care in the fields of anesthesia and pain management.

• Track 9-1  Pharmacological Advances in Anesthesia
• Track 9-2  Interventional Techniques in Pain Management
• Track 9-3  Regional Anesthesia

Cleft lip and palate surgery is a corrective procedure for congenital deformities affecting the lip or the roof of the mouth. The primary goal is to enhance both appearance and speech by closing the existing separation. This intricate surgical process is conducted in multiple stages and requires the collaborative expertise of a specialized team of surgeons and therapists. The design of the rotation-advancement flap is carefully crafted along a curved line on the non-cleft side, with the objective of addressing the unevenness in lip height and attaining a harmonious balance

• Track 10-1  Surgical Techniques in Cleft Lip Repair
• Track 10-2  Pediatric Anesthesia in Cleft Surgery
• Track 10-3  Psychosocial Impact of Cleft Surgery

Maxillofacial trauma encompasses injuries to the face, affecting both bones and soft tissues. Emergency surgical procedures are crucial for the prompt management of severe facial trauma, involving the stabilization of fractures, control of bleeding, and restoration of facial structures. Optimal outcomes in these cases depend on a collaborative approach and timely intervention. Advances such as high-resolution computed tomography, enhanced classification systems, rigid fixation techniques, improved biomaterials, soft tissue resuspension, and primary bone grafting have significantly contributed to the field

• Track 11-1  Emergency Surgical Techniques in Maxillofacial Trauma
• Track 11-2  Pediatric Maxillofacial Trauma Management
• Track 11-3  Emergency Techniques
• Track 11-4  Psychosocial Aspects of Maxillofacial Trauma
• Track 11-5  Psychosocial Aspects of Maxillofacial Trauma

Oral cancer, a malignant condition affecting the mouth, encompassing the lips, tongue, and gums, manifests as sores or patches and is associated with risk factors such as tobacco and alcohol use. Timely identification through regular dental check-ups is crucial for swift intervention, involving treatments like surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. Technological advancements, including screening devices, imaging techniques, molecular biomarkers, robotic-assisted surgery, targeted therapies, digital dentistry (such as CAD/CAM and 3D printing), and telemedicine, play a pivotal role in facilitating early detection, precise diagnosis, personalized treatment, and ultimately, enhancing patient outcomes in the management of oral cancer.

• Track 12-1  Early Detection Technologies
• Track 12-2  Screening Devices Integration
• Track 12-3  Precision Medicine and Personalized Treatment

Pediatric Oral Surgery centers around surgical interventions for oral and maxillofacial conditions in children, tackling concerns such as abnormalities, infections, trauma, and developmental issues. A collaborative team approach is employed by Pediatric Oral Surgeons to ensure comprehensive oral health care for children. The session will delve into Piezo Electric Handpieces, a technology utilizing ultrasound frequency for specific surgeries. This innovative tool provides quieter operation and precise surgical capabilities in the realm of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

• Track 13-1  Abnormalities and Anomalies
• Track 13-2  Technological Advances in Pediatric Surgery
• Track 13-3  Facial Trauma and Reconstruction

Utilizing lasers in diverse surgical procedures is a cutting-edge approach. This advanced technology provides precise and minimally invasive treatment, offering advantages such as decreased bleeding, reduced postoperative pain, and accelerated healing. Laser applications in oral surgery span procedures like soft tissue surgery, periodontal therapy, frenectomy, and lesion removal. By incorporating lasers, oral surgeons can deliver efficient and effective surgical interventions, ultimately improving patient outcomes in the field of oral surgery.

Robotics and AI in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery expedite recovery through advanced technologies, allowing for precise and minimally invasive procedures that minimize trauma to the patient's tissues. These innovations typically involve smaller incisions, leading to reduced postoperative pain and faster healing compared to traditional open surgeries. Moreover, the utilization of robotics and AI can optimize surgical techniques, improving efficiency and resulting in shorter procedure times. By reducing surgical trauma and enhancing efficiency, these technologies contribute to shorter recovery periods for patients undergoing Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Track 15-1  Optimized Surgical Techniques
• Track 15-2  AI-Assisted Diagnosis
• Track 15-3  Patient Recovery Optimization
• Track 15-4  Robotic Soft Tissue Surgery

Virtual reality (VR) technology in facial reconstruction entails employing VR tools to simulate surgical procedures. Surgeons can manipulate virtual models of patients' faces, facilitating the evaluation of potential outcomes. This approach enhances collaboration, improves patient communication, and enables precise and personalized reconstruction. It incorporates elements such as high-resolution imaging, real-time simulation, haptic feedback, augmented reality integration, AI assistance, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and patient education. These components collectively contribute to heightened precision, realism, collaboration, and patient engagement throughout the facial reconstruction process.

• Track 16-1  Virtual Surgical Simulation
• Track 16-2  High-Resolution Imaging Integration
• Track 16-3  Virtual Surgical Planning for Facial Reconstruction

Dental anomalies refer to structural or developmental abnormalities impacting teeth and jaws, encompassing variations in size, shape, number, position, and jaw structure. Surgical interventions may be necessary for treatment. Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) imaging, offering high-resolution 3D images of teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures, plays a crucial role. It provides detailed anatomical information, facilitating precise diagnosis and visualization of dental anomalies. 

• Track 17-1  CBCT Imaging in Dentistry
• Track 17-2  Anatomical Visualization in CBCT
• Track 17-3  Diagnostic Applications of CBCT
• Track 17-4  Virtual Treatment Planning and Simulation

Minimal orthognathic surgery aims to address jaw discrepancies and facial skeletal abnormalities using conservative techniques to minimize invasiveness and promote faster recovery. The approach incorporates virtual surgical planning, computer-assisted navigation, piezoelectric surgery, temporary skeletal anchorage devices, and a stepwise methodology. This technique emphasizes the integration of virtual planning, computer-assisted navigation, piezoelectric surgery, temporary skeletal anchorage devices, and robotic-assisted surgery. These technologies facilitate precise planning, navigation, and surgical techniques, reducing invasiveness. Our presentation will offer an overview of the current landscape of Minimal Orthognathic Surgery, its applications, and future directions

• Track 18-1  Orthognathic Surgery
• Track 18-2  3D Printing in Minimal Orthognathic Surgery
• Track 18-3  Computer-Assisted Navigation

Maxillofacial prosthetics plays a crucial role in restoring form, function, and aesthetics for individuals with facial or craniofacial defects, utilizing custom prosthetic devices like facial prostheses, orbital prostheses, and obturators. The primary objective is to enhance the quality of life and confidence of individuals with facial abnormalities. The realm of maxillofacial prosthetics encompasses CAD/CAM, materials and tissue engineering, digital dentistry, augmented reality, rapid prototyping, osseointegration, and virtual reality simulation. These technologies contribute to improved precision, customization, aesthetics, patient communication, and training opportunities within maxillofacial prosthetics

• Track 19-1  Facial Prosthetics
• Track 19-2  Ocular Prosthetics
• Track 19-3  Nasal and Auricular Prosthetics

Maxillofacial transplantation involves surgically transplanting tissues or organs in the face, including bone grafting, skin grafting, soft tissue grafting, and composite tissue transplantation. The goal is to restore structure and function, addressing defects and enhancing facial aesthetics and functionality. The Neo Graft system stands out as the pioneering and sole FDA-cleared solution for follicular unit harvesting and implantation. It revolutionizes the industry by automating the Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) technique, considered the most advanced method in hair transplant.

• Track 20-1  Bone Grafting Techniques
• Track 20-2  Innovations in Maxillofacial Transplantation
• Track 20-3  Facial Structure Restoration

Facial prosthetics designed for oncology patients are tailored devices that help restore facial structures impacted by cancer treatments. These prosthetics play a vital role in enhancing appearance, function, and overall quality of life, contributing to improved confidence and social integration for patients. Effective collaboration among healthcare professionals is essential in this process. The realm of facial prosthetics for oncology patients incorporates advanced technologies such as 3D scanning and printing, CAD/CAM, digital imaging, advanced materials, and virtual reality. These technological tools facilitate precise measurements, customization, realistic visualization, and improved prosthetic design and fitting. The integration of these technologies enhances patient outcomes and satisfaction.

• Track 21-1  Virtual Reality Integration
• Track 21-2  Innovations in Facial Prosthetics
• Track 21-3  Digital Imaging Techniques

Tissue engineering in maxillofacial reconstruction applies principles from biology, engineering, and medicine to create functional and biocompatible tissues for restoring and reconstructing facial structures. This interdisciplinary field involves the integration of biomaterials, cells, and bioactive factors to regenerate damaged or missing tissues in the face, jaw, and neck region. Tissue engineering has resulted in significant breakthroughs in regenerative medicine and disease modeling, including advancements in three-dimensional bioprinting, organ-on-a-chip systems, and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technologies. These innovations have transformed the landscape of medical research and therapy, presenting new opportunities for advancement.

• Track 22-1  Cell-Based Regeneration
• Track 22-2  Disease Modeling Innovations
• Track 22-3  Clinical Applications and Challenges

Facial nerve regeneration through surgical techniques encompasses procedures aimed at repairing, reconnecting, or rerouting damaged facial nerves. The goal is to restore facial function and encourage nerve regrowth. Common methods include direct nerve repair, nerve grafting, nerve transfers, cross-facial nerve grafts, regenerative techniques, and facial reanimation. These approaches contribute to enhanced functional recovery and an improved quality of life for individuals suffering from facial nerve injuries. The session will provide comprehensive coverage of diverse surgical techniques, their underlying principles, and their clinical applications.

• Track 23-1  Regenerative Approaches
• Track 23-2  Cross-Facial Nerve Grafts
• Track 23-3  Facial Reanimation

Augmented reality (AR) in maxillofacial surgery involves an examination of the progress and uses of AR technology in this surgical domain. AR introduces innovative tools and visualization techniques that elevate surgical planning, intraoperative navigation, and postoperative outcomes.

• Track 24-1  Intraoperative Navigation with AR
• Track 24-2  AR Visualization Techniques
• Track 24-3  AR-enhanced Surgical Training
• Track 24-4  AR-Guided Implant Placement and Reconstruction

The rehabilitation of maxillofacial defects requires a comprehensive approach to reinstate form, function, and aesthetics in individuals dealing with facial and jaw abnormalities. This involves a combination of surgical interventions, prosthetic treatments, and supportive therapies tailored to address specific patient requirements and enhance their overall quality of life. Our exploration will encompass the latest advancements and research in surgical rehabilitation, concentrating on innovative techniques designed to restore form, function, and aesthetics for individuals with maxillofacial defects.

• Track 25-1  Prosthetic Treatments
• Track 25-2  Dental Implant Rehabilitation
• Track 25-3  Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Track 25-4  Emerging Technologies and Future Directions

Computer-aided implant placement involves leveraging digital technologies like imaging, virtual planning, and surgical guides to increase the precision and predictability of dental implant procedures. This process encompasses visualizing, planning, and guiding the placement of implants through computer-based techniques, leading to enhanced outcomes and heightened patient safety. The upcoming session will delve into the progress and uses of computer-aided methods in the realm of implant dentistry.

• Track 26-1  Digital Imaging Advances
• Track 26-2  Diagnostic Imaging and Virtual Planning
• Track 26-3  Computerized Surgical
• Track 26-4  Computerized Surgical