Mon 17 Aug
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Bobby John: Infralingular Osteotomy – The Game Changer in BSSO?
"Game changer" or controversial modification? Infralingular osteotomy has generated growing interest - and debate - within orthognathic surgery. Join Dr. Bobby John as he examines the evidence, surgical rationale, and unanswered questions surrounding this evolving BSSO technique.
Time & Location
17 Aug 2026, 20:30 – 21:30 GMT+5:30
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About the event
Bilateral Sagittal Split Osteotomy (BSSO) remains the cornerstone of mandibular orthognathic surgery, yet surgeons continue to seek refinements that improve split predictability, reduce unfavorable fractures, and minimize neurosensory complications.
Among the most discussed modifications in recent years is the infralingular osteotomy, which relocates the medial cut below the lingula. Advocates suggest that this approach may facilitate more favorable splitting patterns and reduce technical challenges associated with conventional BSSO. At the same time, questions remain regarding its effects on inferior alveolar nerve position, neurosensory outcomes, and long-term clinical advantages.
In this lecture, Dr. Bobby John will present the rationale behind infralingular osteotomy, review the available evidence, and share his clinical experience with the technique. Through surgical videos, case presentations, and discussion of the current literature, participants will gain insight into both the potential benefits and the ongoing controversies surrounding this evolving approach.
Rather than presenting a settled answer, this session will examine whether infralingular osteotomy represents a genuine advance in orthognathic surgery—or whether important questions remain to be resolved.
SPEAKER
Dr. Bobby John MDS, MOMSRCS (Edinburgh), MFDS RCPS (Glasgow), FIBCSOMS, FDSRCS, FIBOMS is an Associate Professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Government Dental College Kottayam. He completed both his undergraduate and postgraduate dental education at Government Dental College, Calicut, India. He holds Membership and Fellowship qualifications from the Royal Colleges of Surgeons in Edinburgh and Glasgow and is a Fellow of both the Indian and International Boards of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has received advanced training in TMJ arthroscopy and temporomandibular joint replacement surgery. Dr. John is actively involved in clinical research, surgical education, orthognathic surgery, TMJ surgery, and maxillofacial reconstruction. He has published peer-reviewed work on orthognathic surgery techniques, including comparative studies evaluating infralingular versus supralingular medial osteotomy in BSSO. He currently serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Government Dental College, Kottayam, Kerala, India.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
Understand the anatomical basis of infralingular medial osteotomy in BSSO.
Compare infralingular and supralingular osteotomy designs.
Recognize potential advantages regarding nerve protection and split predictability.
Apply technical modifications to improve orthognathic surgical outcomes.
Evaluate current evidence and clinical indications for adopting the infralingular approach.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Orthognathic Surgeons
OMFS Residents and Fellows
Craniofacial Surgeons
Orthodontists involved in surgical cases
Surgical Educators and Researchers
FREE ONLINE LIVE EVENT
San Francisco: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 8:00 am
Mexico City: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 9:00 am
New York: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:00 am
Rio de Janeiro: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 12:00 noon
London: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Berlin: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Johannesburg: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Cairo: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Dubai: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Delhi: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 8:30 pm
Manila: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:00 pm
Sydney: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 1:00 am
LANGUAGE: The event language is English.
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DECLARATION
In accordance with criterion 13 of document UEMS 2023.07.rev “EACCME® Criteria for the Accreditation of Live Educational Events (LEEs)” and the Standard v. Commercial or Promotional Conflict of Interest, published by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), all surgeON presenters sign a Conflict of Interest form to document all perceived or actual conflicts of interest for the last 3 years, whether due to a financial or other relationship. This document can be viewed at the beginning of the event or on request by emailing info@surgeon-events.org No fee, honorarium or arrangement for re-imbursement of expenses in relation to the this event has been provided to the speaker.