surgeON at EACMFS in Athens: Restoring Form and Function in Condylar and TMJ Surgery: Open, Endoscopic, or Replace?

As part of the official EACMFS scientific programme, surgeON is proud to present this LIVE Guest Society Session, bringing together internationally recognized experts to discuss the evolving landscape of TMJ and condylar surgery across the lifespan.

The temporomandibular joint remains one of the most challenging areas in oral and maxillofacial surgery, requiring a nuanced understanding of trauma management, growth-related reconstruction, minimally invasive techniques, and prosthetic rehabilitation.

Through focused presentations and an interactive expert discussion, attendees will gain insight into current controversies, emerging technologies, and evidence-based approaches that are reshaping contemporary TMJ care in one session.

From condylar fracture management and endoscopic surgery to minimally invasive reconstruction and total joint replacement, this session highlights the full spectrum of treatment options available to restore function and quality of life for patients with complex TMJ disorders.

PROGRAM

09:00 – 09:05

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Sabine Girod, MD, DMD, PhD Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Emerita), Stanford University, USA, President & Co-Founder, surgeON

09:05 – 09:20

Condylar Fracture Surgery in Adults: Operate or Not?

Risto Kontio, MD, DDS, PhD Adjunct Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Helsinki, Finland

09:20 – 09:35

Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive TMJ Surgery: Current Techniques and Future Directions

David Ahn, DMD, FACS Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California San Francisco, USA

09:35 – 09:50

Minimally Invasive Reconstruction of the Ramus/Condyle Unit

Maria J. Troulis, DDS, MSc Chief Strategic Partnerships Officer, Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Walter C. Guralnick Distinguished Professor & Chair Emeritus, Harvard Dental School & Medical School, USA

09:50 – 10:05

Precision Reconstruction of the Temporomandibular Joint: Traditional and Arthroscopically Assisted Approaches

Rebeka Silva, DMD, FACD Clinical Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California San Francisco, USA

10:05 – 10:30

Interactive Expert Panel Discussion

Restoring Form and Function in Condylar and TMJ Surgery: Open, Endoscopic, or Replace?

Panelists

• Sabine Girod (USA)

• Risto Kontio (Finland)

• David Ahn (USA)

• Maria J. Troulis (USA)

• Rebeka Silva (USA)

• Belinda Beltrán (Mexico)

  
  

WHY ATTEND?

• Learn directly from internationally recognized leaders in TMJ, condylar, and reconstructive surgery.

• Learn practical approaches to managing trauma, growth-related conditions, and reconstruction.

• Explore cutting-edge minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques.

• Understand current indications for TMJ prosthetic replacement.

• Participate in a LIVE interactive discussion with leaders in the field.

• Network with colleagues from around the world at EACMFS Athens 2026.

SECURE YOUR PLACE

Attendance is included with EACMFS Congress registration.

Secure your place and receive updates by registering here with surgeON.

We look forward to welcoming you LIVE in Athens!

LANGUAGE: The event language is English.