TITLE
Emerging Technology in Maxillofacial Surgery - a Global Perspective
TALK INFO
This session explored how cutting-edge technologies are transforming the practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery around the world. It provided a global overview of innovations that are reshaping diagnostic techniques, surgical planning, intraoperative execution, and postoperative care — emphasizing tools that improve precision, personalization, and patient outcomes. Topics typically covered in such a talk include virtual surgical planning (VSP), 3D imaging and printing, artificial intelligence (AI) for preoperative simulation and decision support, augmented reality (AR) for enhanced intraoperative guidance, minimally invasive instrument platforms, and robot-assisted techniques that extend surgical capabilities. These technologies are enabling more predictable reconstructions, streamlined workflows, and ultimately better functional and aesthetic results for patients across diverse clinical scenarios in maxillofacial care.
You can watch the first 8 minutes for free.
CLINICAL PATHWAY
SPEAKER
DATE
27/07/24
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of the session, participants should be able to:
Identify key emerging technologies currently influencing maxillofacial surgical practice worldwide, such as AI, VSP, and 3D printing.
Understand how digital tools enhance surgical planning and execution by improving accuracy and reducing intraoperative uncertainty.
Recognize the role of advanced imaging and personalized implants in achieving custom reconstructions tailored to individual patient anatomy.
Appreciate innovations in augmented and virtual reality that support training, simulation, and intraoperative decision-making.
Discuss the impact of these technologies on global surgical practice, including potential benefits and limitations in different healthcare systems
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Florian Thieringer is a leader in computer-assisted surgery and 3D technologies in oral and maxillofacial surgery. His work focuses on virtual surgical planning (VSP), in-house 3D printing, and personalized surgical workflows that enhance precision and efficiency in clinical practice.
John Nesan
John Nesan is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with expertise in complex maxillofacial reconstruction. He has experience in the application of patient-specific implants (PSI) and digital planning technologies to improve reconstructive accuracy and functional outcomes.
Nitin Bhola
Nitin Bhola is a specialist in TMJ surgery and maxillofacial reconstruction, known for integrating virtual surgical planning (VSP) and 3D printing (3DP) into temporomandibular joint reconstruction to optimize anatomical precision and postoperative function.
Maria Troulis
Maria Troulis is a distinguished maxillofacial surgeon with expertise in pediatric and adult craniofacial surgery. She is widely recognized for her work in minimally invasive techniques and complex TMJ and ramus-condylar unit reconstruction, emphasizing functional restoration and long-term outcomes.
CE ACCREDITATION
surgeOn is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. surgeOn designates this activity for 1 credit hour of continuing education credits.
This event may also be accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) for a maximum of 1 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. If you are a learner based in the U.S. or Canada EACCME credits are recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
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.
