TITLE
Wang Tao: The Coordination of Orthognathic and Pre-prosthodontic Surgery in Dento-maxillo-facial Deformities
TALK INFO
This talk will focus on the integration of orthognathic surgery and pre-prosthodontic procedures in the treatment of dento-maxillo-facial deformities. It will highlight the importance of coordinated surgical planning between maxillofacial surgeons and prosthodontists to optimize functional and aesthetic outcomes. Key topics include the timing of surgeries, the role of pre-surgical orthodontics, and strategies for achieving the best results in both facial alignment and dental rehabilitation. Ideal for dental professionals, this session will offer valuable insights into interdisciplinary collaboration for complex cases.
THIS EVENT IS ACCREDITED
CLINICAL PATHWAY
Orthognathics, Dentoalveolar
SPEAKER
DATE
26/05/25
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the role of orthognathic surgery and pre-prosthodontic procedures in the management of dento-maxillo-facial deformities.
Recognize the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between maxillofacial surgeons and prosthodontists in treatment planning.
Identify optimal timing and sequencing of surgical and prosthodontic interventions to achieve predictable outcomes.
Explain the role of pre-surgical orthodontics in facilitating surgical correction and prosthetic rehabilitation.
Evaluate strategies for optimizing functional and aesthetic results, including facial alignment and dental rehabilitation.
Apply coordinated treatment planning principles to complex clinical cases.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Professor Tao Wang, DDS, PhD, is a leading expert in orthognathic surgery, cleft lip and palate surgery, and pre-prosthodontic surgery, with a distinguished career combining clinical practice, research, and academic leadership. He graduated from Sichuan University’s West China Stomatology Hospital and furthered his expertise with postdoctoral research at INSERM, Lille University, France. Formerly the Dean of the Affiliated Stomatology College at Chongqing Medical University, Professor Wang has held key roles in multiple professional committees, including the Chinese Stomatology Association and the Chinese Medical Association. His research focuses on the coordination of surgical and prosthodontic care for complex maxillofacial deformities, emphasizing multidisciplinary approaches for optimal functional and aesthetic 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.
