February 2023

December 2022 saw the first ever Case Competition on myAO. Surgeons from across the 5 specialties of the AO network shared interesting cases to be reviewed and discussed with their peers on myAO groups.

January 2023

The radial forearm free flap (RFFF) is a flap with ideal characteristics for lip reconstruction because it is thin and can be folded to restore both the skin and the inner lining.

December 2022

Review the most viewed videos, active groups and read articles that you, together with the myAO network, found as interesting over the year.

November 2022

Operative planning and management of cranial trauma is complex, varying by fracture and location. Surgery is often required for compound or depressed fractures significant enough to damage underlying tissue.

September 2022

Are you attending the 26th EACMFS Congress in Madrid this September? Participate in the AO CMF clinical case competition on myAO and win a complete collection of AO CMF books (Principles of Internal Fixation of the Craniomaxillofacial Skeleton and Advanced Craniomaxillofacial Surgery).

July 2022

Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery (also known as oculofacial surgery, or ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery) treats conditions of the eyelids, eye socket and tear drainage system. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery.

May 2022

Surgeons’ demand for knowledge and training on Head & Neck Cancer and Oral Oncology spans the specialties from head and neck surgery to maxillofacial, plastic, ear, nose, and throat, and general surgery. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around Head & Neck Cancer and Oral Oncology.

May 2022

AO CMF regional and international faculty, AO PEER faculty, and AO CMF Community Regional Representative for Latin America, Ana Catalina Tobón Trujillo, was the first woman in a decade to graduate from her university’s craniomaxillofacial program.

March 2022

Recent developments in imaging technology have allowed for rapid processing and visualization of significant amounts of data yielded from a variety of digital imaging modalities. Prerequisites have been established for three-dimensional (3D) visualization as well as programs for the computer-assisted 3D planning of surgical procedures, and these image sources are now available to assist the surgeon in the operating room.

January 2022

The evolution of Orthognathic principles and practices, combined with knowledge of recent advances, helps the clinician more effectively treat challenging clinical problems. Coordinated comprehensive treatment planning primarily between the orthodontist and the orthognathic surgeon will help improve patient outcomes and decrease complications. Continuing education benefits clinicians by exposing them to new knowledge in the field, which in turn, leads to improved patient outcomes.

August 2021

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon in private practice in Vitória, Brazil. Rafael is the coordinator of oral and maxillofacial surgery at Vitória Apart Hospital and Hospital Santa Rita de Cássia. Experienced in orthognathic surgery, temporomandibular (TMJ) disorders and surgery and maxillofacial trauma.