In Auckland, New Zealand, 3D-printed patient-specific biomodels are transforming clinical practice. Dr. James Olson shares how point-of-care printing enables faster, more accurate treatment for orbital, mandibular, and midface trauma cases—enhancing planning, reducing costs, and improving both surgical and teaching outcomes.

Dr. Rafael Ruiz Rodriguez (1952–2024) was a beloved leader in oral and maxillofacial surgery, known for his expertise in cleft care and his dedication to teaching. As Professor and Director at UNAM, he led surgical missions across Mexico and beyond, training surgeons and transforming lives. A respected lecturer and prolific author, Rafa’s compassion, humility, and global impact leave a lasting legacy in the OMFS community.

In this video message, you'll get a firsthand invitation to the upcoming ANZOMES-ASM Conference—a global gathering of surgeons, students, researchers, and academics. Learn more about the opportunities to share your work, exchange ideas, and connect with colleagues from around the world. Whether you're presenting, learning, or collaborating, this event promises to be both memorable and impactful.

Seth Delpachitra, Head of OMS at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, outlines the challenges of integrating OMS into dental school curricula in Australia. He highlights the need for clinical leadership, stronger university-hospital ties, and consistent national standards to ensure students gain hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of the specialty.

This case highlights the successful use of Presurgical Lip, Alveolus, and Nose Approximation (PLANA) in a male infant born at 39 weeks gestation with a right unilateral complete cleft lip and palate. The patient faced significant challenges, including a severe cleft deformity, feeding difficulties, and a cultural and language barrier with the parents. These factors made presurgical intervention essential to optimize outcomes for surgical repair.

After a year of hard work behind the scenes, we presented the new Face to Face platform to both the IAOMS Executive Committee and to the Counselors representing our member countries. Sharing our vision for the future of Face to Face in these two important forums was both exciting and deeply inspiring.