Dive Into the Lives of OMF Surgeons Around the World

This article details a personal and professional journey in craniofacial surgery. Beginning in rural Northeastern Brazil, the author's passion for cleft and craniofacial care led to a research fellowship at Universitätsspital Basel, Switzerland, focusing on integrating 3D scanning and machine learning into patient care.

Oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) research in Brazil has experienced significant advancements driven by technological progress, refined surgical techniques, and robust academic research. This article reviews the current state of OMFS research in Brazil, identifying key areas of investigation, major contributing institutions, and the challenges faced by professionals in the field.