Face to Face® - January 2024 by IAOMS

EVERY END IS A NEW BEGINNING, EVERYTHING IS A CONTINUUM IN THE GRAND SYMPHONY OF EXISTENCE, every conclusion heralds a new overture, a fresh chapter in the book of perpetual beginnings. With a profound sense of closure, this final installment of FACE TO FACE bears the imprint of dedication and collaboration. Noor Al Saadi from the enchanting landscapes of Muscat, Oman, and Lilis Iskandar from the vibrant heart of Jakarta, Indonesia, stood as stalwart assistant editors. Maria Montesinos, the artistic maestro from Madrid, Spain, lent her creative brilliance as our graphic designer. Together, they formed the bedrock of this publication, complemented by contributors spanning the globe along with our team from the IAOMS headquarters in unwavering commitment. The newsletter served as the human face of our organization, and changed its format and appearance when I took over as the Editor in Chief of FACE TO FACE several ICOMS ago. I had great mentorship from Javier Lagunas when I was pulled on-board; Javier was a creative genius and an organized editor. Shoes that I would not even think of filling. I just went with my own tune. I hope it worked. The gestation period for each edition spans 3-4 months, meticulously crafting content and themes a year in advance. Maria’s artistic touch breathes life into ideas within weeks, Ironically culminating in a fleeting 5-minute read on the screens of average IAOMS members. The editorial piece, often overlooked, serves as the unsung melody beneath the newsletter’s orchestration. In our departure, we pay homage to the legacy of innovators and inventors whose names echo in the procedures we conduct and the instruments we wield daily. We sought the insights of NextGen leaders, exploring their innovative musings on procedures, ideas, and instruments. As the torchbearers change, we extend gratitude to Alejandro and extend a warm welcome to Sanjiv—embodying the essence of legacy. In bidding adieu, my heartfelt thanks resonate with those who entrusted me with this responsibility, to Javier, my guiding light, to Maria, the colorist of my words, and to Noor and Lilis, whose tireless efforts birthed this endeavor. To the myriad contributors and readers of FACE TO FACE, your engagement has been the soulful cadence in this symphony of communication. A new team will soon take charge and breathe new life into FACE TO FACE. And everything will be a continuum. Deepak Krishnan EDITOR IN CHIEF

NEW YEAR, NEW CHALLENGES WE EXPRESS OUR GRATITUDE to the IAOMS community for their unwavering support and engagement throughout the year 2023. This vibrant community has actively participated in our extensive online learning programs, surpassing previous records, and has fostered meaningful discussions and connections from all corners of the globe. The IAOMS Board and staff, partners, and affiliated associations have been diligently working to create and implement new opportunities and programs that cater to the needs of our members within the OMFS community. Our sincere hope is that current IAOMS members will choose to renew their membership for the year 2024, while also welcoming new members specializing in OMF surgery from around the world to join IAOMS and take full advantage of the robust educational programs we have planned for next year and beyond.

The IAOMS and the Australian New Zealand Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, (ANZAOMS), collaborated on the IAOMS/ANZAOMS NextGen Online Conference which took place from October 17 to October 19, 2023. This online conference offered a dynamic three-day program that included live presentations and question-and answer sessions. The attendees had the opportunity to learn from master OMF surgeons as well as from the next generation. All members and non-members can access the online video on demand for this online conference. Visit our website to learn more about the speakers and explore the session topics.

Exciting new education programs await as we prepare to a brand-new installment of the IAOMS Podcast Series, scientific webinars, the eagerly anticipated 2024 NextGen curriculum, Virtual Conferences, and much more. We encourage you to continue exploring the comprehensive library of on-demand content available through our website’s e-Learning portal. Moreover, we are thrilled to announce that applications are now open until November 30th for both Fellowship and Visiting Scholar Programs through the IAOMS Foundation.

We have recently made available two scientific webinars for on-demand viewing. The first webinar, titled “Clinical Controversies of the Management of Cleft Lip, and Palate Deformities,” featured Dr. Rodolfo Asensio and Dr. Emeka Nkenke. Moderated by Dr. Majeed Rana, this insightful discussion took place on September 21, 2023. The second webinar, “Minimally Invasive Orthognathic Surgery Vs. Traditional,” also moderated by Dr. Rana, was held on October 19, 2023, featuring Dr. Gabriele Millesi and Dr. Federico Alfaro-Hernandez. Stay tuned for our upcoming schedule in 2024, which promises to deliver even more engaging content.

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IAOMS E-LEARNING PROGRAMS nline Conference IAOMS/ANZAOMS NextGen: O Now Available on Demand

IAOMS SCIENTIFIC WEBINAR SERIES IS NOW AVAILABLE ON-DEMAND

IAOMS VIRTUAL CONFERENCE In addition to these events, we are delighted to announce that the IAOMS Virtual Conference in collaboration with Osteo Science Foundation will be returning for its fourth year on November 15, 2023. Thanks to the ongoing generous support of Osteo Science Foundation, registration

is complimentary for all OMF surgeons for this esteemed event. This two-hour scientific program on surgery and nutrition, features presentations by Dr. Teresa Biggerstaff and Dr. Mark Green, followed by a Q&A session moderated by Dr. Majeed Rana.

IAOMS FOUNDATION The IAOMS Foundation will offer Fellowships starting in September 2024. These invaluable opportunities will take place at prestigious institutions such as the GSR Institute for Craniomaxillofacial and Facial Plastic Surgery in Hyderabad, India; Bhagwan Mahveer Jain Hospital in Bangalore, India; Peking University School of Stomatology in Beijing, China; and Ninth People’s Hospital in Shanghai, China. We extend our gratitude to KLS Martin Group and Elsevier for generously funding these fellowships. Applications are now open. The fellowships will run from September 2024 to August 2025. For detailed information on how to apply and further details about these fellowships, please visit our website and navigate to the “IAOMS Foundation” section.

IAOMS COMMITTEES The call for volunteers is open to recruit members for the IAOMS Education and NextGen Committees. Applications are now being accepted for volunteer leaders to fill positions on these committees for 2024-2025. The IAOMS Education Committee, a standing committee of IAOMS Board of Directors, will assist in the planning and execution of education programs for all career levels of members to improve the quality of healthcare worldwide.

The IAOMS NextGen Committee was created to connect OMF surgeons around the world, with a focus on cultivating young leaders, creating networking opportunities, and increasing awareness of the IAOMS internationally. These unique leadership opportunities allow you to shape the future for the specialty and the association. Interested individuals must be active members of IAOMS throughout their tenure on the committee. For more information, visit www.iaoms.org.

SAVE THE DATE he planning for the 26th International T Conference on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery has begun. Visit our website to learn more about our signature biennial education and networking event. Watch the 2023 highlights video from the 25th ICOMS held in Vancouver. We look forward to seeing you May 22-25, 2025 in Singapore!

Warm Regards

Mitchell Dvorak EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, IAOMS

Issue 70 / January 2024

Editor-in-Chief Deepak Krishnan Assistant Editors Noor Al Saadi Lilis Iskandar Graphic Designer María Montesinos Executive Committee 2024-2025 Board of Directors Sanjiv Nair, President Alejandro Martinez, Past President Rui Fernandes, Vice President Jocelyn Shand, Vice President-Elect Brett Ferguson, Treasurer Larry Nissen, IAOMS Foundation Chair Mitchell Dvorak, Executive Director Members-at-Large Nardy Casap Alfred Lau Fred Rozema Regional Representatives Imad Elimairi, Africa Tetsu Takahaski, Asia Satheesh Prabhu, Europe Raul Parra, Latin America Ian Ross, North America Patrishia Bordbar, Oceania Nabil Samman, Editor-in-Chief, IJOMS Committee Chairs Majeed Rana, Education Henry García, NextGen Krishnamurthy Bonanthaya, IBCSOMS President

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Letter from the Past President Dear Colleagues and Friends, THE MOMENT HAS COME for me to pass on the esteemed presidential medal of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (IAOMS), a symbol of our organization’s rich heritage and continuing mission. As I reflect on my tenure, I am filled with immense gratitude for the opportunity to serve at the helm of IAOMS, the most prestigious international association in our field. Over the past two years, our journey has been one of relentless hard work, overcoming challenges, fostering camaraderie, and celebrating milestones. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with a team of exceptional doctors and professionals who consistently strive to excel in their roles - the Board of Directors, the IAOMS Foundation, the Executive Committee, NextGen, Face2Face, the ICOMS Scientific and Organization Committee, the Group of Past Presidents, and the dedicated Staff of IAOMS. My heartfelt thanks to each one of you for your unwavering support, guidance, and mentorship. Our collective success in steering this illustrious association through the post-pandemic era is a testament to our sponsors’ unwavering commitment, notably KLS Martin. Your support has been the backbone of our endeavors, allowing IAOMS to continue its mission. Interaction with each Regional and National Association has been a rewarding experience, filled with a mutual passion for education, science, and technology. Together, we have strived for the highest quality service and set new standards of care for our patients while fostering a strong sense of camaraderie.

The journey ahead for the IAOMS and its Foundation is filled with opportunities and challenges. It calls for a greater commitment from every oral and maxillofacial surgeon worldwide to grow our membership and financial support for our Foundation. Our collective dedication is the key to maintaining a robust association, expanding our legacy in knowledge, science, education, and history, and increasing opportunities for fellowships, scholarships, and continuing education globally. As I hand over the baton to our next President, Dr. Sanjiv Nair, I am filled with optimism. I am confident that his leadership, coupled with the love and dedication of our community and the able guidance of our Executive Director Mitch Dvorak, will lead IAOMS to new heights. As I transition into my new roles as Immediate Past-President and Foundation Chair, I remain committed to IAOMS and look forward to seeing the association flourish under the leadership of Dr. Sanjiv Nair, Rui Fernandes, and Josselyn Shands. IAOMS is more than just an association; it is a global family bound by our shared passion for science, knowledge, surgery, and our unwavering commitment to our patients. Thank you once again for being an integral part of this incredible journey. With warm regards. ■

Alejandro Martinez IAOMS PAST PRESIDENT

CONTENTS January 2024 3

Every end is a new beginning. Everything is a continuum Deepak Krishnan

New year, new challenges Mitchell Dvorak

Letter from the Past President Alejandro Martinez

Letter from the President Sanjiv Nair

CHITCHAT If I had to create a new surgical toy

Reflections Larry W. Nissen

SPECIAL REPORT THE NAMES BEHIND THESE PROCEDURES AND INSTRUMENTS Noor Al-Saadi and Lilis Iskandar

LEGACY Questions to the departing and incoming Presidents of the IAOMS

Editor’s book recommendations for the new year reading

AFTER THOUGHT A Fond Farewell Noor Al-Saadi and Lilis Iskandar

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Letter from the President

Esteemed Colleagues and fellow surgeons A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU and your loved ones. As the new year begins, I take on a new responsibility. A responsibility with pride as much as trepidation. A responsibility of heading a global organization of surgical super specialty. The specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery unique as it is, is fraught with challenges both internally and externally. Internal challenges are the multitude training patterns and lack of uniformity around the world. Externally its overlap with other surgical specialties in the head and neck region. Internal challenges may be overcome by providing level playing field and training opportunities for its members. Here the biggest obstacle being differences in statutory control in different regions. To overcome this our association instituted the International Board (IBSCOMS) for recognizing minimum training standards and quality of care for our patients. The IBSCOMS is into its 5th year of existence and consistently conducted a rigorous and transparent evaluation platform meeting the highest standards. External challenges of surgical specialty overlap can only be overcome by staying ahead in the race. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons have been successful in embracing technology and its implementation to augment their skills. We have reconciled with the fact that technology is here to stay therefore far from fighting it we walk alongside it. As we know strength lies in numbers. Our membership growth has been steady but not exponential. The need for more new members and continued support of existing ones is the only answer. Our regional representatives are motivated to work harder to encourage this.

We are often asked, “Why become a member?” The answer would be there is no other specialty organization that offers the benefits like IAOMS. Access to IJOMS which has a high impact factor, webinars of high quality at periodic intervals, fellowships, visiting scholar programs and the ICOMS which is the jewel in the crown are just a few reasons. As I see my dear friend Alejandro demit office, I also see him in a new role as Chairman of the IAOMS foundation. A big responsibility which only he can shoulder like his successful predecessor Larry Nissen. I wish Alejandro all support in his new role. The new committee members for Chair and Research have their task cut out for them. Majeed Rana as Education Chair and Robert Sader as Research chair will carry on the fantastic work set by Ghali Ghali and Shawn Edwards. Our staff at the head quarters remain our dependable pillars of strength and integrity helping us carry our missions forward. I look forward to a term filled with camaraderie, cooperation, and hard work. To continue unfinished tasks of my predecessor and institute means and ways to improve membership. In this I would require support of all our existing members especially of the Nextgen, a dynamic Digital transformation and enthusiasm in the activities of the IAOMS. Together, let us grow and be proud of the legacy set by our past leaders and let us make IAOMS a world leader in Surgery.

Sanjiv Nair IAOMS PRESIDENT 2024-2025

So, if you were to design a new surgical instrument what would it be? Stefania Requejo

We asked our NextGen leaders...

VENEZUELA

I would like to see an instrument that would guarantee the condylar position and its relationship to the mandibular fossa when performing orthognathic surgeries.

ha c t i h C

Raphael Guerra BRAZIL

I think carrying out surgical planning using AI and the metaverse would be fantastic, thus enabling procedures to be performed over a long distance!

Charles P. Sia THE PHILIPPINES I would like to see a minimally invasive, compact, and versatile set of osteosynthesis instruments for a pure transoral approach even for the larger screws and difficult to reach areas.

Shreya Tocaciu AUSTRALIA

I’d like to see glasses with built-in 3D cameras good enough to record surgeries from the surgeon’s view with AI controlled auto-focus.

Akash Menon INDIA I would like to see an auto-knotting needle holder where the surgeon only needs to take bites of the tissues they wish to approximate, and the instrument automatically places a neat surgeons knot!

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REFLECTIONS I WOULD LIKE to express my gratitude to the esteemed members, staff, and Board of Trustees of the IAOMS who have graciously allowed me to serve as Chair of the IAOMS Foundation since 2012. As I reflect upon my twelve-year tenure in this role, I am pleased to see the progress we’ve made in the amount of comprehensive educational programs that we offer. You can find information about these exceptional educational opportunities on our website, www.iaoms. org, and I strongly encourage you to explore these programs further. Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 pandemic presented an unprecedented challenge for all associations, particularly foundations like ours that had just embarked on a significant capital fundraising campaign. Just as we were compelled to pause our in-person educational initiatives, we also temporarily halted our fundraising endeavors. Nonetheless, our association exhibited remarkable resourcefulness and swiftly adapted to online education, achieving tremendous success in this realm. Congratulations are due to our educational committee and our talented staff for their remarkable accomplishments. Although we had to suspend our Global Impact Campaign due to the pandemic, we achieved a measure of success with $553,700 pledged over a five-year period. To date, we have collected $352,843 or 63.7% of these pledges. Next year, in 2024, marks the end of the pledge period for most donors; therefore, it is my hope that we will fulfill many of these commitments. Throughout my tenure as Chair, numerous individuals have contributed their time and expertise in various capacities that have been crucial to advancing our mission. On behalf of our Foundation and its members, I extend heartfelt appreciation to KLS Martin Group and Karl Leibinger, Christian Leibinger, Mike Teague, Mike Green, Jeff Ashby, and Will Ticoris for their extraordinary generosity as corporate supporters. Over the past seven years alone, they have donated an astounding $1.2 million, and most recently, they have committed an additional $1 million over the next five years. Their dedication to the IAOMS, its Foundation, and the specialty cannot be overstated.

The Osteo Science Foundation has been a vital partner for the past four years, providing invaluable support for our online education, Fellowship programs, and ICOMS Travel and Visiting Scholar initiatives. We are deeply grateful for their partnership. Our collaborations with regional and national associations continue to enhance our value proposition and enable us to undertake ongoing and special projects. The unwavering support of our IAOMS staff has been exceptional, characterized by an unrivaled dedication. Mitch Dvorak as Executive Director, Kimberly Shadle as our former primary Foundation Staff member, and currently Marisa Peacock have served as the primary liaisons who offer daily support that is instrumental to our Foundation’s success. Katie Cairns consistently keeps us informed about membership matters and always greets inquiries with a friendly demeanor. I cannot emphasize enough how these individuals, along with all the IAOMS staff, diligently work to improve and elevate the IAOMS. As I transition to a different role within the Foundation, Dr. Alejandro Martinez will assume the Chair position on January 1, 2024. In his capacity as Vice Chair, he has displayed exceptional leadership qualities, recognizing the importance of expanding programs and fostering philanthropic contributions. I eagerly anticipate collaborating with him to create an even more prosperous Foundation. Despite celebrating our 25th Anniversary in 2021 amidst the challenges posed by the pandemic, we managed to host a “Virtual Toast” that attracted participants from around the world. On that occasion, I raised my glass in a toast to the future success of the IAOMS Foundation. Today, I would like to extend another heartfelt “toast” to our members, staff, corporate partners, regional and national collaborators for their unwavering support and commitment. As we gaze into the future, the triumph of the IAOMS Foundation will rest upon the dedication and commitment of all these individuals, and many more. Once again, I am profoundly grateful for the privilege bestowed upon me to serve the IAOMS Foundation. With utmost respect. ■ Larry W. Nissen

IAOMS FOUNDATION CHAIR

THE NAMES behind these PROCEDURES and INSTRUMENTS

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RENÉ LE FORT (1869-1951) René Le Fort (1869-1951) was a French surgeon, best known for creating the Le Fort classification of facial fractures. He first published his treatise explaining his experiments with maxillary fractures of the skull in 1901. To perform these experiments, Le Fort caused trauma to cadaver heads by delivering blunt forces of varying degrees of magnitude from different directions. From these tests, he determined that the mid-face fractures follow a predictable patterns, and concluded that there are three predominant types of patterns of fractures; which are the horizontal, pyramidal and the transverse, named after him as Le Fort I, II & III respectively. ■

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BERNHARD VON LANGENBECK (1810-1887)

Bernhard von Langenbeck (1810-1887) was a German surgeon known as the developer of Langenbeck's amputation and founder of Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery, in addition to the development of the first surgical “residency” training program at his hospital in Berlin. In Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, his name is well-known for the thin, right-angled handheld retractors which are available in several sizes ranging from small to large, probably used in every surgical speciality; the Langenbeck retractor. ■

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Sir Harold Delf Gillies (1882-1960) Was a New Zealand otolaryngologist and father of modern plastic surgery. In 1927, he was the first to create an incision made behind the hairline and over the temporal muscle to reach the malar bone. Gillies further described the use of a small, thin elevator that is slid under the depressed bone enabling the surgeon to use the leverage of the elevator to reduce the fracture. ■

SIR HAROLD DELF GILLIES (1882-1960) Photo courtesy of Imperial War Museums (© IWM).

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04 WALTER ELLIS SISTRUNK (1880-1933)

Walter Ellis Sistrunk (1880-1933) is best known for the description of the Sistrunk procedure for management of thyroglossal duct cyst after conducting a review of 31 patients undergoing thyroglossal cyst surgery at the Mayo Clinic. In his article, which he published in 1920, he stated that “the cure for thyroglossal cyst is a failure unless the epithelium-lined tract leading from the cyst to the blind foramen is completely excised, including the central portion of the hyoid bone”. ■

Diagram of Sistrunk’s procedure from his original 1920 article. It showed that dissection continued up to the blind foramen mucosa following hyoid bone removal.

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MARGARET F. BUTLER (1861-1931)

Margaret F. Butler (1861-1931) was an American physician who chaired the otorhinolaryngology department at the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania, while many female physicians of her time chose to specialize in women’s health, Dr. Butler was adamant about pursuing otolaryngology. With a talent for innovation, she went on to design multiple instruments used in otolaryngologic operations, such as the Butler tonsil snare and a nasal septum splint used following submucosal resection of the turbinates. ■

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ROBERT H. IVY (1881–1974) Ivy Loops Ivy Loops or Eyelet Wiring were one of the initial techniques employed for intermaxillary fixation, and they continue to be commonly utilized even today. Ivy Loops are named after Dr. Robert H. Ivy (1881–1974), an American oral and plastic surgeon recognized for advancing the team approach or multidisciplinary treatment for children with cleft lip and cleft palate. Dr. Ivy was a Professor of Plastic Surgery at the Graduate Hospital and at the University of Pennsylvania, and the first ever Professor of Plastic Surgery at any University. He was also one of the founding fathers of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Association of Plastic Surgery, and the Journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. ■

Photo Courtesy of the Ro bert H. Ivy Society.

Ivy loops. Cited from: McGinn, J. D., & Fedok, F. G. (2008). Techniques of maxillary-mandibular fixation. Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 19(2), 117-122.

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NORMAN LESTER ROWE (1915-1991)

Photo courtesy of the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Rowe’s Maxillary Disimpaction Forceps

Left Rowe's Maxillary Disimpaction Forceps. Photo courtesy of the AOCMF.

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Rowe’s Maxillary Disimpaction Forceps used to position the maxilla are named after Dr. Norman Lester Rowe (1915‑1991). Dr. Rowe is a British oral and maxillofacial surgeon who was one of the original founders of the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He served as a consultant at the WWII Emergency Medical Service Hospital at Rooksdown House, Park Prewitt, Basingstoke in 1948, then at Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton, from 1959 to 1980, as well as at the Westminster Hospital and the Eastman Dental Hospitals. He co-authored an OMS book titled "Fractures of the Facial Skeleton" in 1955 with his colleague and friend Homer Killey. ■

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JEANNE AMÉLIE LÜER (1842-1909) Luer syringe The Luer syringe was invented by the Hermann Adolph Wülfing-Lüer, a German surgical instrument manufacturer. In 1867, Hermann Adolph Wülfing (1836-1910) married Jeanne Amélie Lüer (1842-1909), and together they contributed to the business. Hermann focused on the business aspects of the factory, while Jeanne played a role in both the creative side and the factory operations. In 1894, Wulfing-Luer introduced the first all-glass syringe in Paris, known as the Luer syringe. Jeanne, helped by a glass blower named Fournier, developed a ‘twopiece graduated, all-glass sterilizable syringe with a tight-fitting ground glass barrel’. The Lüers encountered Maxwell W. Becton and Fairleigh S. Dickinson, who acquired the Lüer syringe. Subsequently, they established the Becton Dickinson (BD) surgical equipment company in New Jersey, USA. ■

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Luer Syringe. Cited from https://litfl. com/hermann-adolph-wulfing-luer/ (20 November 2023).

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MONA DEW ROBERTS (1878-1936)

Mona Roberts Airway (1916).

Mona Roberts Air-way Anaesthetics and their administration; a text-book by Hewitt, Frederic William, Sir; Robinson, Henry, 1877- .Publication date 1922.

Mona Roberts Oropharyngeal Airway The Mona Roberts oropharyngeal airway device is a metallic tool designed to maintain open air passages during anesthesia. Dr. Mona Dew Roberts (1878-1936) was a female Welsh General Practitioner and anaesthetist. She gained recognition as a lecturer in midwifery for the Central Midwives Board and served as the medical officer for ante-natal clinics in Liverpool. Additionally, she held the position of assistant anaesthetist at Liverpool Royal Infirmary. Her legacy endures through the Mona Roberts oropharyngeal airway, as detailed in her 1916 article in The Lancet. ■

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LEGACY QUESTIONS TO THE DEPARTING AND INCOMING PRESIDENTS OF THE IAOMS

PAST PRESIDENT So, in retrospect…? What would you say was the highlight of your presidency? Immediately after I started my presidential term, there was a conflict with the Asian Association due to ICOMS 2025 in Singapore instead of Taiwan. During Zoom reunions with them, we had an understanding and support and found a way to be all united. It was a challenge simultaneously, an opportunity to come out stronger, and ICOMS 2025 will be very successful. Promoting IAOMS in the Latin America Region (ALACIBU) and increasing their participation with

the NextGen webinars, as a guest Society symposium during ICOMS and with other Regional Congress, was an opportunity to motivate and increase memberships and participation. After two years with no ICOMS because of the pandemic, it was crucial to keep IAOMS with healthy finances, bring a successful ICOMS 2023, and pass a healthy economic situation for the next period to the next IAOMS President. And the low point? It will be imperative to find a way to increase our memberships. Also, to increase donations to the IAOMS Foundation. IAOMS needs more substantial financial support to offer more Fellowships and scholarships. In this order, IAOMS will be able to maintain world education necessities, better standards of care for patients, and ensure passing the Legacy to the next generations. What would you like people from the future to acknowledge you as? By a President who worked for the integration of all different regions, visiting them and making them feel the importance that each of them has for the engagement of the organization, encouraging its members, mainly young people, to live IAOMS, to get involved, to take advantages of the education opportunities IAOMS offers, and in turn to encourage them to which is the commitment of everyone to give back to IAOMS for what it has done for our specialty in the last 61 years, lets all work for our IAOMS! Now that you have some time on your hands, what’s the plan? Plans are to have time to write some papers to publish. Be more selective in lecturing, enjoy my practice more, and go with Elda 5 days a month to Playa del Carmen for fishing and diving. Of course, the Foundation will take some time, but less than the presidency.

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PRESIDENT Who are you? I am a surgeon and I like to heal, pompous as it may sound, this is my passion in life. Where are we going? As an organization - The IAOMS as an organization is comparable to the WHO, preventive health care is a priority and it would be my privilege to spearhead it. As the head of an organization that brings together people globally, both education and service are my goals. What are your priorities as the IAOMS President? My priorities as president would be to engage more members from the next generation and spread talent and education with more fellowship programs. What do you intend to leave behind as your legacy? A healthy association with more members, more global inclusiveness and ability to reach out to our NextGen for increased participation. The Association has been in great hands with sharp minds. I hope to keep the momentum going. Where do we think we are going as a specialty? I think this is the most exciting phase of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery as a specialty. Despite the hurdles of having to compete with other surgical specialties, oral and maxillofacial surgeons have used technology to their advantage. The turf war will never end, hence improvement in training and curriculum with platform provided by the IAOMS will keep us ahead in the race.

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• Learn with IJOMS, one of the world’s leading

OMF journals with the highest impact factor of all OMF publications.

• Read Face to Face, written for and by members. • Enhance patient care through webinars, online conferences and other e-learning courses*.

• Prepare for the International Board for the

Certification of Specialization of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (IBCSOMS) with the IAOMS Review Course.

• Support the next generation through the

IAOMS Foundation Fellowship and Scholarship opportunities.

• Experience events for all OMF surgeons,

ranging from trainee to experienced surgeons: ICOMS, the IAOMS’ biennial signature educational and networking conference and “The Next Level Forum;” International Symposia, and regional conferences*.

• Expand your knowledge; access innovative bestin-class training.

• Connect with peers throughout the world. • Grow among the next generation of oral and maxillofacial surgeons through our NextGen programmatic initiatives; network with your colleagues through our online community.

EDITOR’S BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS for the new year reading

The Facemaker – a book from Lindsey Fitzharris about the work of Sir Harold Gillis, legendary facial reconstructive surgeon and his work during and after World War I working on the disfigured faces of soldiers. His work formed foundations of what we are surgeons of the face do everyday.

The Knife Man: Blood, Body Snatching, and the Birth of Modern Surgery by Wendy Moore In The Knife Man, Wendy Moore unveils John Hunter’s (the most famous anatomist and surgeon of the eighteenth century) murky and macabre world—a world characterized by public hangings, secret expeditions to dank churchyards, and gruesome human dissections in pungent attic rooms. This is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable pioneer and his determined struggle to haul surgery out of the realms of meaningless superstitious ritual and into the dawn of modern medicine. Surgeons regardless of the specialty or location owe a lot to the pioneering work that John Hunter established.

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January 2024

After thought

A FOND FAREWELL DEAR READERS, As we sit down to write this final editorial piece as your Assistant Editors from seemingly two different time zones: London and Jakarta, we are filled with a myriad of emotions. Today marks the end of a chapter for us, our cherished readers, and for two of us personally. It is with a bittersweet heart that we bid farewell to the role we have had the privilege of holding at this esteemed magazine. The recollection lingers tenderly in our thoughts—the moment Dr. Deepak Krishnan, our Chief Editor, kindly extended an invitation for us to join him as Assistant Editors for this highly-regarded magazine. A gentle blend of joy, honor, and a subtle flutter of anxiety enveloped our hearts as we embraced this enchanting role. Over the years, we have embarked on a journey together, exploring the realms of knowledge, culture, and amazing experiences of our profession. The magazine has been a platform for ideas, a canvas for creativity, and a mirror reflecting the diverse tapestry of our global community of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. It has been an honor to be part of a publication that strives to inspire, inform, and connect people from all over the globe. As we bid adieu to the past, we must also embrace the future. It is a thrilling prospect to imagine the innovative ideas, stories, and perspectives that will shape the pages of future editions. Yet, it is not merely about looking forward; it’s about recognizing and appreciating the foundation upon which we stand. We extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible team that has worked tirelessly behind the scenes, from our chief editor and writers to designer and support staffs. Our collaborative effort has been the driving force behind the success of our publication. To our Chief Editor, Dr. Deepak Krishnan, thank you for your remarkable leadership and, particularly, for entrusting us with the role of Assistant Editors of the Face to Face. We are eternally grateful for the incredible opportunity and experience you have provided us. To our readers, your unwavering support has been the wind beneath our wings. Thank you for taking this journey with us, for sharing your thoughts, and for being the heartbeat of our community. As we step into a new chapter, we carry with us the memories of the stories we’ve told and the connections we’ve forged. We look forward to witnessing the FACE TO FACE’S continued success and the exciting journeys that lie ahead for each and every one of us. Thank you for being part of this incredible chapter. With heartfelt gratitude, Noor and Lilis ASSISTANT EDITORS

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January 2024