Schedule

Join us to kick off the 44th Annual Conference with a welcome and introductory remarks by President Faisal A. Quereshy, MD, DDS, FACS and recognition of Dr. Gary Parker as the 2025 Humanitarian Awardee.

Rebuilding Faces, Restoring Lives: The Impact of OMFS in Global Surgery

This 45-minute presentation explores the transformative role OMFS in global health, especially within nations with resource constrained medical systems. Through personal narrative, clinical case studies, and global health data, participants will gain insight into the burden of surgically treatable oral and maxillofacial conditions and the unique contributions OMFS brings to humanitarian surgical care. Specific attention is given to conditions such as Noma and complex facial neoplasms, with discussion of surgical strategies, ethical considerations, and sustainable capacity-building efforts. The session challenges participants to reflect on the broader implications of surgical equity and consider their own potential roles in addressing global disparities.

This 45-minute presentation explores the transformative role OMFS in global health, especially within nations with resource constrained medical systems. Through personal narrative, clinical case studies, and global health data, participants will gain insight into the burden of surgically treatable oral and maxillofacial conditions and the unique contributions OMFS brings to humanitarian surgical care. Specific attention is given to conditions such as Noma and complex facial neoplasms, with discussion of surgical strategies, ethical considerations, and sustainable capacity-building efforts. The session challenges participants to reflect on the broader implications of surgical equity and consider their own potential roles in addressing global disparities.

Learning Objectives:

1. Assess the global burden of surgically treatable oral and maxillofacial conditions, particularly in resource-constrained settings, and recognize the impact of limited access to surgical care.
2. Evaluate the unique surgical strategies and ethical considerations involved in treating conditions such as Noma and complex facial neoplasms in humanitarian settings.
3. Explore sustainable capacity-building efforts in global surgery and identify potential roles for OMFS professionals in advancing surgical equity and global health initiatives.

Speaker: Ashley Manlove, DMD, MD, FACS
CE Hours: 0.75

Impacted canines and bicuspids present unique diagnostic and surgical challenges in oral and maxillofacial surgery. This session will explore best practices for identifying, evaluating and managing impacted teeth to optimize patient outcomes. Attendees will gain insights into advanced imaging techniques, surgical approaches and potential complications associated with these cases.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the clinical and radiographic signs of impacted canines and bicuspids to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment planning.
2. Evaluate surgical techniques for the exposure, repositioning, or extraction of impacted teeth, considering patient-specific factors and potential complications.
3. Discuss postoperative management strategies to minimize complications and enhance long-term functional and esthetic outcomes.

Speaker: Ashley Manlove, DMD, MD, FACS
CE Hours: 0.75

 

Pediatric intraoral trauma requires a specialized approach to diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management. This session will cover common injury patterns, treatment modalities and considerations for minimizing long-term functional and esthetic consequences. Attendees will learn best practices for managing soft and hard tissue trauma in children.

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize common types of intraoral trauma in pediatric patients and their associated clinical presentations.
2. Evaluate treatment options for soft and hard tissue injuries to ensure optimal healing and function.
3. Discuss strategies for preventing long-term complications and the need for secondary interventions.

Speaker: Andrea Burke, DMD, MD
CE Hours: 0.75

 

Frenectomy is a common procedure in pediatric and adult patients, yet its indications, techniques and long-term effects remain widely debated. This session will provide an evidence-based approach to assessing the need for frenectomy, selecting the appropriate surgical technique and managing patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Review the anatomical and functional indications for performing a frenectomy.
2. Compare traditional and laser-assisted techniques for performing a frenectomy, considering the latest evidence.
3. Discuss postoperative management and potential complications to ensure optimal functional outcomes.

Speaker: Andrea Burke, DMD, MD
CE Hours: 0.75

 

Odontogenic cysts and tumors in pediatric patients present unique diagnostic and treatment challenges. This session will explore the etiology, clinical presentation and management of common benign odontogenic lesions in children, emphasizing conservative and surgical approaches.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the most common benign odontogenic cysts and tumors affecting pediatric patients.
2. Evaluate imaging modalities and histopathological findings for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
3. Discuss surgical and non-surgical treatment options while considering growth and long-term functional outcomes.

Speaker: Daniel Meara, MS, MD, DMD, MHCDS, FACS
CE Hours: 0.75

 

Pediatric maxillofacial trauma differs significantly from adult trauma due to anatomical, physiological and developmental factors. This session will focus on the diagnosis, management and long-term considerations of facial fractures and soft tissue injuries in children.

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize the unique anatomical and developmental considerations in pediatric maxillofacial trauma.
2. Review treatment options for common facial fractures and soft tissue injuries in pediatric patients.
3. Discuss strategies for minimizing long-term functional and esthetic complications following trauma.

Speaker: Stanley Yung-Chuan Liu, MD, DDS, FACS
CE Hours: 0.75

In 1976, Christian Guilleminault described 8 children with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) that brought awareness to a condition that begins in childhood. OSA in children and adolescents negatively impact physical growth, behavior, mood, school performance, and dentofacial growth. Oral & maxillofacial surgeons are in a unique position to support pediatric medical and dental colleagues who may be the first line care providers. The contemporary continuum of interventions addressing nasal breathing, tongue function, and facial skeletal growth will be outlined.

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize the signs and symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing in the pediatric population.
2. Identify the nuances of pediatric polysomnography, and its correlation to physical examination of the OSA patient.
3. Optimize adult OSA care via understanding of pediatric OSA management.

Speakers: Cory Resnick, DMD, MD
CE Hours: 0.75

 

This talk will review growth considerations in patients presenting with dentofacial deformities. Appropriate timing for intervention will be discussed, focusing on the types of deformities that can be treated predictably during growth and those that are better managed after growth cessation.

Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize the influence of growth on management of dentofacial deformities. 
2. Determine which dentofacial deformities can be predictably treated during growth.
3. Determine which dentofacial deformities are most appropriately treated with delay until growth cessation.

Speakers: Kelly Kennedy, DDS, MS, FACS & Lisa Knobloch, DDS, MS
CE Hours: 0.75

This presentation explores the unique challenges of implant placement in pediatric and adolescent patients.  Covered topics include aspects of assessing skeletal maturity, determining optimal implant timing for patients with oligodontia versus partial edentulism, and implementing transitional prosthetic and surgical strategies throughout growth. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for ensuring long-term functional and esthetic outcomes in growing patients.

 

Learning Objectives:

1. Accurately assess skeletal maturity.
2. Review the timing of implant placement in patients with oligodontia vs. partial edentulism.
3. Describe the transitional prosthetic and surgical procedures throughout growth.

More information is forthcoming.

Speaker: Jimmie Harper, DDS, MS Bio
CE Hours: 0.75

 

Pediatric airway anatomy and anesthetic physiology differ significantly from adults, requiring specialized knowledge for safe and effective airway management. This session will provide an in-depth review of pediatric airway considerations, anesthetic implications and management strategies.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the unique anatomical and physiological differences in the pediatric airway and their anesthetic implications.
2. Discuss airway management techniques and strategies to minimize complications in pediatric patients.
3. Evaluate best practices for sedation and general anesthesia in children with complex airway conditions.

Speaker: Jimmie Harper, DDS, MS Bio
CE Hours: 0.75

 

Anesthetic management in children aged 8-13 presents unique pharmacological, physiological, and psychological considerations. This session will review best practices for anesthesia in this age group, focusing on safety, airway management and postoperative care.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify age-specific anesthetic considerations and drug pharmacokinetics in children aged 8-13.
2. Evaluate airway management strategies to optimize safety and reduce perioperative complications.
3. Discuss postoperative pain management and strategies for minimizing anesthesia-related adverse effects in this patient population.

Speaker: Vincent J. Perciaccante
CE Hours: 0.75

 

OMSNIC closed investigations involving the developing child will be evaluated to illustrate how patient selection and effective emergency response can help improve patient outcomes when an in-office, anesthesia-related emergency occurs.

Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss patient selection and assessment considerations for cases involving pediatric IV sedation in the office.
2. Review examples of how risk management strategies, such as communication and documentation, can positively impact the outcome of a claim.
3. Formulate effective communication and documentation protocols for handling the post-event communication process and responding to dental board investigations.