American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Learn how to improve efficiency and the patient experience while preventing burnout by attending the Nov. 6 webinar, Navigating the Ever-Changing Business of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to Avoid Provider Burnout: A Strategic Approach. This 90-minute webinar will review key performance indicators for ongoing success. For more information, visit AAOMS.org/CEonline.

Predicting the future focus of orthognathic surgery: Outcome-driven planning and treatment with function, esthetics, and occlusion as key indicators A clinical and research focus on patient-oriented outcomes and improved quality of life will be the next big thing in orthognathic surgery, according to an international group of orthognathic surgeons in study published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Such a focus, they say, will require outcome-driven planning and treatment with function, esthetics and occlusion as key outcome indicators. https://lnkd.in/gU3v6Pqj

Ana M. Ospina, DDS, MPH, realized her passion for oral and maxillofacial surgery while completing her undergraduate studies. After she saw how the specialty could restore patients’ confidence and quality of life, her early fascination with oral health grew into a successful career dedicated to making positive impacts on her patients. Read more about Dr. Ospina’s journey and what she values most about AAOMS membership in the newest AAOMS Member Spotlight: https://lnkd.in/g3qd3pzT

Register by Oct. 31 to receive the early-bird general registration discount for the AAOMS Dental Implant Conference. Learn more at AAOMS.org/DIC.

Continuing education is vital for both OMSs and anesthesia assistants. Investing in your staff’s training enhances their skills and the quality of care at your practice. Register your staff for the Anesthesia Assistants Review Course being held Feb. 22 to 23 in Las Vegas, Nev., at AAOMS.org/OMSstaff.

AAOMS offers exclusive housing rates for Dental Implant Conference attendees. Visit AAOMS.org/DICHousing to make your hotel reservation and take advantage of room block discounts. Note: AAOMS is the only official housing agent for the conference.

The 2024 AAOMS Dental Implant Conference will feature the latest innovative techniques and procedures benefiting OMSs and their restorative teams. AAOMS members can provide other dental professionals with a promotion code for a reduced registration fee. Learn more by visiting AAOMS.org/DICspecial.

The Risk of Medication-related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw in Children: Guidance for Antiresorptive Use in Pediatric Patients New research published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery explores antiresorptive therapies in pediatric cancer care, highlighting the absence of osteonecrosis of the jaw in children. While both medications are effective, bisphosphonates show fewer side effects compared to denosumab, and the study suggests bisphosphonates should be the first-line treatment in pediatric cases. https://lnkd.in/g6Cgiu9d

Contemplating becoming a participating provider for insurance companies? Attend the 90-minute Nov. 13 webinar, Navigating the Contracting and Credentialing Process: What OMSs Need to Know, to identify factors to consider when making this decision. Visit AAOMS.org/CEonline to register.

Did you miss the Oct. 16 webinar, OMS Practice Valuation Methodologies and Uses? AAOMS offers on-demand recordings of past webinars. Visit AAOMS.org/CEonline to learn more.