Dear members,The board of the Brazilian College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeryand Traumatology continues, strongly in line with its Mission and InstitutionalVision, in the struggle for training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeryonly in the Residency modality, with workload of 8,640 hours, minimumduration of three years and exclusive dedication.

Where should I start drafting my research? This is a commonquestion from the young researcher. The guidelines receivedcan sometimes leave residual doubts that, to some extent,can cause difficulties in the organization and elaborationof scientific writing.

SUBJECT: Steps that must be followed by ajournal that intends to achieve positive notorietyin professional and academic environmentsThe Brazilian College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeryand Traumatology interviews, in this issue of thejournal, Prof. Lúcia Maria SV Costa Ramos, TechnicalHead of the Dental Documentation Service, School ofDentistry, University of São Paulo (USP), Coordinator ofthe Rede BVS Odontologia Brasil, Researcher at the Centerfor Research and Technology in Scientific...

A survey of CBCTBMF members showed thatthere was an increase of approximately 17% inaccidents with facial trauma in delivery ridersthroughout Brazil. In your opinion, what happenedto this category during this period?Unfortunately, motorcyclists/delivery riders/bikersare frequently affected by traffic accidents. Motorcycles areessential to provide greater speed in transport and delivery,especially in large centers. During the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic,there was a significant increase in delivery...

Introduction: Epidemiological studies on oral and maxillofacial trauma play an importantrole in public health, by directing actions for health promotion, prevention anddiagnosis. Objective: The aim of this study was to identify the profile of traumatizedpatients, with an emphasis on oral and maxillofacial fractures treated in a referral hospitalin the North region of Brazil. Methods: A retrospective analysis of the medical records ofpatients treated over a period of 7 years was performed,...

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of the use of smartphonesfor the purpose of professional development in maxillofacial surgery. Methods:A cross-sectional study was carried out with residents and surgeons specializing in Oraland Maxillofacial Surgery and Traumatology (OMFS) from July 2020 to February 2021.Data were collected through an electronic form designed specifically for this study andmade available through a link and sent by email. Results: The...

Introduction: Genioplasty is a surgical procedure that allows three-dimensionalchanges in position and contour of the chin, resulting in significant improvementsin facial esthetics. Objective: Determine the relationship between soft tissues andbone movements in the genioplasty procedure, by means of a integrative literaturereview, using the following points: pogonium (Pg), soft tissue pogonium (Pg’), menton(Me), soft tissue menton (Me’), mentolabial sulcus (Si), and Point B. Methods:An...

Introduction: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroscopy is considered a minimallyinvasive treatment for the TMJ, and the use for the treatment of internal jointdisorder has increased in the last years. As it is a relatively new treatment, specialistsstill have many doubts on how to systematize this procedure. Objective: The objectiveof this article was to present the systematized and hierarchical steps of theprotocol adopted for TMJ arthroscopy, describing the procedures performed in eachof...

Surgically-assisted rapid maxillary expansion is a surgical-orthodontic procedure performedin patients with bone maturity and unilateral or bilateral transverse discrepancies,whether or not associated with other facial deformities. The aim of this study is topresent a case report of a surgical-orthodontic treatment performed by surgically-assistedrapid maxillary expansion with bone-borne appliance. The patient was a 33-years-oldmale, with maxillary transverse discrepancy of 9 mm, anterior and...

The inflammatory arthritis of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is uncommon, butwhen it occurs it can become debilitating. Early diagnosis and treatment by a maxillofacialsurgeon can prevent joint collapse. The most prevalent form of inflammatory arthritis,the rheumatoid arthritis, when affects the TMJ, causes destruction of the mandibularcondyle, with consequent retrusion of the chin, shortening of the mandible branch, andanterior open bite. Due to the reduction of the anteroposterior and...

The maxillary sinusitis is characterized by the infection of this paranasal sinus,causing dysfunction, pain, bad odor and fever. The oro-sinusal fistula represents acomplication in which communication occurs between the maxillary sinus and thebuccal cavity. The objective of this study is to report the case of a 45 years-old malepatient, who sought a clinic of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery presenting historyof traumatic tooth extraction #17, complaining of: liquid flux from the mouth intothe...

Introduction: Anteroposterior maxillary hypoplasia (AMH), with or without dentaldiscrepancy, has repercussions that cause aesthetic and psychological damage tothe patients. Many therapeutic measures have been used for this condition, such asorthognathic surgery and filling with various materials. Methods: This retrospective,observational, and descriptive study evaluated patients with AMH undergoingpolymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) implantation, through a series of 20 cases withfollow-up for a...

Sialolithiasis is an alteration derived from the development of calcified structureswithin the salivary duct system. Its treatment depends on the size and location ofthe sialolith and may range from salivary stimulation to surgical removal with orwithout the involved gland. Larger sialoliths located near the ductal ostium are oftenremoved by intraoral access, with or without suture of the buccal floor mucosa. However,there are reports in the literature attesting the advantage of using...

Lip Lift is a surgical procedure performed on the upper lip in order to improve aestheticsand bring harmony to the smile. The objective of the present article was toreport a clinical case of Lip Lift for the aesthetic-functional treatment of the smileand the lips region. This study reports a surgical procedure on the lower third of theface. The criteria for diagnosis of long and low smile lines were reviewed, identifyingsigns that, together with the patients complaints, were decisive factors...