2012 Annual Meeting

August 28 - September 15, 2012

S118

Endoscopic Techniques in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Endoscopic Techniques in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

This is a ticketed session.

Endoscopy is an extension of the surgical field that allows direct access to areas of difficult visualization. The development of these minimally invasive techniques has enabled oral and maxillofacial surgeons to use endoscopic-assisted treatment for multiple conditions, such as trauma, orthognathic surgery, pathology, etc. Decreased complication rates, comparable success rates, diverse functionality and efficiency make endoscopy a helpful technique in the oral and maxillofacial surgeon's armamentarium.

1. Describe the latest applications of endoscopic techniques in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
2. Evaluate the advantages, disadvantages and limitations of these techniques.