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New: FACE AHEAD 2026: A huge success
Thank you for being part of FACE AHEAD 2026 in Bangkok, the biggest and best FACE AHEAD yet.
Together, we welcomed nearly 1,000 from 58 countries, almost 500 abstract submissions, 77 international speakers, and 35 sponsors and exhibitors, making this our largest and most successful FACE AHEAD to date. Your enthusiasm, expertise, and engagement made the three inspiring days of learning, collaboration, and innovation in craniomaxillofacial surgery special.
Guided by this year’s theme, Excellence Beyond Boundaries, FACE AHEAD 2026 brought together the global CMF community to share knowledge, explore new ideas, and advance patient care through scientific exchange.
We look forward to seeing you all again in 2028 in Istanbul.
New: FACE AHEAD 2026 photo gallery now online
Can you spot yourself in Bangkok?
Visit our FACE AHEAD 2026 photo gallery to relive some of the memorable moments from the congress and check out the FACE AHEAD 2026 highlights video on the homepage. Be sure to check the FACE AHEAD website in the coming weeks for the official video.
Download the Final Program
The FACE AHEAD 2026 Final Program is now available to download. The 70+ page PDF has everything you need to help you make the most of the event, and is the perfect downloadable companion to the Interactive Program and App.
Abstract Report available
We are delighted to announce that the FACE AHEAD 2026 Abstract Report is now available. Featuring all accepted oral abstracts and e-posters, the publication is fully open access and freely accessible. We look forward to seeing this exciting research come to life at FACE AHEAD 2026.
Interactive program
Our FACE AHEAD 2026 interactive program is now online! Every session is covered in detail, and the powerful search tool enables you to filter by content, room, session type and more. Launch the program below and start to plan your visit.
MedTech compliance
MedTech–the European trade association representing the medical technology industry–has announced that FACE AHEAD 2026 is MedTech compliant. Read more details by clicking the button below.
Record number of abstracts submitted!
We are delighted to announce that FACE AHEAD 2026 has attracted the highest number of abstracts yet-almost double that received for the 2024 event, further highlighting the event’s growing importance. Drill down into the details below.
Speaker line-up
FACE AHEAD 2026 promises to be the CMF event of the year! We have assembled over 70 world-class speakers from across the globe, with each having reached the pinnacle in their fields and ready to inspire the next generation. See who is speaking by browsing the full list.
Global Oral Cancer Diploma
We are pleased to announce that the Global Oral Cancer Diploma Graduation will take place at FACE AHEAD 2026 in Bangkok on Saturday. Successful graduates will be honored on Saturday, 3 October 2026 on FACE AHEAD’s main stage, where a distinguished faculty member will extend congratulations to all participants.
Discover the Global Oral Cancer Diploma — a comprehensive online program designed to advance knowledge across the full patient journey in oral cancer management. Learn more and explore how to apply–click the button below for more information.
AO CMF and Thai AOMS announce collaboration
On behalf of Prof. Amir Elbarbary, AO CMF International Chair, and Prof. Mike Leung, FACE AHEAD Chair, we are very pleased to announce the collaboration between Thai AOMS and AO CMF.
The Thai AOMS annual meeting will be held together with FACE AHEAD 2026. This initiative sends a strong signal of genuine collaboration, further strengthens the relationship between AO CMF and Thai AOMS and significantly contributes to the success of the FACE AHEAD Summit.
Thai AOMS attendees at FACE AHEAD will benefit from a comprehensive package.
What FACE AHEAD 2026 Delivered
ABSTRACTS
490
PARTICIPANTS
957
COUNTRIES
58
interactive SESSIONS
18
Panel discussions
12
keynotes
8
SPEAKERS
77