Meticuly Highlights Solutions for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the 30th MAOMS Annual Scientific Conference

Meticuly was proud to participate in the 30th MAOMS Annual Scientific Conference (ASC 2026) in Malaysia. This year’s theme, "Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction," offered a profound platform to discuss how digital workflows are solving the most complex challenges in head and neck surgery.

The Intersection of Oncology and Digital Innovation 

In cases of oral oncology, the surgical objective is twofold: the complete resection of the pathology and the immediate restoration of form and function. Traditional methods often rely on the surgeon’s intraoperative "eye" to shape bone grafts and reconstructive plates.

At Meticuly, we are assisting the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery community by integrating Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) directly into the oncological workflow. By utilising patient CT data, surgeons can simulate tumor resection and plan the exact placement of microvascular free flaps—such as fibula or iliac crest grafts—long before entering the operating room.

The Role of Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) in Complex Reconstruction 

Virtual Surgical Planning acts as the digital blueprint for smooth surgery. For microvascular reconstruction, VSP allows for:

• Precision Cutting Guides: Ensuring that both the donor bone and the recipient site are prepared with mathematical accuracy.

• Predictable Outcomes: Simulating the final facial symmetry to ensure the aesthetic results meet the patient’s expectations.

• Reduced Ischemia Time: By pre-planning the bone segments and plate fit, surgeons can significantly shorten the time the tissue is without blood flow.

Redefining Stability with the Patient-Specific Implant (PSI) 

The centerpiece of our presence at MAOMS was the clinical application of the Patient-Specific Implant (PSI). In reconstruction following oncological resection, standard plates often require extensive intraoperative bending, which can weaken the material and lead to suboptimal contouring.

A Meticuly Patient-Specific Implant is 3D-printed from medical-grade titanium to match the patient’s unique anatomy perfectly. This design ensures:

1. Immediate Fixation: No or minimal intraoperative adjustments are required, streamlining the surgical procedure.

2. Lattice Structure Innovation: Our PSIs can be engineered with porous structures to promote better soft-tissue attachment and bone integration.

3. Anatomic Fidelity: Maintaining the precise projection of the jawline and midface, which is critical for the patient’s post-operative quality of life.

From Oncology to Orthognathic Surgery: A Unified Precision Framework

While the 30th MAOMS ASC focused heavily on oncology, the principles of digital precision are equally transformative in Orthognathic Surgery. The same VSP and PSI workflow used to reconstruct a mandible after a tumor resection is being applied to correct dentofacial deformities.

By utilising Virtual Surgical Planning for orthognathic cases, surgeons can achieve highly predictable occlusal results and superior skeletal stability. Whether the goal is reconstructive or corrective, the move toward a personalized, digital-first approach is the new gold standard in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Commitment to the Malaysian Surgical Community

Meticuly would like to thank the Malaysian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (MAOMS) for hosting an exceptional 30th Annual Scientific Conference. We remain dedicated to supporting surgeons across the region with the digital tools and customized hardware needed to push the boundaries of what is possible in microvascular reconstruction.

Together, we are transforming surgical complexity into predictable, life-changing results.