What is Barcelona Line?

Instituto Maxilofacial

What is Barcelona Line?

Have you ever wondered what makes a face attractive? The concept of beauty is subjective, but Prof. Federico Hernandez Alfaro and his research team have been working to understand what makes a face aesthetically pleasing. The result of all these years of research is the "Barcelona Line," a new reference plane for determining the ideal...

Impact of Sleep Apnea on Mental Health

Sleep apnea is a common condition that affects millions of people around the world. Physical symptoms, such as loud snoring and daytime fatigue, are well known, but sleep apnea can also have a significant impact on mental health. A recent study found that all domains of quality of life, from mental and emotional health functioning...

Orthognathic surgery and veneers: Can I have my surgery if I have dental veneers?

If you are considering orthognathic surgery, you may wonder if you can do it if you already have veneers. The short answer is yes, but it is important to keep some important considerations in mind. If you don't already have dental veneers, you may want to consider getting them after orthognathic surgery. Orthognathic surgery mobilizes...

Why can’t I have my surgery plan from the beginning?

Many patients who visit us from other countries want to get their planning done early in their journey, and are surprised to learn that this is not possible until shortly before surgery. Why is this? Almost half of the patients at the Maxillofacial Institute are international patients from all over the globe, and many of...