Drs. Wasson and Bobek

Down Fracture- A Podcast for Talkin' Jaws

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Standing firmly somewhere between the worst and best jaw surgery podcasts of all time, we bring you Down Fracture, A Podcast for Talkin' Jaws. Down Fracture is intended for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and other healthcare professionals interested in learning about jaw surgery. Topics will include Orthognathic surgery, TMJ surgery, Obstructive Sleep Apnea Surgery, and more. This podcast is hosted by Drs. Bobek and Wasson whose practices are limited to Orthognathic, TMJ, and OSA Surgery.

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Drs. Wasson and Bobek

Episodes

Treatment Planning OSA Patients 09.12.2025 50:07

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson are joined by Dr. Andy Loetscher to discuss nuances of treatment planning patients with OSA.

Interferences in Mandibular Osteotomies 02.12.2025 41:13

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss interferences in mandibular osteotomies.

Hierarchy of Skeletal Stability in Orthognathic Surgery 25.11.2025 47:09

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson review a classic paper and discuss the stability of orthognathic movements.

History of TMJ Replacement with Dr. Mercuri 18.11.2025 1:09:05

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek are joined by Dr. Louis Mercuri, the pioneer behind the design of the only custom TMJ total joint replacement prosthesis currently available in the U.S.

Managing Maxillary Interferences 10.11.2025 33:04

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss the management of maxillary interferences in Lefort I osteotomies.

Minimally Invasive Orthognathic Surgery 04.11.2025 53:17

In our 1-Year Anniversary episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek are joined by Dr. Zack Brown to discuss Minimally Invasive Orthognathic Surgery.

Mandibular Symphyseal Distraction Osteogenesis with Dr. Reza Movahed 28.10.2025 57:32

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek are joined by Dr. Reza Movahed to discuss mandibular symphyseal distraction osteogenesis.

Surgical Removal of Premolars During Orthognathic Surgery 20.10.2025 36:12

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson discuss the surgical removal of premolars during orthognathic surgery. This includes technique, indications, and other surgical tidbits.

Troubleshooting Custom TMJ Replacement 15.10.2025 39:28

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss resection, preparation, placement, and troubleshooting the placement of custom TMJ replacement prostheses.

My Midline is Off! Dealing with Maxillary Midline Discrepancies in Orthognathic Surgery. 09.10.2025 38:52

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss maxillary midline discrepancies pre, intra, and post-op.

Condylar Resorption & MMA 29.09.2025 41:17

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss management of the patient with Condylar Resorption requiring Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA).

Hardware Removal 23.09.2025 30:08

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson discuss the removal of hardware in various situations. They also discuss busing children around to various activities.

Rubber Band Use in Jaw Surgery 18.09.2025 38:17

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss the use of rubber bands in jaw surgery.

Face Shape & Occlusal Plane 08.09.2025 33:46

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson discuss the intricacies of changing the occlusal plane and the corresponding alterations in face shape.

Surgically Accessing the TMJ 03.09.2025 50:52

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss tips and nuance to surgically accessing the TMJ. There might also be an old man saying or two.

Taming the Temporalis 28.08.2025 37:00

In this episode Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss the implications of the temporalis and coronoid process in several aspects of TMJ and Jaw Surgery practice.

Head position and lips: It’s the little things that count 22.08.2025 30:35

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson discuss Sam's advanced age as well as intra-operative management of the head and lips during orthognathic surgery.

Navigating Insurance in Jaw Surgery 11.08.2025 1:05:03

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson attempt to provide clarity the wild world of medical insurance in jaw surgery but probably fail to actually do so.

Integrative Medicine in Orthognathic Surgery 29.07.2025 57:07

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson are joined by Dr. Gaby Tehrany to discuss Integrative Medicine in Orthognathic Surgery.

Orthognathic Surgery in the Growing Patient 24.07.2025 37:43

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss the growing patient and the implications for orthodontics and orthognathic surgery.

Inferior Alveolar Nerve Injury During Sagittal Split Osteotomy 14.07.2025 57:31

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson discuss witnessed Inferior Alveolar Nerve Injuries during Sagital Split Osteotomies.

Mandibular Midline Osteotomy 07.07.2025 43:54

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek discuss the technique, indications, and limitations of the mandibular midline osteotomy.

Custom Hardware Applications, Limitations, and Other Surgical Tidbits. 30.06.2025 59:05

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson are joined again by resident surgeon, Dr. Marcus Hwang to discuss custom fixation hardware in orthognathic surgery. Other surgical tidbits and common issues are also discussed.

Transitioning from Residency Into an Existing Jaw Surgery Practice 24.06.2025 47:30

In this episode, Drs. Wasson & Bobek are joined by Dr. Omar Kholaki. Omar is a junior surgeon at an established jaw surgery practice who discusses the transition from residency into an existing jaw surgery practice.

Coordinating TMJ Replacement 17.06.2025 56:28

In this episode, Drs. Bobek & Wasson discuss the coordination and logistics involved in the treatment of TMJ Replacement patients.