Book excerpt: In this issue of Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics, guest editors Drs. James C. Melville, Rui P. Fernandes, and Michael R. Markiewicz bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Maxillary and Midface Reconstruction, Part 1. This issue is Part 1 of a complete review of reconstruction of the midface and maxilla, featuring articles on reconstruction using soft tissue, local and pedicle flaps, the fibula, the scapula, deep circumflex iliac artery bone flap, and more. Contains 10 relevant, practice-oriented topics including classification of the midface defect: a defect-oriented approach to reconstruction; local and pedicle flaps for the maxillary and midface defects; benefits and controversies of reconstruction of midface and maxillary reconstruction; is maxillary jaw in a day feasible?; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on maxillary and midface reconstruction, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.