Dr. Magno Liberato – National Reference in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Matheus Hooks/ Editor-In-Chief
- Aug 15, 2025
- 3 min read
Committed to delivering results that transform not only faces but life stories
'HEALTH' COVER EDITION - AUGUST 2025 ISSUE
Dr. Magno Liberato, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, is recognized as one of the leading names in the specialty in Brazil. A reference in the treatment of bone, muscle, and joint diseases of the face, he handles highly complex cases ranging from orthognathic surgery and facial feminization to permanent facial prostheses.
With a solid and multidisciplinary background, he brings experience from prestigious institutions such as the Brazilian Red Cross Hospital in São Paulo, the Felippu Institute of Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery, and the Albert Einstein Israeli Hospital. He is also a specialist in disorders such as bruxism, headaches, snoring, and sleep apnea, combining technical precision with a humanized approach to transform his patients’ lives.
Check out the exclusive interview:
Did you know from the start that you would pursue oral and maxillofacial surgery, or was it a path that evolved over the course of your training? What first sparked that passion in you?
It was a Tuesday, during my second year of college and the first class in surgery. I walked into the classroom, and the professor already had the first slide projected on the board with the name of the specialty and six photos of different surgeries. Right there, in that moment, I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. It was love at first sight — something so complex and yet so transformative in a patient’s life (and in mine).
What was the most challenging obstacle you faced on your path to establishing yourself as an oral and maxillofacial specialist — personally or professionally — and how did it shape you?
A lot of studying. A lot. I understood, and still do, that the outcome of a surgery is my responsibility, and I must be as prepared as possible to meet the expectations of those who entrust their health to me.
Is there a case — whether due to its technical complexity or emotional significance — that has deeply marked your career? What makes it unforgettable for you?
The most complex cases are directly connected to patients who are emotionally shaken by their facial appearance or by functional issues caused by defects in that region. They arrive with great hope that everything will be resolved. And when we achieve what they long for, the tears of emotion appear — and that makes the moment truly unforgettable.
Looking back, what is the greatest achievement in your career that makes you proud? And what remains your biggest dream within the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery?
My greatest achievement is seeing my patients happy. Sometimes I receive messages like “look at this picture I took, I look so beautiful” or “I’ve never been breathing and sleeping so well.” That is the true achievement for me. And my dream is clear: to reach as many people as possible with the message that there is a solution for the problems they face. And it doesn’t necessarily have to be with me — but it needs to be addressed.
How do you balance the precision required in the operating room with your emotional well-being? Is there any practice or habit outside of work that revitalizes you?
It’s impossible for me to give my best to a patient if I’m not at my best. So I train every day, meditate, pray, and have a wonderful family and an amazing girlfriend who support me and help me be a better person. This way, I’m happier — and I bring that joy wherever I go.
What message would you give to those who dream of pursuing this specialty, especially for those who still hesitate because of fear of the challenges?
Fall in love with it. Before being technically skilled, before being a diligent student, you have to truly love it. Only when you feel this strong passion within yourself should you move forward. And this applies to anything in life.
Outside the operating room, who is Dr. Magno? What values guide your personal life, and how do they reflect in the professional you are today?
Magno is a fun, easygoing person who always seeks the best, both personally and professionally. My non-negotiable value is honesty. I cannot do what is wrong, and it’s not out of fear of judgment, but because of principles.
