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A case of a 28-year-old male with skeletal class III malocclusion and an open bite was used to illustrate the application of the T concept in step-by-step surgical planning. The planning encompasses four phases: Phase One involves correcting frontal deformity and various asymmetries, Phase Two involves correcting chin anterior\u2013posterior deformity, Phase Three involves correcting anterior\u2013posterior and vertical MMC position, and Phase Four involves correcting MMC rotation. Results: The T concept provided a structured approach to plan MMC as a whole and integrate all structures into harmony. Conclusions: The T concept provides a logical approach to MMC positioning in orthognathic surgery, addressing functional and aesthetic concerns. 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