Continuing Education in Europe on orthodontics. 3,5 СPD

Orofacial pain specialist and Dean of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. Founder and Director of the Orofacial Pain Center at the University of Kentucky (established 1977), recognized as a pioneer in TMD and orofacial pain education.

Over 50 years of academic and clinical experience in temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain management. Developed the first Master of Science Degree program in Orofacial Pain in the United States, accredited by the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. The Orofacial Pain Residency Program was among the first accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, graduating 65 full-time residents from 26 countries.

Professor and Chief of the Division of Orofacial Pain, full-time faculty member at the University of Kentucky for 45 years. International lecturer having delivered over 1,300 invited lectures in every state in the USA and 59 foreign countries. Recognized as the "World Ambassador for Orofacial Pain" by peers.

DMD from University of Kentucky (1974). Provost's Distinguished Service Professor. Author of the textbook "Management of Temporomandibular Disorders and Occlusion" (8th edition), translated into 11 languages and used in the majority of US dental schools. Editor of "Orofacial Pain: Guidelines for Classification, Assessment, and Management" (AAOP), used as treatment standards worldwide. Over 240 publications in scientific journals. Past President of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. Founding Diplomate and twice Past President of the American Board of Orofacial Pain. Recipient of University of Kentucky Great Teacher Award, State of Kentucky Acorn Award, International Dentist of the Year Award from Academy of Dentistry International, and inducted into University of Kentucky Hall of Distinguished Alumni.

Specialist in orthodontics with focus on biomechanics, treatment mechanics, and finishing protocols. Professor and Coordinator of the Specialization Program in Orthodontics at Instituto Prime in Bahia, Brazil. Maintains orthodontic practice with emphasis on evidence-based treatment planning and efficient tooth movement.

Over 21 years of combined clinical and academic experience treating cases of varying complexity using optimized biomechanical principles. Developer of systematic protocols for accelerating treatment finishing while maintaining precision in final tooth positioning, torque control, and occlusal refinement. Known for translating complex biomechanical concepts into practical clinical applications.

Founder and Director of Soluções Ortodônticas (Orthodontic Solutions), an educational platform providing Brazilian orthodontists with evidence-based content to democratize access to high-quality orthodontic education. Columnist for the most prestigious orthodontic journal in Brazil. International lecturer presenting hands-on courses and seminars on orthodontic biomechanics, wire mechanics, anchorage management, and treatment efficiency in Brazil, Romania, Europe, and globally.

DDS. Certificate in Orthodontics. Master's degree in Orthodontics from UNIARARAS, São Paulo, Brazil.

Stomatologist and oral and maxillofacial surgeon specializing entirely in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Clinical Director, Instituto Português da Face (IPFace), Lisbon — Portugal's leading referral center for TMJ pathology and treatment. Professor and Director of the Postgraduate Course in Open Surgery and Arthroscopy of the Temporomandibular Joint, Faculty of Medicine, University of Lisbon. Professor, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Lisbon.

Pioneer in the development and clinical implementation of minimally invasive and regenerative TMJ surgical techniques in Portugal — including arthrocentesis with Super-PRP (regenerative cells + hyaluronic acid), TMJ arthroscopy, open TMJ surgery, and alloplastic total joint replacement. Developer of an integrated 360° clinical protocol covering diagnostic imaging (3D CBCT), conservative treatment, botulinum toxin injection, arthrocentesis, arthroscopy, open joint surgery, and postoperative physiotherapy rehabilitation. Researcher in TMJ disc regeneration using biomaterials and smart regenerative medicine. Author of dozens of peer-reviewed publications as first author in leading journals of the specialty. First Secretary, Order of Portuguese Dentists (2016–2019).

Recipient of more than 11 national and international research awards, including the prestigious Grunenthal Foundation Young Researcher Award in Pain (2015). Principal investigator of the TEMPOJIMS preclinical trial. International speaker on TMJ diagnosis, minimally invasive procedures, and open surgery.

MD (Stomatology), Residency at Hospital Universitário de Santa Maria, Lisbon (final grade: 19.6/20, 2012–2016). PhD candidate, Faculty of Medicine, University of Lisbon (research in TMJ regenerative medicine and biomaterials).