Cristina Figueiredo

Prevention of complications in orthodontic-surgical treatment

  • Orthodontics Specialist certified by the Dental Board of Portugal.
  • Post-graduate degree in Orthodontics from the Faculty of Dental Medicine at the University of Oporto.
  • Founding member and board member (2021/2024) of the Portuguese Association of Orthodontics Specialis.
  • Specialist member of the Portuguese Society of Dentofacial Orthopedics.
  • Member of the Portuguese Society of Orofacial Pain.
  • Practice exclusively in Orthodontics and treatment of temporomandibular disorders.
  • Numerous national and international courses and conferences in the fields of Orthodontics and TMJ.
  • Guest speaker at various courses and conferences in the fields of Orthodontics and TMJ.

Nationality: Portugal

Scientific areas: Orthodontics

9 of november, from 11h30 until 12h00

Auditorium C

Conference summary

Strategies for preventing complications in orthodontic-surgical treatment are essential for the surgical phase and for ensuring a more effective post-operative orthodontic phase.

Factors such as proper arch derotation, precise planning, and good interdisciplinary communication are crucial for the success of the treatment.

If the various factors presented in this communication are taken into account, we will certainly be able to avoid surgical complications and achieve a better orthodontic finish and occlusal stability.