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Professional Information
I am an academic in the field of pediatric dentistry and preventive dentistry. I graduated as a Dental Surgeon from the University of Chile and have complemented my training with postgraduate studies in related specialties. Currently, I have the honor of serving as the Vice Dean for Students at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of the Andes.
In my role as a professor, I teach courses in pediatric dentistry, focusing on early dental care and the preventive care of children's oral health. I am passionate about promoting a commitment to quality and professional ethics in the education of our future dentists.
My research focuses on oral health in children, with studies on dental caries, the prevention of oral diseases, and the impact of dietary habits on pediatric dental health. I have had the opportunity to collaborate on various research projects and publish in scientific journals, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in my specialty.
I actively participate in the professional community through conferences and seminars, contributing to the ongoing education of colleagues in pediatric dentistry. I am dedicated to promoting oral health and the well-being of our youngest patients through my teaching, research, and administrative work.
Teaching
As a faculty member, I specialize in pediatric dentistry and preventive dentistry. At the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of the Andes, I teach courses focused on dental care for children, emphasizing the promotion of oral health and the prevention of dental diseases.
I am passionate about highlighting the importance of early dental care, and through my classes, I aim to prepare future dentists to provide comprehensive and ethical care to the pediatric population.
Research interests
My research interests focus on several key aspects of pediatric dentistry. Primarily, I study children's oral health, emphasizing the prevention of dental diseases and promoting good oral hygiene habits among young populations.
I focus on dental caries, researching epidemiology, prevention, and treatment in pediatric populations, with the aim of developing effective strategies for its management. Additionally, I have a strong interest in preventive dentistry, where I design and evaluate intervention programs that encourage early dental care.
I also analyze the impact of dietary habits on children’s dental health, seeking to promote healthy eating habits that benefit oral health. Furthermore, I investigate oral health education, exploring methods and strategies to enhance awareness about the importance of dental health among children and their families.
Another area that deeply engages my interest in dentistry is working with individuals with disabilities, a field in which I have had the privilege of developing professionally. Through my dental work, I have contributed not only to the oral well-being of these patients but also to strengthening their inclusion within family and social environments, providing comprehensive support and promoting care tailored to their specific needs.
These interests reflect my commitment to improving oral health in the pediatric population and to the education of future professionals in dentistry.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Doctor in Education and Society, Universidad de Barcelona
… → 2017
Master, Master's in Higher Education Pedagogy, Universidad Mayor
… → 2009
Dental Specialty Degree, Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry, Universidad de Chile
… → 2005
University Degree, Dental Surgeon, Universidad de Chile
… → 1999
External positions
External Evaluator of Clinical Practice Guidelines, Ministerio de Salud
14 Apr 2023 → 6 Oct 2023
Guest Lecturer/Co-Supervisor of Postgraduate Theses, Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Mexico
27 May 2021 → …
Evaluator of DIUFRO Projects, Universidad de la Frontera
13 Aug 2015 → …
Peer Reviewer for the CNA, Comisión Nacional de Acreditación (CNA)
8 May 2012 → …
Open Keywords
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Care for Children
- Special Care Needs
Research Lines
- Research Lines
- Methodologies and Teaching Techniques in Dentistry
- Cariology in Children and Adolescents
- Disability in Children and Adolescents
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Research output
- 5 Article
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Effectiveness, acceptability and oral health-related quality of life of silver diamine fluoride compared with atraumatic restorative treatment for the management of early childhood caries: protocol of a pragmatic randomised clinical trial
Muñoz Millán, P., Pineda, P., Fontana, M., Freyhofer, V. A., Ormeño, A., Muñoz, K., Martinez-Zapata, M. J. & Zaror, C., 12 Feb 2026, In: BMJ Open. 16, 2, p. e106271Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Asociación entre el bruxismo del sueño y los niveles de cortisol salival en niños y adolescentes: Revisión narrativa.
Espinoza-Jiménez, P., Inostroza-Silva, C., Cuellar-Chaparro, I., Ormeño, A. & Valdés, C., Dec 2024, In: International Journal of Interdisciplinary Dentistry. 17, 3, p. 138-140 3 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Dental caries prevention in children and adolescents: a systematic quality assessment of clinical practice guidelines
Seiffert, A., Zaror, C., Atala-Acevedo, C., Ormeño, A., Martínez-Zapata, M. J. & Alonso-Coello, P., 1 Dec 2018, In: Clinical Oral Investigations. 22, 9, p. 3129-3141 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Direct Pulp Capping with Calcium Hydroxide, Mineral Trioxide Aggregate, and Biodentine in Permanent Young Teeth with Caries: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Brizuela, C., Ormeño, A., Cabrera, C., Cabezas, R., Silva, C. I., Ramírez, V. & Mercade, M., Nov 2017, In: Journal of Endodontics. 43, 11, p. 1776-1780 5 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Impact of faculty development workshops in student-centered teaching methodologies on faculty members' teaching and their students' perceptions
Tricio, J. A., Montt, J. E., Ormeno, A. P., Del Real, A. J. & Naranjo, C. A., Jun 2017, In: Journal of Dental Education. 81, 6, p. 675-684 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
22 Scopus citations