Prof. Dr. Michele Garcia-Usó, College of the Midwest of São Paulo, Brazil
Michele Garcia-Usó, born on March 13, 1992, is a passionate dentist and researcher specializing in cleft lip and palate rehabilitation and implant dentistry. With a Ph.D. from FOB-USP and a visiting fellowship at the University of North Carolina, she has contributed significantly to craniofacial research and dental education. Michele coordinates periodontal surgery and implant dentistry programs while running a thriving private practice in Brazil. Her expertise includes tomographic assessments and biomaterials in implantology, along with over a decade of teaching experience. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, she embodies innovation and dedication in oral health care. 🦷✨🌍
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Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Dr. Michele Garcia-Usó
Dr. Michele Garcia-Usó is a dedicated researcher and dentist whose groundbreaking work in cleft lip and palate rehabilitation and implant dentistry has significantly advanced the fields of craniofacial care and dental implantology. Her academic rigor, exemplified by her Ph.D. in Dentistry and a fellowship at the University of North Carolina, has led to innovative research on computational fluid dynamics, tomographic assessments, and biomaterials. With a decade of teaching experience, Michele shapes future dental professionals while maintaining a thriving clinical practice. Her multidisciplinary approach and impactful contributions make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Education and Experience
Education:
- 🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry (2013): FOB-USP
- 🔬 Undergraduate Research (2011-2013): Focused on cleft lip and palate at FOB-USP/HRAC-USP
- 🦷 Master’s in Dentistry (2014-2015): Bite force analysis in cleft lip and palate cases at FOB-USP/HRAC-USP
- 🛠️ Specialization in Implant Dentistry (2016-2018): Biomaterials and clinical applications at FUNORTE
- 📊 Ph.D. in Dentistry (2016-2019): Upper airways study in syndromic craniosynostosis using computational fluid dynamics at FOB-USP/HRAC-USP
Experience:
- 🏥 Private Practice (2016–Present): Implantology and maxillofacial surgery in Bauru, Brazil
- 📚 Professor (2017–Present): Implant dentistry and periodontal surgery at FACOP
- 🌐 Visiting Scholar (2018-2019): Craniofacial Center, University of North Carolina, USA
- 🩺 Oral Surgery Fellow (2016-2017): Santa Casa Hospital, Pederneiras
Professional Development
Michele Garcia-Usó continually enhances her skills through cutting-edge research and advanced teaching roles. She serves as the Coordinator for Periodontal Plastic Surgery at APCD and Assistant Coordinator for Implant Dentistry Specialization at FACOP, training future dental professionals. 📚🦷 Her focus on craniofacial anomalies, computational fluid dynamics, and biomaterials ensures innovative solutions in dental implantology. 🌍💡 As a visiting scholar at the University of North Carolina, Michele expanded her expertise in craniofacial research. She actively participates in workshops, internships, and professional courses, balancing academic excellence with real-world clinical practice. 🌟✨
Research Focus
Michele Garcia-Usó’s research focuses on craniofacial anomalies, cleft lip and palate rehabilitation, and implant dentistry. 🧠🦷 Her Ph.D. explored upper airway analysis in syndromic craniosynostosis using tomographic imaging and computational fluid dynamics. 📊🌍 She has conducted studies on bite force in children with repaired cleft conditions and the application of biomaterials in implantology. 🔬⚙️ Michele also specializes in evaluating bone graft thickness using CT imaging for cleft patients. Her multidisciplinary approach bridges physiology, biomechanics, and innovative dental techniques, contributing significantly to craniofacial rehabilitation and advancing dental care. 🏥✨
Awards and Honors
- 🏆 Doctoral Research Fellowship (2018-2019): Craniofacial Center, University of North Carolina, USA
- 🌟 Teaching Assistant Excellence (2014, 2017): PAE Program at FOB-USP
- 🥇 Research Recognition: Undergraduate and master’s studies at HRAC-USP
- 💡 Innovation in Implant Dentistry: Presented case studies in biomaterials and craniofacial surgery
- 📜 Clinical Contributions: Published significant works on cleft lip and palate and implantology
Publication Top Notes:
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Unveiling Software Limitations in the Assessment of the Minimum Sectional Area and Volume in Cleft LIP and Palate Patients” 📏💻
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“Dimensões internas nasais de crianças com fissura labiopalatina e deficiência maxilar: comparação entre a técnica de rinometria acústica e a tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico” 🩺🌟
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“Adults With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Present Reduced Internal Nasal Volumes: Findings of a Three-Dimensional Morphometric Assessment in Cone-Beam Computed Tomography Scans” 🧠📊
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“Ideal Versus Late Secondary Alveolar Bone Graft Surgery” 🦷🛠️
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“Bite force of children with repaired unilateral and bilateral cleft lip and palate”🦷⚡