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Professor Emeritus of Orthodontics at Kyungpook National University, Daegu, South Korea. Former President of Korean Association of Orthodontists. Former President of World Society of Lingual Orthodontics (WSLO). One of the world's most experienced clinicians in orthodontic microimplant anchorage.

Over 40 years of academic and clinical experience in orthodontics since joining Kyungpook National University faculty. Retired in February 2022 after distinguished career establishing Kyungpook National University as international center of excellence in orthodontic microimplant research and clinical application. Pioneer in development of orthodontic temporary anchorage devices (TADs), having placed and studied thousands of microimplants since early 1990s. Developed surgical protocols, biomechanical principles, and clinical applications for TADs that became standard worldwide.

International authority on skeletal anchorage having trained hundreds of orthodontists from around the world through hands-on courses and fellowship programs at Kyungpook National University. Active member of E.H. Angle Society of Orthodontists. Former editor and reviewer for multiple international orthodontic journals. Delivered keynote lectures at major orthodontic congresses worldwide on microimplant biomechanics, clinical applications in complex cases, lingual orthodontics, and evidence-based treatment protocols.

DDS from Kyungpook National University. PhD in Orthodontics. Published extensively in leading orthodontic journals establishing scientific foundation for safe and effective use of microimplants. Research focus on success rates of TADs, factors affecting stability, biomechanical loading protocols, treatment of severe anterior open bite with skeletal anchorage, and three-dimensional tooth movement control. Co-authored textbooks on microimplant orthodontics translated into multiple languages. Mentored numerous graduate students who became leaders in orthodontics across Asia and worldwide. Recipient of multiple awards from Korean Association of Orthodontists and international orthodontic organizations recognizing contributions to advancement of orthodontic specialty.

Professor and Chairman of Orthodontics specializing in advanced biomechanics, temporary anchorage devices (TADs), aligners, and dentofacial orthopedics. Chairman of the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain, since 1994.

Over 40 years of clinical and academic experience in contemporary orthodontics combining traditional biomechanics with digital workflows and skeletal anchorage systems. Director of the Master's Programme in Orthodontics at Universidad de Santiago de Compostela since 1996, training specialists from across Europe and Latin America. Creator and developer of the Straight Wire Low Friction orthodontic technique in collaboration with Rocky Mountain Orthodontics (Denver, CO). Director of International Orthodontic Center in Santiago de Compostela.

International lecturer teaching courses on microimplants, MARPE (miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion), aligners, and hybrid treatment systems across Europe and Latin America. Scientific and clinical adviser to the Spanish Government, Galicia Government, Spanish Dental Council, and Spanish Dental Foundation. Editorial board member of five international dental and orthodontic journals.

MD from Faculty of Medicine, University of Santiago de Compostela (1983). DDS (Stomatology) from University of Oviedo, Spain (1985). PhD in Medicine from University of Santiago de Compostela (1985). Master's degree in Orthodontics from University of Valencia, Spain. Recipient of 12 awards and professional honors including Rodriguez Abaitua Award from the Royal Medicine Academy of Spain and Research Award from the Spanish Dental Council. Member of the European Orthodontic Society (EOS), Spanish Society of Orthodontics (SEDO), World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO), International College of Dentists, Pierre Fauchard Academy, and founding member of multiple Spanish orthodontic societies (ONO, AESOR). Author or co-author of 14 dental and orthodontic textbooks, 110 scientific articles, and 145 congress presentations and posters.

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.

Professor and Chair of the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program at the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health.

Diplomate of and Examiner for the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO).