Mafalda Santos Vilhena

Mafalda Santos Vilhena is an Associate Dentist with a Special Interest in Periodontology. She graduated
from a Portuguese university in 2014 and was invited to join the Periodontology department there, marking the beginning of her focused career in periodontology. She completed a Post-Graduate Residency program in Periodontology and Implants, as well as additional studies in Medicine and Oral Pathology.

Mafalda is passionate about the impact of periodontal health on overall well-being and self-confidence. She emphasises patient involvement in the decision-making process to ensure that treatments are tailored to individual needs.

Mafalda’s dedication extends beyond traditional dentistry, incorporating ongoing learning and understanding of how periodontal care can enhance patients’ lives.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

• Working since 2015 as a Periodontics Practitioner at Private Clinics.
• Invited Trainee at the Department of Periodontology and Periodontics Practitioner at University Dental Clinic of

Higher Education School Egas Moniz (Portugal)
• Professional Dental Tutor for Dental Nurses and Hygienists

SKILL HIGHLIGHTS

• Full treatment experience (non-surgical and surgical)
• Experience with orthodontic cases
• Plastic surgery experience
• Experience with periimplantitis treatment

OTHER SKILLS

• Portuguese and Spanish speaker
• Dental Photography Enthusiast

Outside the clinical environment, Mafalda really enjoys arts and crafts, photography and traveling.