Dr. Maria Fernanda Orellana, DDS, MSC, PHD

Orthodontics

NPI: 1205087939

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Contact Information

Address

707 PARNASSUS AVE FL 3
San Francisco, CA 94143

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

Dutch (learning), English, French, Spanish

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About This Provider

Dr. Maria Orellana is an orthodontist with 18 years of experience who specializes in helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles using the latest technology. She earned her PhD in oral biology and has advanced training from top universities in Canada and the United States, and she's also an assistant professor at the University of California San Francisco. Dr. Orellana focuses on clear aligner treatment like Invisalign, pediatric dentistry, and keeping teeth healthy during orthodontic treatment using advanced 3D digital technology. She speaks English, Spanish, and French, and she's recognized internationally as a keynote speaker for major orthodontic conferences. Dr. Orellana welcomes new patients and believes every person deserves high-quality care from qualified professionals.

Specialties

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    OrthodonticsPrimary

    Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

  • PhD in Oral Biology and Maxillo-facial Pathology, Medical College of Georgia, USA
  • Master of Sciences, University of Alberta, Canada
  • Specialty in Orthodontics, University of Alberta, Canada
  • Dental degree

Credential: DDS, MSC, PHD

NPI registered: 09/30/2008

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Areas of Focus

OrthodonticsClear aligner treatment (Invisalign)Caries prevention during orthodontic treatmentTooth movement biologyPediatric dentistry

Technology & Equipment

  • 3D Digital technology
  • Clear aligners (Invisalign)

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Orthodontics
  • European Orthodontic Society
  • Italian Orthodontic Society
  • World Orthodontic Federation
  • International Association for Dental Research

Awards & Recognition

  • Keynote speaker for the latest European Invisalign Summit

Beyond the Office

Assistant Professor of Orthodontics, University of California San Francisco

Associate Professor and clinic director, University of California San Francisco

Director and Chair of the Boston University Orthodontic Program in Dubai, UAE

Professor and clinic director of the Orthodontic Program at Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) at Erasme Hospital

Trained thousands of doctors globally on clear aligner treatment

Published extensively in American and International journals

Participated in several orthodontics books

Recognized lecturer in clear aligner treatment

Born in Argentina into a dental family

Enjoys spending time with her family

Works out with friends

Takes long walks with her dog

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